Kelty Journey PerfectFIT vs Osprey Poco LT
The Journey PerfectFIT lists for $40.05 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Kelty Journey PerfectFIT | Osprey Poco LT | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier | Hiking carrier |
| List price | $299.95Lowest price | $340 |
| Child weight | 16–40 lb | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No | No |
| Carry positions | Back | Back |
| Carrier weight | 6.38 lb | 5.56 lbLightest |
| Fabric | Poly 420D Small Back Stafford; 75D Poly x 140D Nylon Blend | 100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner, DWR made without PFAS; bluesign product |
| Machine washable | Not listed | No |
| Sizes | One size; torso fit 15.5-21 in | One size (adjustable torso) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Stainless steel folding frame |
| Storage | 17 L (1037 in3); 2 exterior pockets | 25 L total; 17 L lower zippered compartment, zippered front panel pocket, open mesh hipbelt pockets |
Kelty Journey PerfectFIT
Kelty's base Journey PerfectFIT frame carrier at $299.95, with a 40 lb child limit, 48.5 lb total load, 17 L storage and 15.5-21 in torso fit per Kelty.
- Lower price than the Elite
- Aluminum frame
- Maker lists clear weight limits
- Less storage than the Elite (17 L vs 26 L)
Osprey Poco LT
Osprey's lightweight frame child carrier. The manual sets a child range of 16-40 lb, a total load of 48.5 lb, and requires the child to sit upright unassisted (at least 6 months old).
- Light for a framed carrier at 5.56 lb
- 25 L storage
- Frame folds flat
- Not for children who cannot sit up unassisted
- Total load capped at 48.5 lb including gear
Ask the meadow
Journey PerfectFIT or Poco LT?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter?
The Poco LT weighs 5.56 lb, versus 6.38 lb for the Journey PerfectFIT.
Is the Journey PerfectFIT cheaper than the Poco LT?
Yes. $299.95 versus $340 list price.
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