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Thirsties Duo AIO Review and Giveaway

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Over the last 2-3 weeks I have been using the Thirsties Duo AIO a lot.  My goal was to put it through thorough testing before giving you a detailed review.

I have been using it on Camden who is 13 months old, 24lbs and 33″.  His thighs are meaty (but not really big), he’s got a belly and he has a long rise.

For testing I used both the hook & loop and snap versions of the Thirsties Duo AIO size 2.

I prefer the snap closure better when it comes to the Thirsties brand because the hook & loop just isn’t strong enough.  If your child likes to disrobe they would certainly get this one off.

As far as the rise settings Camden gets the best fit when they are snapped on the top row.  This allows the top of the diaper to sit just above his hips.  If you prefer the diaper to sit more around the belly button you would simply let the rise out.

Briefly, I mentioned the highlights of the Duo AIO in my recent post An Almost Complete Guide to AIO Cloth Diapers.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the Thirsties Duo AIO:

FIT: The waist works for Camden but with the lack of crossover snaps I would not have been able to use the snap version on Sterling (who has a very small waist).  The hook and loop version does have a crossover option.

Another area that may cause some issues for petite children is the leg openings.  There is a small gap in the legs when I snugly put it on Camden.  However, this problem is highly variable since rise, waist and thigh measurements all come into play.

Feedback on using the size 1 on an infant would be very helpful in determining the containment ability.

The Duo system allows for a slightly better rise adjustment than the one-size options by not having to accommodate the end of the spectrum sizes in one diaper.

ABSORBENCY: Sewn into the diaper is multiple layers of microfiber underneath a stay dry layer of microfleece.  Thirsties Duo AIOs have a tunnel passing through the diaper allowing for the addition of an insert and eliminating the need to remove the insert prior to washing.

The Thirsties Hemp insert is trim (not as trim as Hemp Babies doubler or Pooters hemp doubler), soft and absorbent.

I have successfully used the Thirsties Duo AIO at night with the addition of a Thirsties hemp insert.  However, Camden is night-weaned so he is not as heavy a wetter as he was when nursing all night.  I would actually consider him a light wetter for nighttime.

Feedback on using the Thirsties Duo AIO at night with your heavy wetter would be very helpful for other readers.

PRICE: What does $15.75 get you?

  • the simplicity of an AIO (which means daddy and day care friendly),
  • a diaper that can be used at night,
  • many months of use especially if your child enters the size 2 early
  • made in the USA
  • no PVC, phthalates, lead, and latex.

My overall impression of the Thirsties Duo AIO is positive.  It’s cute, practical, simple and affordable.  I have not had any wicking, leaking or red marks.

Thirsties is a brand that has endured the test of time and continues to produce cloth diaper products that make life easier for parents.

Thirsties has generously offered 2 readers the chance to win a Thirsties Duo AIO for their little one!   Follow the Rafflecopter instructions on how to win.

**Must be an All About Cloth Diapers email subscriber, a US resident and at least 18 years old to win.

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  1. Adina says

    I had heard the AIO’s weren’t as good for boys because the soaker didn’t come up high enough. But it sounds like that is not the case for all.

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  2. Emily says

    I’ve been using size 1 for 3 months (since baby was 8 weeks old). We liked them in the beginning because they fit well and were easy to use. Now, at only 4 months, they are almost too small (baby is 15 lbs). Also, they only last 45-minutes to an hour without leaking. I find this very annoying and will not be purchasing again. I will stick with BG Elementals since they last much longer and have never had a leaking issue. I only didn’t buy more of them (BG E’s) in the beginning since they were too big.

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  12. Sheena says

    I love the opening at both ends of Thirsties, but I don’t like the narrow front area. The elastic across the waist always seem to pull the ends inward. Course, this is using the hook and loop version. Wonder how a snap style would be…?

    I just put in an order with Kissedbythemoon.com

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  42. Kristi Potts says

    I love that they have the added pocket! Definitely makes adding extra inserts easier! I will definitely recommend them to friends… I’ve had some mama’s that were close to converting and they wanted an AIO but also wanted to ability to easily add extra absorbency.

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  44. Jane says

    Cottonbabies.com
    Love the fact that the Thirsties warehouse is powered 100% by wind energy and all products are made by local women. What diaper can beat that!

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  53. Lauren says

    I look forward to trying these out. We started w gdiapers and Grovia and are ready to expand our cloth diapering horizon!

