Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Signature vs Osprey Poco Premium

The Journey PerfectFIT Signature lists for $80.05 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Kelty Journey PerfectFIT SignatureOsprey Poco Premium
TypeHiking carrierHiking carrier
List price$369.95Lowest price$450
Child weight16–40 lb16–40 lb
Newborn without insertNot listedNo
Carry positionsBackBack
Carrier weightNot listed8.34 lb
FabricNot listed100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner, DWR made without PFAS; bluesign product
Machine washableNot listedYes
SizesOne size (torso 15.5-21 in)One size (adjustable torso)
FrameAluminumLightweight folding aluminum frame
Storage26 L (1587 in3); 4 exterior pockets incl. zippered waistbelt pocket and side bottle pocket36 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 Signature

The middle Kelty Journey carrier, with a sunshade and 26 L of storage at the same weight as the base PerfectFIT.

  • Sunshade included
  • 26 L of storage
  • Adjustable foot stirrups
  • Not hydration compatible
  • Fewer pockets than the Elite

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
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Journey PerfectFIT Signature or Poco Premium?

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Is the Journey PerfectFIT Signature cheaper than the Poco Premium?

Yes. $369.95 versus $450 list price.

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