Nuna PIPA aire vs Nuna PIPA rx
The PIPA rx lists for $30.01 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Nuna PIPA aire | Nuna PIPA rx | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $440 | $409.99Lowest price |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 30 in | 16–30 in |
| Seat weight | 6 lbLightest | 7.6 lb |
| Base weight | 14 lb | 16.8 lb |
| Width | 17.5 in | 17.5 in |
| Head rule | Top of child's head is at least 1" below top of child restraint. | Top of child's head should be at least 1 inch below top of child restraint. |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Not listed | Organic jersey infant insert; product page FAQ: 'The infant insert should be removed when your child weighs 11 lbs.' |
| Installation | LATCH (PIPA series base, rigid latch), seat belt (belt path) | LATCH (PIPA RELX base, rigid latch), seat belt, baseless (belt path) |
| Load leg | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Recline positions | Not listed | 4 |
| Works with strollers | All Nuna strollers, with adapters | All Nuna strollers with adapters, plus select premium strollers |
| Stroller adapters | Not listed | Nuna adapters for other brands (not listed on page) |
| Handle in the car | Manual: '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.' | Manual: '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 label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
Nuna PIPA aire
A very light Nuna infant carrier that is about 6 lb without the canopy and inserts. The $440 listed price includes the PIPA series base.
- About 6 lb carrier
- Steel stability leg on the base
- Made without added flame-retardant chemicals, per Nuna
- List price $440
- 30 lb maximum
Nuna PIPA rx
Nuna infant carrier with the RELX base, which has a steel stability leg and an anti-rebound panel and four recline positions.
- Stability leg and anti-rebound panel on base
- Four recline positions
- Made without added flame-retardant chemicals, per Nuna
- Heavier than the aire models (7.6 lb)
- 30 lb maximum
PIPA aire or PIPA 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?
PIPA aire: certified for planes, 6 lb. PIPA rx: certified for planes, installs without a base, 7.6 lb.
What does the extra $30.01 for the PIPA aire get you?
No extra listed feature from the ones we track (load leg, anti-rebound bar, rotation, flame retardants). Compare fabrics, ease of install, and fit in your car. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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