Baby K'tan Active Carrier vs Konny Flex
The Flex carries up to 44 lb, versus 35 lb. The Active Carrier has 3 positions; the Flex has 1. The Flex lists for $4.96 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby K'tan Active Carrier | Konny Flex | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Stretchy wrap | Stretchy wrap |
| List price | $64.95 | $59.99Lowest price |
| Child weight | 8–35 lb | 8.8–44 lbCarries the most |
| Newborn without insert | Yes | Yes |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Front outward, HipMost positions | Front inward |
| Carrier weight | Not listed | 0.44 lb |
| Fabric | Poly/spandex blend performance fabric | AirMesh: outer 87% polyester, 13% spandex, lining 100% polyester; SoftBreeze: outer 62% polyester, 33% cotton, 5% spandex, lining 100% polyester |
| 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 | XS-XL (women US dress 0-6),M-4XL (women US dress 8-18; maker says pick M-4XL if bust over 95cm/37in; dress 6-8 is 'between') |
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
Konny Flex
Ultra-light (7 oz) stretch-fabric carrier from 8.8 lb to 44 lb with a newborn hold.
- Very light and packable
- Wide wearer size range
- Newborn hold from 4 kg
- Outward facing limited to short sessions per maker FAQ
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Active Carrier or Flex?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which carries a heavier child, the Active Carrier or the Flex?
The Konny Flex goes up to 44 lb, versus 35 lb for the Baby K'tan Active Carrier.
Is the Flex cheaper than the Active Carrier?
Yes. $59.99 versus $64.95 list price.
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