Osprey Poco Plus vs phil&teds Parade

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

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Osprey Poco Plus (2020 series)phil&teds Parade
TypeHiking carrierHiking carrier
List priceNot listed$159.99
Child weight16–40 lbUp to 40 lb
Newborn without insertNoNo
Carry positionsBackBack
Carrier weightNot listed4.4 lb
FabricNot listedDurable 300 & 600 denier fabrics, hand washable and waterproof
Lumbar supportNot listedYes
Machine washableNot listedNo
SizesNot listedOne size
FrameLightweight folding aluminum frameLight & strong aluminium frame
Storage17 L extra-large lower zippered compartment, zippered hipbelt pockets, zipper stash pocket, lower side stretch mesh pockets, large front panel compartment12.5L (lower storage pocket, side panels, front belt pockets) plus 2.3L detachable mini backpack

Osprey Poco Plus

The 2020-series Osprey framed hiking carrier that sat between the Poco and Poco Premium, with a larger lower compartment than the Poco.

  • 17 L lower compartment
  • Fit-on-the-Fly hipbelt
  • Built-in sunshade
  • Child must be at least six months old and able to sit upright unassisted
  • Not in the current Poco line-up

phil&teds Parade

Lighter Phil&teds child carrier with a 4-point harness and adjustable seat height.

  • About 2 kg (4.4 lb) carrier weight
  • Adjustable seat height
  • Smaller capacity than Escape