Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier
The Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier is rated for a child up to 50 lb, has 1 carry positions, and weighs 2 lb, per Piggyback Rider. Standing-board toddler carrier worn on the back.
DiscontinuedNo longer made or sold new. Specs are kept for comparing generations.
- ?–50 lbChild weight
- 1Positions
- 2 lbCarrier weight
How the Piggyback Rider stacks up
Against the 32 toddler carriers we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Within the typical range for toddler carriers (45 lb to 60 lb).
Below the 2 most toddler carriers list.
How the Piggyback Rider carries
Piggyback Rider lists it for a child up to 50 lb.
| Piggyback Rider, per Piggyback Rider | Toddler carriers that list it | |
|---|---|---|
| Front inward | Not listed | 27 of 33 |
| Hip | Not listed | 14 of 33 |
| Back | Yes | 26 of 33 |
| Newborn use without an insert | No | 0 of 34 |
Listed features
- Child rides higher than the adult's shoulders
- Hands-free with included child harness
- Compact; maker says about 2 lbs (FAQ: less than 3 lbs)
- Optional hip belt shifts weight to hips
Worth checking
- For children 2+ who can walk stairs unaided; maker suggests an upper limit of 6 years
- Not for running
- Do not machine wash (metal bar)
- Maker has no inventory and is closing
Where to buy the Piggyback Rider
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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
| Piggyback Rider Piggyback Rider | |
|---|---|
| Type | Toddler carrier |
| Child weight | Up to 50 lb |
| Newborn without insert | No |
| Carry positions | Back |
| Carrier weight | 2 lb |
| Fabric | Shoulder harness with polypropylene webbing and climbing-grade buckles; metal standing bar with grip tape |
| Machine washable | No |
| Sizes | One size; optional Hip Belt accessory |
Compare the Piggyback Rider with
How each closest rival differs from the Piggyback Rider, from the makers' specs.
- DidymosDidyKlick 4u Toddlerup to 55 lb3 positions
- 5 lb higher limit
- 2 more positions
- ErgobabyUpsie Slingup to 45 lb2 positions
- 5 lb lower limit
- 1 more position
- OschaCairis (Toddler size)up to 45 lb2 positions
- 5 lb lower limit
- 1 more position
- OschaCairis (Preschool size)up to 45 lb2 positions
- 5 lb lower limit
- 1 more position
Piggyback Rider: questions answered
From Piggyback Rider's published specs, last checked 2026-11-08.
What weight is the Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier for?
The maker lists it for babies and children up to 50 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 Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier 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 Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier have?
Back. Some positions have their own minimum age or weight in the manual.
How much does the Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier weigh?
The carrier itself weighs 2 lb. The lightest toddler we track is the Konny Dual Support Hip Seat Carrier at 0.5 lb.
Can you wash the Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier?
The maker does not list it as machine washable. Follow the care label.
What's the difference between the Piggyback Rider Standing Child Carrier and the DIDYMOS DidyKlick Toddler?
By the maker specs, the DidyKlick 4u Toddler carries up to 55 lb vs 50 lb. See them side by side.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
More toddler carriers
- OschaCoorie (Toddler size)up to 45 lb3 positions
- OschaCoorie (Preschool size)up to 45 lb3 positions
- KinderpackToddlerup to 45 lb2 positions$199
- KinderpackPreschoolup to 55 lb2 positions$199
- Happy BabyToddlerup to 60 lb2 positions$185
- IntegraIntegra Size 22 positions
Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-08. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.