
Graco
Graco Simple Sway Baby Swing (Abbington)
The Graco Simple Sway Baby Swing (Abbington) is a compact, side-to-side baby swing designed to soothe infants from 5.5 to 30 pounds. It features 6 swing speeds, two vibration settings, a 5-point harness, and a space-saving frame. According to user reviews, it is highly effective for calming fussy or reflux babies but is not safe for unsupervised sleep, and some units have reported electrical or mechanical issues.
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Baby & Toddler > Baby Toys & Activity Equipment > Baby Jumpers & Swings
- GTIN
047406130603- MPN
GRACO-696551771423-047406130603-633675640792-GENTLYUSED-NOHEADSUPPORT
Specifications
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- infant
- Condition
- used
- Category
- Baby & Toddler > Baby Toys & Activity Equipment > Baby Jumpers & Swings
Additional Attributes
- Graco
- baby swing
- simple sway
Image Analysis
6 images- 01

Other
White background image showing a stylized blue-purple wordmark with multiple overlapping translucent runner silhouettes in blue-green hues creating a motion trail across the center of the composition.
- Wordmark text“The image contains a large stylized wordmark reading 'Google' in a blue-to-purple gradient fill, centered horizontally and occupying much of the middle band of the image.”
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.25 · w 0.90 · h 0.50 (high) - Overlapping runner silhouettesA series of semi-transparent human running silhouettes in varying blue, teal, and light green tones overlap each other and the wordmark, arranged left-to-right to suggest motion and a trailing sequence of poses.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.45 (high) - Color gradient and textureThe wordmark letters show a horizontal blue-to-purple gradient with subtle horizontal texture or banding visible inside the letter fills.
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x 0.05 · y 0.25 · w 0.90 · h 0.50 (medium) - Background and framingPlain white background with generous horizontal padding; image is a wide, short banner composition with the graphic centered vertically.
- Wordmark text“The image contains a large stylized wordmark reading 'Google' in a blue-to-purple gradient fill, centered horizontally and occupying much of the middle band of the image.”
- 02

Product
A freestanding baby swing with a tubular metal frame, molded control module at the top, and a padded fabric seat insert with a five-point style harness and patterned inner panel.
- Tubular frameExposed bent tubular metal frame with a smooth light gray finish forming a rectangular base and two curved uprights that converge at the top control housing.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.55 · w 0.90 · h 0.40 (high) - Top control housingDark plastic molded control housing mounted at the top of the uprights; housing has a lighter gray front panel with tactile buttons and a central rotary-style control area.
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x 0.42 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Seat shellInset plastic seat shell in a dark color visible beneath the fabric cover, forming the structural base for the seat cushion.
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x 0.18 · y 0.35 · w 0.64 · h 0.38 (high) - Padded surroundThick padded seat surround in a light off-white fabric that frames the inner patterned seat panel and provides raised side support.
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x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Inner seat patternInner seat panel covered in a repeating circular geometric pattern in muted gray tones against a pale background.
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x 0.31 · y 0.36 · w 0.38 · h 0.28 (high) - Harness strapsTwo shoulder straps and two lower straps in light gray webbing converge to a central buckle area; straps lie across the patterned inner panel.
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x 0.36 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Front control bezelSmall dark plastic bezel with an inset lighter panel located on the front lip of the seat shell, likely for controls or branding.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.59 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with even lighting and minor cropping of the left and bottom frame; slight shadowing under base.
- Shot compositionProduct photographed against a uniform white background centered in frame; image crops slightly at the left and bottom edges of the base.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft shadows visible beneath the swing base and slight highlight on the tubular frame.
- Image clarityOverall clear product detail though edges show some mild compression artifacts and slight pixelation at high zoom.
Colors
light gray· tubular frame#ECECECdark gray and medium gray· top control housing#443B3Coff-white· padded surround#CDCBCBpale gray patterned· inner seat panel#CDCBCBlight gray· harness straps#A4A2A4- Tubular frameExposed bent tubular metal frame with a smooth light gray finish forming a rectangular base and two curved uprights that converge at the top control housing.
