Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Elite vs Osprey Poco Premium
The Journey PerfectFIT Elite lists for $50.05 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Elite | Osprey Poco Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier | Hiking carrier |
| List price | $399.95Lowest price | $450 |
| Child weight | 16–40 lb | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No | No |
| Carry positions | Back | Back |
| Carrier weight | 7.25 lbLightest | 8.34 lb |
| Fabric | 420D Nylon; 140D Nylon Blend | 100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner, DWR made without PFAS; bluesign product |
| Machine washable | Not listed | Yes |
| Sizes | One size; torso fit 15.5-21 in | One size (adjustable torso) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Lightweight folding aluminum frame |
| Storage | 26 L (1587 in3); 7 exterior pockets incl. zippered dirty compartment | 36 L total; 23 L lower zippered compartment, large front panel compartment, lower side stretch mesh pockets, zippered hipbelt pockets, zipper stash pocket |
Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Elite
Kelty's top Journey PerfectFIT with 26 L of storage. Kelty lists a child range of 16-40 lb and a 48.5 lb total load.
- 26 L storage
- Maker lists both minimum and maximum child weight
- Aluminum frame
- Heavier than the base model
- List price $399.95
Osprey Poco Premium
Osprey's Poco child carrier with an aluminum frame and 36 L of storage. The manual gives a 16-40 lb child range and a 48.5 lb total load, and says the child must sit upright unassisted and be at least 6 months old.
- 36 L storage
- Removable, machine-washable child cockpit per Osprey
- Aluminum tubing frame
- Heaviest Poco at 8.34 lb
- Highest price in the Poco line
Ask the meadow
Journey PerfectFIT Elite or Poco Premium?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter?
The Journey PerfectFIT Elite weighs 7.25 lb, versus 8.34 lb for the Poco Premium.
Is the Journey PerfectFIT Elite cheaper than the Poco Premium?
Yes. $399.95 versus $450 list price.
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