Chimparoo Meh Dai AIR vs Happy Baby Onbuhimo
The Meh Dai (Mei Tai) AIR has 3 positions; the Onbuhimo has 2. The Onbuhimo lists for $5.99 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chimparoo Meh Dai (Mei Tai) AIR | Happy Baby Onbuhimo | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Meh dai / half buckle | Meh dai / half buckle |
| List price | $170.99 | $165Lowest price |
| Child weight | 8–45 lb | 7–45 lb |
| Newborn without insert | Yes | Not listed |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Hip, BackMost positions | Front inward, Back |
| Fabric | Polyester mesh with polyester foam padding | Linen/cotton blend (per maker) |
| Lumbar support | No | No |
| Sizes | One size (waist 23.6-61 in; back panel height 11-15 in) | One size (toddler version sold separately) |
Chimparoo Meh Dai AIR
A lightweight polyester-mesh meh dai with a buckled waist belt and wide padded tie shoulder straps, made for hot days and water use.
- Breathable, non-absorbent mesh for water and hot weather
- Buckled waist belt; wide padded tie straps
- Six carrying positions per maker
- Manual is image-only
Happy Baby Onbuhimo
A waistless linen onbuhimo sewn in the USA, for high back carries or inward-facing front carries.
- No waistband, suits pregnancy
- Made in the USA
- Fits caregivers of different sizes
- Manual is image-only
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Meh Dai (Mei Tai) AIR or Onbuhimo?
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Is the Onbuhimo cheaper than the Meh Dai (Mei Tai) AIR?
Yes. $165 versus $170.99 list price.
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