- 03

Product
Top control console of a baby swing visible from a shallow frontal angle, showing a dark rounded hexagonal control housing with a central round dial and multiple button-like controls; part of two curved support arms and a light gray trim ring are visible below the console.
- Control housing shapeRounded hexagonal / slightly tapered control module with a dark charcoal top surface and softer beveled edges
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.32 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high) - Central dialProminent circular knob centered on the console face, raised above surrounding surface
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Button groupingsSeveral button-like controls arranged around the dial: at least two small rectangular buttons to the left of the dial and two elongated/curved buttons to the right, all recessed into the console surfacePartial
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (medium) - Trim ringVisible light gray circular trim ring encircling the lower edge of the console
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.52 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high) - Support armsTwo outward-curving support arms in a mid-to-light gray finish extend down from the console and are partially visible at lower left and right
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
White background with top-centered marketing text above the console; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; image cropped to show upper portion of the swing and console.
- Header text locationBlack headline text centered at the top of the image above the product
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Shot compositionFrontal-closeup crop showing the top control area and upper parts of the support arms, with the product centered horizontally
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with a faint soft shadow beneath the console and little directional glare
- Top headline text“Soothing Settings”
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x 0.16 · y 0.04 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - Left column feature text“6 SWINGING SPEEDS”
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x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Left column secondary text“2 VIBRATION SETTINGS”
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x 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Right column feature text“10 CLASSICAL MELODIES”
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x 0.56 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Right column secondary text“5 SOOTHING SOUNDS”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
dark charcoal· control housing#FFFFFFlight gray· trim ring#F4F0EFmid gray· support arms#F4F0EF- Control housing shapeRounded hexagonal / slightly tapered control module with a dark charcoal top surface and softer beveled edges
- 04

Product
Forward-facing plush infant swing seat with visible harness, padded head support, fabric pattern insert, and front control panel; infant is seated in the swing.
- Seat shell shapeLarge rounded cradle-shaped seat with inward-curving rim and deep bowl where the infant sits.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.90 · h 0.64 (high) - Head supportThick padded head support cushion behind the infant, integrated into the upper interior of the seat.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Inner fabric patternNarrow inner side panels with repeating rounded teardrop or paisley-like gray pattern on a slightly darker background.
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x 0.22 · y 0.26 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high) - Harness and buckleThree-point style harness with two padded shoulder straps and a central rectangular buckle positioned over the infant's abdomen; straps are light colored.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.48 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Front control moduleSmall rounded control module attached to the front rim of the seat in a darker solid color with a recessed top surface.
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x 0.39 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible infantInfant reclined in the seat wearing a white short-sleeve outfit with purple polka dots; legs raised and hands near face.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high)
Other
Lifestyle shot showing seat against a plain interior wall and floor molding; top marketing headline text overlaid.
- Headline overlayMarketing headline text placed above the swing image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - BackgroundPlain light-colored interior wall with white baseboard molding and light floor visible at the bottom edge.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.80 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high) - Shot compositionCentered, front-on lifestyle crop showing the swing and seated infant occupying most of the frame.
Colors
light gray· seat outer fabric#D3D3D3medium gray patterned· inner patterned panels#CBCBCCoff-white· harness straps#E4E3E4dark gray· front control module#E3E1E6- Seat shell shapeLarge rounded cradle-shaped seat with inward-curving rim and deep bowl where the infant sits.
- 05

Product
A freestanding baby swing with a gray tubular A-frame, dark control module at the top, a light gray fabric seat with a patterned insert, a small hanging mobile of three star shapes, and black foot caps.
- Frame geometryTubular A-frame metal support with two curved legs meeting at a dark plastic foot cap on each end; frame finish appears matte gray.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.40 · w 0.43 · h 0.45 (high) - Control moduleDark gray plastic control housing sits at the top of the frame above the seat, with a visible front panel and rounded top.
