Osprey Poco SLT vs phil&teds Parade

The Parade lists for $90.01 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Osprey Poco SLTphil&teds Parade
TypeHiking carrierHiking carrier
List price$250$159.99Lowest price
Child weight16–40 lbUp to 40 lb
Newborn without insertNoNo
Carry positionsBackBack
Carrier weight4.72 lb4.4 lbLightest
Fabric100% recycled nylon main body, bottom and liner; bluesign productDurable 300 & 600 denier fabrics, hand washable and waterproof
Lumbar supportNot listedYes
Machine washableNoNo
SizesOne sizeOne size
FramePatented lightweight stainless steel frame (folds)Light & strong aluminium frame
Storage22 L total; 17 L lower zippered compartment, zippered front panel pocket12.5L (lower storage pocket, side panels, front belt pockets) plus 2.3L detachable mini backpack

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

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
Ask the meadow

Poco SLT or Parade?

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

Which is lighter?

The Parade weighs 4.4 lb, versus 4.72 lb for the Poco SLT.

Is the Parade cheaper than the Poco SLT?

Yes. $159.99 versus $250 list price.

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