Chicco SmartSupport Backpack Carrier vs Osprey Poco SLT
The SmartSupport Backpack Carrier lists for $70.01 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco SmartSupport Backpack Carrier | Osprey Poco SLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier | Hiking carrier |
| List price | $179.99Lowest price | $250 |
| Child weight | 17–40 lb | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No | No |
| Carry positions | Back | Back |
| Carrier weight | 6.2 lb | 4.72 lbLightest |
| Fabric | Main Body: 100% Polyester | 100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner; bluesign product |
| Lumbar support | Yes | Not listed |
| Machine washable | No | No |
| Sizes | One size, adjustable | One size |
| Frame | Aluminum frame | Patented lightweight stainless steel frame (folds) |
| Storage | Side pockets (max 1 lb / 0.5 kg each) | 22 L total; 17 L lower zippered compartment, zippered front panel pocket |
Chicco SmartSupport Backpack Carrier
Lightweight frame backpack with a two-position height-adjustable seat, 5-point harness, UPF 50+ canopy and built-in kickstand. The maker lists use with children weighing 17 to 40 lb, approximately 6 to 36 months.
- About 6.2 lb with an aluminum frame
- Built-in kickstand for loading and unloading
- UPF 50+ canopy with pull-out visor
- Maximum combined child and cargo weight is 42 lb
- Minimum child weight is 17 lb
Osprey Poco SLT
Osprey's lightest framed carrier, a stripped-back stainless steel frame pack with an open mesh hipbelt and an add-on sunshade.
- 4.72 lb
- Frame folds for travel
- Top and side grab handles
- Sunshade sold separately
- Do not machine wash
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SmartSupport Backpack Carrier or Poco SLT?
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Which is lighter?
The Poco SLT weighs 4.72 lb, versus 6.2 lb for the SmartSupport Backpack Carrier.
Is the SmartSupport Backpack Carrier cheaper than the Poco SLT?
Yes. $179.99 versus $250 list price.
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