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x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Seat shellBucket-style fabric seat suspended from the frame, outer fabric light gray and inner cushion a darker gray patterned insert with small circular motifs.
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x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.33 · h 0.32 (high) - Harness/buckle areaDark rectangular buckle panel is visible at the front-lower edge of the seat.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium) - Hanging mobileThree soft star-shaped hanging toys suspended from a short curved arm above the seat; toys appear light gray.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Base feetBlack rounded plastic caps on the ends of the frame legs contacting the floor.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing a woman holding a baby beside the swing in a living room; a couch with a red pillow is visible, and a headline text is centered at the top of the image.
- Headline text“Compact frame design fits easily anywhere in your home”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.16 (high) - Woman holding infantAdult woman standing and cradling a small baby against her chest; both positioned to the right of the swing and facing slightly toward the camera.
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x 0.45 · y 0.10 · w 0.38 · h 0.68 (high) - Couch and pillowLight-colored upholstered couch at right with a single bright red rectangular throw pillow on the seat.
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x 0.75 · y 0.54 · w 0.22 · h 0.24 (high) - Flooring and basket propWood floor visible under the swing and a woven storage basket with a cloth item is placed between the swing and the couch.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Lighting and shadowsEven, soft indoor lighting with mild shadows under the swing and the woman, suggesting diffuse frontal illumination.
Colors
matte gray· frame#EBE4DBdark gray· control module#EDE8E2light gray· seat outer fabric#EBE3DBmedium patterned gray· seat insert#ECE3DApale gray· hanging toys#EDEAE4black· base feet and buckle panel#E5DCD2- Frame geometryTubular A-frame metal support with two curved legs meeting at a dark plastic foot cap on each end; frame finish appears matte gray.
- 06

Product
A freestanding baby swing with a U-shaped tubular frame, molded control unit at the top, and a padded light-gray fabric seat with a visible harness and center-mounted console.
- Seat shell shapeRounded bucket-style infant seat with high padded sides and a slightly reclined backrest.
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x 0.61 · y 0.26 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high) - Seat fabric and paddingLight gray quilted or textured fabric cover with visible padding and a slightly darker inner seat insert.
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x 0.62 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.32 (high) - HarnessThree-point or five-point style harness with dark straps visible over the baby's shoulders and across the lap, anchored at a central buckle area.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.44 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high) - Control consoleMolded plastic control module mounted at the top of the frame above the seat with a dark face and lighter surrounding trim; appears to house buttons or a display.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.06 · w 0.16 · h 0.17 (high) - Toy hanger or support loopA short curved bar or loop extends from the top unit toward the seat area, terminating above the seat; no toys attached.
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x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (medium) - Frame constructionTubular U-shaped metal or metal-look frame with a forward curved crossbar at the base that contacts the floor; frame finish appears medium gray.
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x 0.45 · y 0.62 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (high) - Center console at frontSmall dark plastic control or release piece located at the front center of the base where the crossbar meets the floor.
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x 0.66 · y 0.77 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium) - OccupantAn infant is seated in the swing, positioned upright and visible within the seat; clothing and facial details are visible.
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x 0.64 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the swing placed on a hardwood floor next to a seated adult on a couch; promotional overlay text at top and a blue graphic indicating side-to-side motion near the swing base.
- Overlay headline text“Gentle, side-to-side swaying motion”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Blue motion graphicGraphic of two opposing blue arrows directly in front of the swing base indicating side-to-side motion.
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x 0.66 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Seated adult propAn adult woman sits on a light-colored upholstered couch to the left of the swing, holding a child and a yellow book or folder.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.24 · w 0.46 · h 0.56 (high) - Room staging and surfaceInterior room with light-colored wall, wood floor, a woven basket between couch and swing, and an orange patterned ottoman at lower left.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.62 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high)
Colors
medium gray· frame#D4D4D3charcoal gray· control console#FFFFFFlight gray· seat fabric#F2EDEAdark gray· harness straps#EEE9E5bright blue· motion graphicPackaging#DAD5D3- Seat shell shapeRounded bucket-style infant seat with high padded sides and a slightly reclined backrest.
