I've started this discussion because I've heard good and bad about both and would like to see more opinions. I have bought both brands and here are my thoughts on both.
AB Universe - They have a GREAT print. It is very similiar to the Pampers Baby Dry of the 90's with the Teddy Bears. The crinkle on these is AWESOME. What I like most is the actual plastic! It is sooooooo soft and pliable that I literally love to wear these and feel them, it's almost like cuddling your favorite blankie, they're so soft. Downside but not a complete downside...they aren't as thick as Bambino's, however the absorbency is really well for me at least. They use the gell material in these so when you wet yourself the diapers actually behave like a real baby diaper and "poof" in the right places. I like the thickness of these because I can wear them under my jeans in public and no one knows except my mommy! Personally I've switched my business from Bambino to AB Universe as I just think it's a better, more AB Friendly diaper. I've also spoken with their owner, Jenny, and they are coming out with new diapers, different prints and supposedly a cloth lineup! Make way for AB Universe!!!!!
Bambino's - I dislike the print on these...it's too busy and no babyish enough. Just because you put BABY in blocks on a diaper doesn't mean anything...we want these diapers to look like real baby diapers and I've never seen a real baby diaper with a print like this. YUCK. The thickness is good on these diapers if you like thick. The crinkle is just ok. The plastic on these is hard though. They don't move well and it seems to be stiff. I want my diapers to move with me, not forcibly.
Bottom line (tee hee hee) I've converted, have you?
J_Baby (jessie)