Britax Prism vs Joie Poppy Whirl

The Poppy Whirl is 1.3 lb lighter. The Poppy Whirl lists for $30 less. The Poppy Whirl folds smaller (6.2 vs 10.3 cu ft).

Only the differences are shown.

Britax PrismJoie Poppy Whirl
List price$479.99$449.99Lowest price
Weight24.4 lb23.1 lbLightest
Folded size37.4 × 23.6 × 20.1 in10.3 cu ft16 × 21 × 32 in6.2 cu ftSmallest fold
Open size35.4 × 23.6 × 46.1 in31 × 21 × 40 in
Seat holds up to50 lb50 lb
From birth?Yes, with bassinet (sold separately)Yes, with bassinet (sold separately)
Seat size11.6 in wideNot listed
Seat faces you or the worldYesYes
One-hand foldNot listedYes
Stands when foldedNot listedYes
Converts to a doubleNoNo
Basket22 lb, Extra-large basket holds up to 22 lbNot listed
Car seatsNot listedJoie infant car seat (sold separately)
Car seat adaptersAdapters included for select infant car seats and the Britax Zinnia bassinet (see Britax compatibility chart)ring adapter for infant car seat included (Joie mint latch, rue); Joie carry cot sold separately
BrakeNot listedFoot brake
In the boxAll-season seat insert, car seat adapters, parent cup holder, 360-degree swiveling bumper barstroller, ring adapter for infant car seat, cup holder
Sold as a travel systemPrism Travel Systempoppy whirl & mint latch ($729.99); poppy whirl & rue; poppy whirl with carry cot
Warranty2 yearsNot listed
Handlebar heightAdjustable3 heights in
Wheels and suspensionAll-terrain wheelsFour 360-degree Whirl wheels, all-wheel suspension
CanopyUPF 50+ water-resistant expandable canopyExtendable UPF 50+ water-repellent canopy with peekaboo window

Britax Prism

    Joie Poppy Whirl

    A multi-mode stroller with four 360-degree spinning wheels and a reversible seat.

    • Spinning wheels
    • One-hand self-standing fold
    • 3 recline options
    • Not listed by the maker: weight and dimensions
    Ask the meadow

    Prism or Poppy Whirl?

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

    Which is lighter, the Prism or the Poppy Whirl?

    The Joie Poppy Whirl weighs 23.1 lb, 1.3 lb less than the Britax Prism (24.38 lb).

    Which folds smaller, the Prism or the Poppy Whirl?

    The Poppy Whirl folds to about 6.2 cubic feet, versus 10.3 for the Prism.

    Is the Poppy Whirl cheaper than the Prism?

    Yes. The Poppy Whirl lists for $449.99 and the Prism for $479.99, a $30 difference. Sale prices change often.

    Can both be used from birth?

    Prism: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately). Poppy Whirl: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).

    Which one lasts longer?

    Both seats hold up to 50 lb.

    Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.