hope&plum Ring Sling vs Moby Ring Sling
The Ring Sling carries up to 35 lb, versus 33 lb.
Only the differences are shown.
| hope&plum Ring Sling | Moby Ring Sling (Double Gauze) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Ring sling | Ring sling |
| List price | $140 | Not listed |
| Child weight | 7–35 lbCarries the most | 8–33 lb |
| Newborn without insert | Yes | Yes |
| Carry positions | Front inward, Hip | Front inward, Hip |
| Fabric | Natural fiber blends: 52%-48% linen-cotton or 55%-45% hemp-cotton (organic cotton) | Cotton double gauze |
| Lumbar support | No | No |
| Machine washable | Yes | Yes |
| IHDI acknowledgment (maker says) | Not listed | Yes, per the maker or IHDI |
| Sizes | 74",84",94" | One size |
| Wrap length | 74", 84" or 94" | Not listed |
hope&plum Ring Sling
A gathered-shoulder ring sling sewn in Minneapolis in linen-cotton or hemp-cotton, offered in three lengths.
- Three lengths (74", 84", 94"); maker says fits XXS through 6X
- Aluminum rings, ring color choice
- Machine wash cold, gentle cycle (unthread first)
- Hemp-cotton editions cost more ($160)
- Ring finish may vary across production runs
Moby Ring Sling
A one-size cotton double gauze ring sling from Moby, worn in front or hip carries, no longer on Moby's site.
- Breathable cotton double gauze
- One size fits all per maker
- Machine wash cold, normal cycle
- Hip carry from 5 months per instructions
- Line dry; do not bleach
Ask the meadow
Ring Sling or Ring Sling (Double Gauze)?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which carries a heavier child, the Ring Sling or the Ring Sling (Double Gauze)?
The hope&plum Ring Sling goes up to 35 lb, versus 33 lb for the Moby Ring Sling.
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