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target.com
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Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
5 threads · r/BabyBumps, r/beyondthebump, r/parentsofmultiples, r/MommitReddit overwhelmingly praises the Graco Simple Sway as a lifesaver for soothing fussy and reflux babies, but emphasizes it is not safe for sleep and notes occasional product defects.
Highly positive for soothing and parent sanity, but strong warnings against sleep use and one report of an electrical fire hazard.
Themes
Use Cases
- Soothing colic or reflux babies
- Hands-free break for parents to do chores or eat
- Supervised naps (despite not being sleep-safe)
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Is the Graco Simple Sway safe for sleep?
- No, it is not a safe sleep surface. Use only for awake supervised time or transfer baby to a crib if they fall asleep.
- Does it help with reflux?
- Yes, many parents with reflux babies found the swing effective for soothing and settling them.
- How does it compare to the MamaRoo?
- Several users preferred the Graco swing over the MamaRoo, citing better motion and value; the MamaRoo was considered overpriced by some.
- What should I do if the motor smokes or fails?
- Stop using it immediately, remove all power sources, and contact Graco for repair or replacement. This indicates a serious electrical hazard.
Compared To
vs MamaRoo (4moms)
Most commenters found the Graco swing equally or more effective than the pricey MamaRoo; one user's MamaRoo was a waste of money while babies loved the Graco.
Source Threads
Graco Simple Sway: Not for Sleep but a Lifesaver for Soothing Reflux
ankaalma: 'It’s fine to use for short periods with an awake baby. It isn’t safe for sleep.' legallyblondeinYEG: 'I’m going to tell you this swing was an absolute fucking LIFESAVER for us. Our son had reflux and would just cry and cry and sometimes we were just so fucking tired of holding and rocking and shushing and swaying and we put him in this swing and it would settle him immediately. He would just stare at the stars and it would relax his whole body. We could then try again with sleep as we saw his eyes drooping, it worked SO freaking good as a reset button.'
r/BabyBumpsView thread →
Graco Simple Sway smoking indicates serious electrical hazard
The motor is burning out or the board is fried. Turn it off. Remove ALL power sources, batteries as well as any plug-in power cords for it. ... Do not use for anything other than a paperweight until the manufacturer gives you further instruction. I’m a Red-Seal electrician and this is a major concern if it’s smoking like that.
u/melndr/beyondthebumpView thread →
Defective unit reported; but Graco swing favorably compared to MamaRoo
ATinyPizza89: 'I have a Graco Simple Sway LX with multi-direction seat….however after using it for less than a month for a couple hours total…..it stopped working ... It’s something with the cord because I can put batteries in it and it’ll still work.' DocMondegreen: 'We had both a MamaRoo and a Graco Swing and Sway. The MamaRoo was awesome, but pretty pricey. ... The Graco one was also pretty great, tbh.'
r/parentsofmultiplesView thread →
Essential daily-use item for 7-week-old, great for naps and parental breaks
We have a Graco Swing (Graco Simple Sway - it’s on Amazon). It has 6 “swing” speeds, 2 vibrating settings, and music. Our son is 7 weeks and we use it daily. He takes naps in it. It allows me to put him there for a little bit while I do dishes, laundry, pump or nap. I really can’t imagine my life without a baby swing!
u/PurpleBicyclist33r/beyondthebumpView thread →
Graco swing preferred over 4moms MamaRoo; babies loved the motion and mobile
I got the 4moms when we had 2 under 2. And it was the biggest waste of money. Both my babies loves the Graco swing I had got with our first. It would swing side to side and forward/backward and had a mobile with mirror that spun and that mirror was their vibbbeeee as babies lol
u/haleighrr/MommitView thread →