Deuter Kid Comfort Venture vs Osprey Poco

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Only the differences are shown.

Deuter Kid Comfort VentureOsprey Poco (2023 series)
TypeHiking carrierHiking carrier
List price$240Not listed
Child weightUp to 40 lb16–40 lb
Newborn without insertNot listedNo
Carry positionsBackBack
Carrier weight6 lbLightest7.69 lb
Fabric600D polyester with PU coating100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner, DWR made without PFAS; bluesign product
Machine washableNot listedNo
SizesNot listedOne size
FrameSturdy aluminum frame (Deuter text copied by US retailer)Lightweight folding aluminum frame
StorageLuggage limit 8 lb (maker)24 L total; 23 L lower zippered compartment, zipper stash pocket, open mesh hipbelt pockets

Deuter Kid Comfort Venture

Deuter frame child carrier with height-adjustable child seat.

  • Aluminum frame
  • Height-adjustable seat
  • 8 lb luggage limit

Osprey Poco

Osprey's mid-level framed hiking carrier with an aluminum frame, AirSpeed mesh back panel and a 23 L lower compartment.

  • Built-in sunshade
  • 6 in of torso adjustment
  • Adjustable padded stirrups
  • Child must be at least six months old and 16 lb
  • Do not machine wash
Ask the meadow

Kid Comfort Venture or Poco (2023 series)?

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

Which is lighter?

The Kid Comfort Venture weighs 6 lb, versus 7.69 lb for the Poco (2023 series).

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