Thule Yepp 2 Maxi, rack mount vs Thule Yepp Nexxt 2 Mini (front)
The Yepp 2 Maxi, rack mount holds up to 40 lb; the Yepp Nexxt 2 Mini (front), 33 lb. The Yepp 2 Maxi, rack mount mounts Rear rack mount, universal rack mount system; the Yepp Nexxt 2 Mini (front), Front-mounted, attached to the handlebar stem with a quick-r.
Only the differences are shown.
| Thule Yepp 2 Maxi, rack mount | Thule Yepp Nexxt 2 Mini (front) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Child bike seat | Child bike seat |
| List price | $249.95 | $249.95 |
| Model number | 12041302 | 12081101 |
| Age (maker) | Not stated on the maker's page | 9 months to 3 years |
| Weight limit | 40 lb (child weight; max child height 43.3 in) | 33 lb (child weight limit as stated by maker) |
| Harness | Adjustable padded 5-point harness with childproof buckle | 5-point, adjustable and padded |
| Material | All-foam seat, water-repellent materials | Hard outer shell with soft padding and water-repellent materials |
| Product weight | 7.7 lb | 4 lb |
| Mount | Rear rack mount, universal rack mount system | Front-mounted, attached to the handlebar stem with a quick-r |
| Biking age (maker) | Not listed | 9 months; maker advises consulting a pediatrician for children under 1 year |
| Fits bikes (maker) | Luggage carriers conforming to EN ISO 11243:2016 marked 27 kg load capacity | Mounts on most bicycle handlebar stems, including normal and ahead stems (threaded and threadless per FAQ) |
| Care | Water-repellent materials, easy to clean and keep dry | Not listed |
| Maker's warnings | Adjustable footrests and footstraps; built-in reflector; metal lock included (Yepp 2). | WARNING - Front seats reduce the maneuverability of the bicycle |
Thule Yepp 2 Maxi, rack mount
Rear-mounted foam child bike seat that attaches to a bike's rear rack.
- Foam seat
- Adjustable footrests
- Lighter than the frame-mount version
- Needs a compatible rear rack
- Price above the other rack-mount seats here
Thule Yepp Nexxt 2 Mini (front)
Stem-mounted front child bike seat for children 9 months to 3 years, up to 33 lb, with a quick-release bracket and 5-point padded harness.
- Quick-release stem bracket
- 5-point adjustable padded harness
- Light at 4 lb
- Front seats reduce bike maneuverability
- List price $249.95