Ergobaby Lift Hip Seat vs Infantino Hip Rider Plus 5-in-1

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Only the differences are shown.

Ergobaby Lift Hip Seat Baby CarrierInfantino Hip Rider Plus 5-in-1
TypeHip seatHip seat
Child weight17–45 lb12–45 lb
Newborn without insertNoNo
Carry positionsFront inward, Front outward, HipFront inward, Front outward, Back
Fabric100% polyester; removable EPP foam seat; pocket 92% polyester / 8% elastaneNot listed
Lumbar supportNot listedYes
Machine washableYesYes
SizesOne size (waist belt up to 52 in)One size
StorageTwo large storage pocketsSide essentials pocket on the lumbar belt; packable pouch

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

Infantino Hip Rider Plus 5-in-1

Carrier that zips between a full structured carrier and a hip seat, with a lumbar waist belt and a packable front pouch. The maker lists five ways to carry and 12 to 45 lb.

  • Converts between carrier and hip seat
  • Lumbar waist belt with side pocket
  • Packs into its own pouch
  • Starts at 12 lb
  • Remove the hip seat insert before washing