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    • Jennifer Tippett says

      =( I REALLY wanted to enter this today, but the page wasn’t loading earlier and now it’s too late. Dang!

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  81. Alix Davis says

    I would love to try Thirsties AIO out! I LOVE their covers so this would be an awesome addition to my collection!!

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  88. Tabitha says

    I have been looking for an aio with a pocket. I love the idea of a grab and go diaper, but need the option of adding a hemp insert for my heavy wetter. I would love to try this diaper!

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  96. kate foster says

    I bought the two thirsties covers I have from amazon. I’m glad I did because I bought size one first and realized it wouldn’t last long since my daughter was going through a growth spurt and they have free returns.

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  100. Bobbie says

    Thanks for the review! I have been wondering about this diaper, but I have a skinny minnie and we have a hard time with diapers gapping at the legs. Your reviews have saved us a lot of money!

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  110. Naomi says

    I love the new thirsties aio’s and had a chance to try one on my week old niece it fit her awesome. I’m thrilled. I have really big babies and will be using this from day 1 with my next baby. I would love the chance to win me some more.

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  120. lindsay says

    haven’t purchased any clot diapers yet… just learning all i can before my baby arrives in april. i have a friend who highly recommends thirsties.

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  144. Rachel Sansom says

    I can’t wait to try this diaper. So far, I have used the Thirsties cover on all different types of fitteds and really been pleased… but I love the convenience of AIO!

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  160. Katy Frankie says

    I just ordered an aplix Thirsties AIO from nickisdiapers.com. Been using it for 2 weeks and really like it so far! The tunnel is really spacious, much easier to stuff an extra insert into than any other aio I’ve tried. I have triplets that are 14 months old and 19.5, 21, and 22.5 pounds. Size 2 fits each of them really well at the middle rise setting with plenty of room to grow. I’d love to try the snaps version, too!

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  162. Gwen says

    Have not tried Thirsties yet, newbie and still learning what to do and buy! Thanks for all of your great reviews and helpful hints!

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  180. Christena says

    Would love to win….just working on a stash of things to try once we adopt a newborn….homestudy ready and WAITING!

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  181. Glinda Grayam says

    gobabygoshop.com Would love to try out Thirsties AIO. Currently using the Thirsties covers and love ’em but the AIO has peaked my interest.

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  208. Alicia in the SC says

    I have never used Thirsties, but would love to try one. I have one in cloth and one on the way that will use cloth.

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  211. Abbi says

    I am hoping to try cloth diapers with my third child, due in October. The wealth of information and choices out there is overwhelming to a first-timer. I liked the website abbyslane.com when searching for some more information, and she seemed to have decent prices.

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  236. Vanessa H says

    I am currently on a search for the best AIO and it is down to this one and TotBots (this one costs $8 less). It is relatively trim (not a disposable, but what is that trim), worked for overnight with my 1 year old (with Thirsties hemp insert that I always use, the are my favorite and look brand new after using every night for a year), and they were easy to clean poop from with a sprayer ( this is not the case with my BG AIOs). This is a great diaper, especially when you consider it was made in the US!

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  237. Diana Page says

    Babybottomsboutique.com or thanksmama.com. Either my iPad doesn’t like raffle copter or I’m an idiot and not sure if I entered this correctly but I LOVE Thirties DUO AIO and want to complete my stockpile with them! Here’s to hoping! ;-)

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  243. Melissa Leung says

    LOVE Thirsties Duo Diapers, so I’m e exited for an AIO and the tunnel for stuffing makes it even better! I love not having to unstuff!

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  247. Michelle says

    Oops – I’m not very good at following directions. Cottonbabies.com is a great website that carries the Thirsties diapers.

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  251. Rachel says

    I use the Thirsties cover with my 6 month old girl and I love them. I have seen the AIO and have been wanting to get some but have not been able to yet but I have heard from friends that they are great.

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  276. Kyla says

    I have always been a fan of Thirsties. Their covers work great for EBF poo and their duo diaper is one that I always reach for when changing my little one. I actually like that the pocket is a tunnel style. And the fact that the AIO is ready to go as is or has the option to add doublers is awesome. Thanks for the review. :)

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  281. Michelle says

    I don’t have a favorite- I only have prefolds and homemade covers so far. I just started to CD so am still VERY new to it all

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  289. Jennifer Spillman says

    This review was quite helpful! I was on the fence about trying them, as I really need to slow down, but I am diaper obsessed! Thanks for making the decision easy for me.

    Reply

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