Beco 8 vs Infantino Cuddle Up
The 8 carries up to 45 lb, versus 40 lb. The 8 has 4 positions; the Cuddle Up has 2. The 8 lists for $10 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Beco 8 | Infantino Cuddle Up | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Soft structured carrier | Soft structured carrier |
| List price | $99.99Lowest price | $109.99 |
| Child weight | 7–45 lbCarries the most | 12–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No | No |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Front outward, Hip, BackMost positions | Front inward, Back |
| Fabric | Cotton with zippered ventilated 3D mesh panel | Not listed |
| Lumbar support | Yes | Not listed |
| Machine washable | Yes | Yes |
| IHDI acknowledgment (maker says) | Yes, per the maker or IHDI | Not listed |
| Sizes | One size; adult fit listed XS to XXL | One size |
| Storage | Waist belt pocket | Hoodie-style hand-warmer pocket for the parent |
Beco 8
Beco's eight-way carrier with a zippable ventilated 3D mesh front panel, H or X strap options and lumbar support.
- Zippable ventilated front panel
- Lumbar support panel
- H or X strap options
- Uses a removable infant insert for newborns
Infantino Cuddle Up
A hooded carrier with a wide ergonomic seat, an arched canopy hood and a parent hand-warmer pocket.
- Removable canopy hood
- Wide waist belt
- Machine washable
- Starts at 12 lb so not for small newborns
- Only two carry positions
Ask the meadow
8 or Cuddle Up?
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 8 or the Cuddle Up?
The Beco 8 goes up to 45 lb, versus 40 lb for the Infantino Cuddle Up.
Is the 8 cheaper than the Cuddle Up?
Yes. $99.99 versus $109.99 list price.
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