Osprey Poco LT vs Thule Sapling
The Poco LT lists for $59.95 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Osprey Poco LT | Thule Sapling | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier | Hiking carrier |
| List price | $340Lowest price | $399.95 |
| Child weight | 16–40 lb | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No | No |
| Carry positions | Back | Back |
| Carrier weight | 5.56 lbLightest | 8.4 lb |
| Fabric | 100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner, DWR made without PFAS; bluesign product | 420D nylon, 100% recycled P600 (all materials PFC free) |
| Machine washable | No | No |
| Sizes | One size (adjustable torso) | One size (adjustable torso and hip belt) |
| Frame | Stainless steel folding frame | Internal aluminum frame (per REI) |
| Storage | 25 L total; 17 L lower zippered compartment, zippered front panel pocket, open mesh hipbelt pockets | 22L gear compartment with side zipper access |
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
Thule Sapling
Thule's mid-size hiking child carrier: 22 L of storage, adjustable torso and hip belt, 40 lb child limit and 48.5 lb total load per Thule.
- 22 L gear compartment
- Fully adjustable torso and hip belt
- Recycled nylon fabric
Ask the meadow
Poco LT or Sapling?
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 8.4 lb for the Sapling.
Is the Poco LT cheaper than the Sapling?
Yes. $340 versus $399.95 list price.
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