I haven't used the Aerobed so I can't compare, but the ReadyBeds have a cover and sleeping bag sort of top on them which is handy. I got the toddler size for my guys when we were traveling last minute for a family funeral. They had Pooh on them. I know the larger sizes have more age appropriate designs and characters. Mine held up to my guys running and jumping on them and came with a pump to blow them up, though we did need to add a bit at the end to ensure full capacity. HTH