Nuna PIPA aire vs Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido
The PIPA aire lists for $9.99 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Nuna PIPA aire | Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Infant car seat | Infant car seat |
| List price | $440Lowest price | $449.99 |
| Rear-facing weight | 4–30 lb | 4–30 lb |
| Rear-facing height | Up to 30 in | Up to 32 in |
| Seat weight | 6 lbLightest | 8.2 lb |
| Base weight | 14 lb | 11 lb |
| Width | 17.5 in | Not listed |
| Head rule | Top of child's head is at least 1" below top of child restraint. | The top of the child head should not exceed the top of the seat back by at least one inch (2.5 cm) |
| Base included | Yes | Yes |
| Newborn insert | Not listed | Dual Stage Cushion System: may be used from birth up to about 20 lbs (9 kg) or when the torso of your baby fully occupies the space between the crotch strap and the shoulder slots. |
| Installation | LATCH (PIPA series base, rigid latch), seat belt (belt path) | LATCH with base, vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt with base, vehicle belt without base |
| Load leg | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-rebound bar | No | Yes |
| Rotates | No | No |
| Harness heights | Not listed | 6 |
| Works with strollers | All Nuna strollers, with adapters | Peg Perego, UPPAbaby and other strollers via separately sold adapters |
| Stroller adapters | Not listed | PV Adapter/Links Uppababy ($49.99), PV Adapter/Links Universal ($49.99); PV Adapter/Links Peg Perego ($19.99) for Peg Perego chassis |
| 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.' | With base: 'It is recommended to adjust the handle so that it rests at the top edge of the car seat'. Without base and on aircraft: 'adjust the handle in the forward most position as shown. Any other position may injure your baby in an accident.' |
| Aircraft label | Certified for aircraft, per the maker | Certified for aircraft, per the maker |
| No added flame retardants | Yes | Yes |
| Expires after | Not listed | 7 years |
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
Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido
Peg Perego infant carrier in the Nido version, with an 8.2 lb carrier and an 11 lb base.
- Carrier is 8.2 lb without hood and inserts
- Adapters sold for several stroller brands
- Load leg is a separate base accessory
Ask the meadow
PIPA aire or Primo Viaggio Nido?
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. Primo Viaggio Nido: certified for planes, installs without a base, 8.2 lb.
What does the extra $9.99 for the Primo Viaggio Nido get you?
Per the makers, the Primo Viaggio Nido adds an anti-rebound bar. Both meet the same federal crash standard.
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