Hip Baby Wrap Ring Sling vs Nalakai Ring Sling
The Ring Sling lists for $12 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Hip Baby Wrap Ring Sling | Nalakai Ring Sling | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Ring sling | Ring sling |
| List price | $68Lowest price | $80 |
| Child weight | 8–35 lb | 8–35 lb |
| Newborn without insert | Yes | Yes |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Hip | Front inward, Hip |
| Fabric | Hand-loomed fabric by line: 100% cotton (Classic, Modern, Honeycomb), 100% linen, 50% linen 50% bamboo, 100% raw dupioni silk | Custom woven bamboo and linen blend |
| Lumbar support | No | No |
| Machine washable | Yes | Yes |
| IHDI acknowledgment (maker says) | Not listed | Yes, per the maker or IHDI |
| Sizes | Not listed | Standard 74 in; Long 85 in |
| Wrap length | Not listed | About 7 feet (maker: 'about 7 feet long'); Long version also sold |
Hip Baby Wrap Ring Sling
A hand-loomed ring sling with solid aluminum rings, made in India in cotton, linen, bamboo-linen and silk lines.
- Solid aluminum sling rings
- Machine washable (cotton lines: machine wash and dry)
- Fair trade, handwoven with non-toxic dyes
Nalakai Ring Sling
Bamboo-linen ring sling that the maker says works best for 8 to 35 lb babies and is machine washable.
- Two lengths
- Lightweight and breathable fabric
- Machine washable
- Maker lists no explicit carry-position list
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Ring Sling or Ring Sling?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Is the Ring Sling cheaper than the Ring Sling?
Yes. $68 versus $80 list price.
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