Chicco SideKick Plus 3-in-1 vs Ergobaby Lift Hip Seat
The Lift Hip Seat Baby Carrier carries up to 45 lb, versus 33 lb. The SideKick Plus 3-in-1 has 4 positions; the Lift Hip Seat Baby Carrier has 3.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco SideKick Plus 3-in-1 | Ergobaby Lift Hip Seat Baby Carrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hip seat | Hip seat |
| Child weight | 7.5–33 lb | 17–45 lbCarries the most |
| Newborn without insert | Yes | No |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Front outward, Hip, BackMost positions | Front inward, Front outward, Hip |
| Carrier weight | 1.7 lb | Not listed |
| Fabric | Not stated; infant carrier has a zip-off panel with mesh | 100% polyester; removable EPP foam seat; pocket 92% polyester / 8% elastane |
| Lumbar support | Yes | Not listed |
| Machine washable | No | Yes |
| Sizes | Hip seat waist fit 23-46 in | One size (waist belt up to 52 in) |
| Storage | Zippered pocket on hip seat waistbelt; pocket on infant carrier | Two large storage pockets |
Chicco SideKick Plus 3-in-1
Three modes: an infant carrier (7.5-33 lb), a hip seat carrier (from 6 months, up to 33 lb) and a hip seat for toddlers (from 4 months, up to 33 lb), per Chicco USA.
- Chicco USA lists 7.5-33 lb for the infant carrier mode
- Lumbar pad on infant carrier and waistbelt
- Pockets on both parts
- Spot clean or hand wash only
Ergobaby Lift Hip Seat
A bare hip seat with a curved EPP foam seat, wide padded waistband and two large pockets, for 6 to 48 months.
- Three carry positions: inward, outward, hip
- Removable EPP foam seat
- Two large pockets
- Not for newborns (6-48 months)
- 17 lb minimum
Ask the meadow
SideKick Plus 3-in-1 or Lift Hip Seat Baby 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 SideKick Plus 3-in-1 or the Lift Hip Seat Baby Carrier?
The Ergobaby Lift Hip Seat goes up to 45 lb, versus 33 lb for the Chicco SideKick Plus 3-in-1.
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