Baby K'tan Active Carrier vs Baby K'tan Active Oasis
The Active Carrier lists for $5 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby K'tan Active Carrier | Baby K'tan Active Oasis | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Stretchy wrap | Stretchy wrap |
| List price | $64.95Lowest price | $69.95 |
| Child weight | 8–35 lb | 8–35 lb |
| Newborn without insert | Yes | Yes |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Front outward, Hip | Front inward, Front outward, Hip |
| Fabric | Poly/spandex blend performance fabric | Nylon/poly/spandex blend performance fabric treated with HeiQ HyProTecht |
| Lumbar support | No | No |
| Machine washable | Yes | Yes |
| IHDI acknowledgment (maker says) | Yes, per the maker or IHDI | Yes, per the maker or IHDI |
| Sizes | Adult sizes XS (2-4), S (6-8), M (10-14), L (16-20), XL | XXS to XL (sized to the adult wearer) |
Baby K'tan Active Carrier
Pre-sized stretch carrier in quick-dry performance fabric.
- Pre-sized, no wrapping required
- Machine washable and dryer safe
- Sized to the wearer, so limited sharing between different-size adults
Baby K'tan Active Oasis
Ready-to-wear double-loop wrap in a quick-dry performance fabric that wicks moisture and blocks over 90% of UVA and UVB rays. The maker lists five wearing positions from 8 to 35 lb.
- Quick-dry, moisture-wicking performance fabric
- Machine washable and dryer safe
- Sash converts to a carry bag
- Maker warns it may slip on slick fabrics
- Maker says to consult a pediatrician for babies under 8 lb
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Active Carrier or Active Oasis?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Is the Active Carrier cheaper than the Active Oasis?
Yes. $64.95 versus $69.95 list price.
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