Osprey Poco Plus
The Osprey Poco Plus is rated for a child up to 40 lb, has 1 carry positions, and has a storage of 17 L. The 2020-series Osprey framed hiking carrier that sat between the Poco and Poco Premium, with a larger lower compartment than the Poco.
DiscontinuedNo longer made or sold new. Specs are kept for comparing generations.
- 16–40 lbChild weight
- 1Positions
How the Poco Plus (2020 series) stacks up
Against the 16 hiking and backpack carriers we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Within the typical range for hiking and backpack carriers (17 L to 26 L).
The same as most hiking and backpack carriers (40 lb).
How the Poco Plus (2020 series) carries
Osprey lists it for a child from 16 lb up to 40 lb.
| Poco Plus (2020 series), per Osprey | Hiking and backpack carriers that list it | |
|---|---|---|
| Back | Yes | 17 of 17 |
| Newborn use without an insert | No | 0 of 15 |
Listed features
- 17 L lower compartment
- Fit-on-the-Fly hipbelt
- Built-in sunshade
Worth checking
- Child must be at least six months old and able to sit upright unassisted
- Not in the current Poco line-up
Where to buy the Poco Plus (2020 series)
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- Discontinued. You may still find it used or on clearance.
- Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: CPSC recall search.
- Carrier use: see the AAP's baby carrier page. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Full specs
| Osprey Poco Plus (2020 series) | |
|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier |
| Child weight | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No |
| Carry positions | Back |
| Frame | Lightweight folding aluminum frame |
| Storage | 17 L extra-large lower zippered compartment, zippered hipbelt pockets, zipper stash pocket, lower side stretch mesh pockets, large front panel compartment |
Compare the Poco Plus (2020 series) with
How each closest rival differs from the Poco Plus (2020 series), from the makers' specs.
- OspreyPoco (2023 series)up to 40 lb1 positions
- 7 L more storage
- ChiccoSmartSupport Backpack Carrierup to 40 lb1 positions$179.99Compare side by side
- DeuterKid Comfort Ventureup to 40 lb1 positions$240Compare side by side
- phil&tedsParadeup to 40 lb1 positions$159.99
- 4.5 L less storage
Poco Plus (2020 series): questions answered
From Osprey's published specs and retailer listings, last checked 2026-11-08.
What weight is the Osprey Poco Plus for?
The maker lists it for babies and children 16 to 40 lb. Carrier use: see the AAP's baby carrier page. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Can you use the Osprey Poco Plus with a newborn?
The maker says a newborn needs an infant insert or a different setting. Check the manual before using it with a newborn.
What positions does the Osprey Poco Plus have?
Back. Some positions have their own minimum age or weight in the manual.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
More hiking and backpack carriers
- OspreyPoco SLTup to 40 lb1 positions$250
- phil&tedsEscapeup to 40 lb1 positions$269.99
- KeltyJourney PerfectFITup to 40 lb1 positions$299.95
- DeuterKid Comfort Active1 positions$280$280
- DeuterKid Comfort Active SLup to 48.5 lb1 positions$280
- OspreyPoco LTup to 40 lb1 positions$340
Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-08. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.