Cord Blood Registry (CBR)
Parent Rankings Score
9.3/ 10 · Editorially reviewed
The world's largest newborn stem cell company
$1,710 first year + $210/yr storage
Why We Like It
CBR has banked more cord blood units than any private bank on earth. Their track record of actual clinical use, gold-standard accreditations, and 30+ years of storage experience make them the most trusted name in the industry.
Editor's Verdict
Best Overall in cord blood banks.
9.3/10
Pros & Cons
Pros
- World's largest private cord blood bank with 900,000+ stored units
- AABB, FACT, and FDA registered since 1992
- More stem cell releases for treatment than any other private bank
Cons
- Higher first-year cost than most competitors
- Annual storage fees add up significantly over 18 years
Score Breakdown
Safety
9.7
Value
8.5
Ease
9.2
Quality
9.5
Overall Score
9.3
Banks were evaluated on AABB and FACT accreditation, transplant use history and clinical outcomes, storage technology and redundancy, pricing and contract transparency, and customer service.
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