HALO vs Burt’s Bees sleep sack: which wearable blanket is right for your baby?

By / 26 October 2026

Researched, not hands-on tested. Specs checked on both manufacturers’ websites on October 25, 2026. How we research products.

Two sleep sacks keep coming up on every registry and in every “what do you use?” thread, and they look almost the same in photos. If you are comparing HALO vs Burt’s Bees sleep sack options, the real differences are in the smallest size, the warmer versions and the zipper. This page puts the official specs side by side so you can pick the one that fits your baby and your nursery.

More on nights and naps: our baby sleep guides.

Quick answer: HALO or Burt’s Bees?

  • Both are arms-free, unweighted wearable blankets with a 0.5 TOG cotton version and sizes up to 36 lb.
  • HALO has a Newborn size on its chart (5 to 10 lb) and an “extra roomy” fit.
  • Burt’s Bees uses GOTS certified organic cotton, starts at 10 lb, and its warmer 1.5 TOG version has a cotton shell with polyester fill.

HALO vs Burt’s Bees: specs side by side

SpecHALO SleepSack Wearable Blanket (100% cotton)Burt’s Bees Baby Lightweight Beekeeper
Warmth0.5 TOG0.5 TOG
Fabric100% cotton100% GOTS certified organic cotton
Warmer version from the same brandYes, 1.5 TOG styles (for example Plushy Dot Velboa TOG 1.5)Yes, Warmer Beekeeper 1.5 TOG (organic cotton shell, polyester fill)
ZipperInverted zipper with zipper coverTwo-way zipper with interior zipper guard
Smallest sizeNewborn: 19 to 23 in, 5 to 10 lb (on the size chart)Small: 23 to 26 in, 10 to 18 lb
Small23 to 26 in, 10 to 18 lb23 to 26 in, 10 to 18 lb
Medium26 to 30 in, 16 to 24 lb26 to 30 in, 16 to 24 lb
Large30 to 35 in, 22 to 28 lb30 to 35 in, 24 to 30 lb
XL35 to 40 in, 26 to 36 lb (on the size chart)35 to 40 in, 26 to 36 lb
Sizes on the product page we checkedSmall, Medium, LargeS, M, L, XL
Fit note from the maker“Extra roomy; size up less”Use weight and height to choose the size
Hip claimHALO says it is approved by the International Hip Dysplasia InstituteNone found on the pages we checked
CareMachine wash cold, gentle; tumble dry low; close zipper, turn inside outClose zipper, turn inside out; machine wash cold, gentle; tumble dry low; do not iron
Sources: HALO product page and SleepSack size chart; Burt’s Bees Baby product pages and size guide; all checked October 25, 2026. Specs and available sizes can change by print; check the label of the version you buy.

For the full details of each, read our HALO SleepSack Wearable Blanket review.

And the matching Burt’s Bees Beekeeper wearable blanket review.

Where they really differ

The first weeks. HALO’s size chart starts at 5 lb with a Newborn size, though not every print is sold in it. Burt’s Bees starts at 10 lb and 23 inches. If you want a sack from day one and your baby is small, HALO is the one with a size for that.

Fabric. Both lightweight versions are 0.5 TOG cotton. Burt’s Bees states GOTS certified organic cotton; HALO’s cotton page says 100% cotton. Neither difference is a safety difference.

Cooler rooms. Both brands sell 1.5 TOG versions. Use our sleep sack TOG chart to match TOG to your nursery temperature before you choose a weight.

Fit. The weight ranges are nearly identical up to Medium. HALO says its sack is extra roomy and advises sizing up less; Burt’s Bees asks you to go by weight and height. At Large, HALO’s range ends at 28 lb and Burt’s Bees’ at 30 lb.

Pick HALO if…

  • you want a sleep sack for a newborn under 10 lb;
  • you like a roomy fit and the bottom-opening inverted zipper;
  • you already use a HALO swaddle and want the same brand for the next step.

Pick Burt’s Bees if…

  • your baby is already past 10 lb and 23 inches;
  • certified organic cotton matters to you;
  • you want an XL in the same print range for a toddler up to 36 lb.

Still swaddling? Neither is a swaddle. Compare the two types in our sleep sack vs swaddle guide.

Safety notes for both (AAP and CPSC)

  • Back to sleep for every sleep, on a firm, flat surface, with no blankets, pillows, toys or bumpers in the crib (AAP). See our safe sleep guide.
  • The AAP says you can use a wearable blanket if you are worried about your baby getting cold, and that overheating can increase the risk of SIDS: no more than one layer more than you would wear.
  • Neither sack is weighted. The AAP advises against weighted sleep sacks, sleepers and swaddles.
  • Moving out of a swaddle? The AAP says to stop swaddling when your baby shows signs of trying to roll. Our guide on when to stop swaddling walks through it.
  • Recall check, October 25, 2026: no CPSC recall of the current HALO cotton wearable blanket or of any Burt’s Bees Beekeeper. Older notices, warning only: HALO SleepSacks with satin flowers (2013).
  • Also warning only: Burt’s Bees Baby infant coveralls (2017), a clothing item, not a sleep sack.

Related: HALO vs Woolino sleep sack: another HALO comparison.

Frequently asked questions

Is HALO or Burt's Bees better for a newborn?

For a baby under 10 lb, HALO is the option with a size: its chart lists a Newborn size for 5 to 10 lb and 19 to 23 in, though not every print comes in it. The smallest Burt's Bees Beekeeper starts at 10 lb and 23 in.

Which is warmer, HALO or Burt's Bees?

The cotton versions are the same warmth: both are 0.5 TOG. Both brands also sell 1.5 TOG versions for cooler rooms. Choose the TOG for your room temperature and adjust the pajamas underneath.

Do HALO and Burt's Bees sleep sacks fit the same?

The weight and length ranges match for Small and Medium. At Large, HALO lists 22 to 28 lb and Burt's Bees 24 to 30 lb. HALO describes its sack as extra roomy and advises sizing up less.

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Sources

This page is general information, not medical advice. Product details can change; check the label and each maker’s current instructions. Talk to your pediatrician about your baby’s sleep.