Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 vs Cybex Melio
The Melio is 8.6 lb lighter. The City Mini GT3 lists for $119.96 less. The Melio folds smaller (5.1 vs 7.9 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 | Cybex Melio | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $479.99 | $599.95 (last listed) |
| Weight | 21.6 lb | 13 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 25.1 × 17.3 × 31.5 in7.9 cu ft | 29.3 × 19.4 × 15.4 in5.1 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 37.4 × 23.6 × 40.9 in | 36.4 × 19.3 × 41.3 in |
| Seat holds up to | 65 lbHolds the most | 55 lb |
| Child height up to | 40 in | Not listed |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Seat recline | Near-flat | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Converts to a double | No | Not listed |
| Basket | 10 lb | Not listed |
| Car seats | All Baby Jogger and Graco Click Connect infant car seats with the included adapters | Any Cybex infant car seat; adapters included |
| Car seat adapters | Baby Jogger car seat adapter for city mini GT3 and Nuna infant car seats (sold separately) | Not listed |
| Folds with the seat on | Yes | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Not listed |
| In the box | Infant car seat adapters (Baby Jogger/Graco) | Not listed |
| Sold as a travel system | city mini GT3 travel system with city GO 2 infant car seat + base ($799.99) | Not listed |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Wheels and suspension | Forever-air rubber tires, all-wheel suspension | Rear-wheel suspension, front-wheel shock absorbers |
| Canopy | Full-coverage canopy, UV 50+, 3 peekaboo windows with magnetic closures | XXL, UPF 50+, two mesh windows |
Cybex Melio
A very light carbon-frame stroller with a seat that faces either way. Suits parents who carry the stroller up stairs or onto transit a lot.
- Around 13 lb
- One-hand compact fold with carry handle
- Car seat adapters included
- Melio Cot 3 for newborns sold separately
- Not listed by the maker: basket size
City Mini GT3 or Melio?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the City Mini GT3 or the Melio?
The Cybex Melio weighs 13 lb, 8.6 lb less than the Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 (21.6 lb).
Which folds smaller, the City Mini GT3 or the Melio?
The Melio folds to about 5.1 cubic feet, versus 7.9 for the City Mini GT3.
Is the City Mini GT3 cheaper than the Melio?
Yes. The City Mini GT3 lists for $479.99 and the Melio for $599.95, a $119.96 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
City Mini GT3: With an infant car seat. Melio: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).
Which one lasts longer?
The City Mini GT3 seat holds more: 65 lb versus 55 lb.
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