Clek Liing vs Nuna PIPA aire rx

The Liing is 0.6 in narrower. The Liing lists for $50.01 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Clek LiingNuna PIPA aire rx
TypeInfant car seatInfant car seat
List price$599.99Lowest price$650
Rear-facing weight4–30 lb4–30 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 32 inUp to 30 in
Seat weight9 lb6.2 lbLightest
Base weight17 lb16.8 lb
Width16.9 inNarrowest17.5 in
Head ruleNot listedTop of child's head should be at least 1 inch below top of child restraint.
Base includedYesYes
Newborn insertNewborn Body Support System (page; no limit stated)Infant insert plus an additional GOTS organic cotton insert and harness cover set (page); removal weight not stated
Installationrigid LATCH, seat belt (belt-tensioning), baseless (European belt path)LATCH (PIPA RELX base, rigid latch), seat belt, baseless (belt path)
Load legYesYes
Anti-rebound barNot listedYes
RotatesNoNo
Recline positions74
Works with strollersBaby Jogger, BabyZen, Bugaboo, Bumbleride, Silver Cross, Stokke, Thule, UPPAbaby via Maxi-Cosi adaptersAll Nuna strollers with adapters
Stroller adaptersMaxi-Cosi-type car seat adapters made by each stroller brand (page)Not listed
Handle in the carNot listedManual: 'The handle has 3 locked positions (including carry position).' 'Nuna recommends to have the handle in the carry position when in the vehicle.' 'Handle MUST NOT contact the vehicle interior (side of car or seat in front) when installed.'
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the makerCertified for aircraft, per the maker
No added flame retardantsYesYes
Expires after9 yearsNot listed

Clek Liing

A narrow infant carrier with rigid LATCH, a metal load leg and flame-retardant-free fabrics.

  • Narrow for 3-across
  • Load leg
  • 9-year life
  • List price $599.99
  • 30 lb limit

Nuna PIPA aire rx

The light aire carrier paired with the RELX base, which adds a telescoping stability leg, an anti-rebound panel and four recline positions.

  • Carrier about 6.2 lb without canopy and inserts
  • Stability leg and anti-rebound panel
  • FAA certified with or without base (per the maker)
  • List price $650
  • 30 lb maximum
Ask the meadow

Liing or PIPA aire rx?

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

Which is easier to travel with?

Liing: certified for planes, installs without a base, 9 lb. PIPA aire rx: certified for planes, installs without a base, 6.2 lb.

What does the extra $50.01 for the PIPA aire rx get you?

Per the makers, the PIPA aire rx adds an anti-rebound bar. Both meet the same federal crash standard.

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