BabyBjörn Hold vs Cybex Laya

The Laya Carrier carries up to 33 lb, versus 30 lb. The Laya Carrier has 3 positions; the Hold has 2. The Hold lists for $9.96 less.

Only the differences are shown.

BabyBjörn HoldCybex Laya Carrier
TypeSoft structured carrierSoft structured carrier
List price$179.99Lowest price$189.95
Child weight7–30 lb7–33 lbCarries the most
Child height21–34 inNot listed
Newborn without insertYesYes
Carry positionsFront inward, Front outwardFront inward, Front outward, BackMost positions
Carrier weightNot listed1.9 lb
Fabric100% recycled polyester (woven) or polyester meshBreathable 3D mesh; exterior polyester/cotton, lining 100% polyester
Lumbar supportNot listedYes
Machine washableYesYes
IHDI acknowledgment (maker says)Yes, per the maker or IHDINot listed
SizesOne sizeNot listed
StorageBuilt-in pocketKangaroo hand pocket; coin purse

BabyBjörn Hold

Front-carry baby carrier with newborn adjustments, a built-in shade, and a double-layered waist belt with padded straps. The maker lists 7 to 30 lb and 21 to 34 in, facing in first and facing out from around 5 months.

  • Newborn adjustment and leg straps for smaller babies
  • Built-in shade
  • Machine washable and quick-drying
  • Front carry only; no back carry
  • Maker range ends at 30 lb and 34 in

Cybex Laya

A buckle carrier with a self-adapting stretch back panel, magnetic buckles and a kangaroo pocket for babies from 7 to 33 lb.

  • Self-adapting stretch panel, no adjusting as baby grows
  • Magnetic Click-&-Go buckles
  • Padded waist belt
  • Leg straps required for 6.6-9.9 lb babies
  • Facing out and back carry from about 6 months
Ask the meadow

Hold or Laya Carrier?

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 Hold or the Laya Carrier?

The Cybex Laya goes up to 33 lb, versus 30 lb for the BabyBjörn Hold.

Is the Hold cheaper than the Laya Carrier?

Yes. $179.99 versus $189.95 list price.

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