Kelty Journey PerfectFIT vs Osprey Poco SLT
The Poco SLT lists for $49.95 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Kelty Journey PerfectFIT | Osprey Poco SLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier | Hiking carrier |
| List price | $299.95 | $250Lowest price |
| Child weight | 16–40 lb | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No | No |
| Carry positions | Back | Back |
| Carrier weight | 6.38 lb | 4.72 lbLightest |
| Fabric | Poly 420D Small Back Stafford; 75D Poly x 140D Nylon Blend | 100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner; bluesign product |
| Machine washable | Not listed | No |
| Sizes | One size; torso fit 15.5-21 in | One size |
| Frame | Aluminum | Patented lightweight stainless steel frame (folds) |
| Storage | 17 L (1037 in3); 2 exterior pockets | 22 L total; 17 L lower zippered compartment, zippered front panel pocket |
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 SLT
Osprey's lightest framed carrier, a stripped-back stainless steel frame pack with an open mesh hipbelt and an add-on sunshade.
- 4.72 lb
- Frame folds for travel
- Top and side grab handles
- Sunshade sold separately
- Do not machine wash
Ask the meadow
Journey PerfectFIT or Poco SLT?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter?
The Poco SLT weighs 4.72 lb, versus 6.38 lb for the Journey PerfectFIT.
Is the Poco SLT cheaper than the Journey PerfectFIT?
Yes. $250 versus $299.95 list price.
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