Bugaboo Butterfly 2 vs Thule Shine
The Butterfly 2 is 5.6 lb lighter. The Butterfly 2 lists for $0.95 less.
| Bugaboo Butterfly 2 | Thule Shine | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $599 | $599.95 (last listed) |
| Weight | 16 lbLightest | 21.6 lb |
| Folded size | Not listed | 13.8 × 20.5 × 27.2 in4.5 cu ft |
| Seat holds up to | Not listed | 49 lb |
| From birth? | Not listed | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Seat recline | Partial | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Not listed | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Not listed | Yes |
| Fits airline overhead bin | Not listed | No |
| Basket | Not listed | 22 lb, Rated about 10 kg |
| Car seats | Not listed | Thule Shine Infant Car Seat Adapter (sold separately); other brands via adapters |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Handlebar height | 40.3 in | 39-43 in |
| Wheels and suspension | front 5.5 in, rear 6 in | Four swivel, lockable wheels with all-wheel suspension |
| Canopy | Not listed | Extendable, UPF 50+, ventilated |
Thule Shine
A lightweight, compact-folding stroller with a reversible seat for city families who want something that still handles a newborn with add-ons.
- Light for its class at about 21.6 lb
- One-hand fold; stands on its own
- Reversible seat with near-flat recline
- Newborn use requires separately sold bassinet, inlay or nest
- Car seat adapter sold separately
Ask the meadow
Butterfly 2 or Shine?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Butterfly 2 or the Shine?
The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 weighs 16 lb, 5.6 lb less than the Thule Shine (21.6 lb).
Is the Butterfly 2 cheaper than the Shine?
Yes. The Butterfly 2 lists for $599 and the Shine for $599.95, a $0.95 difference. Sale prices change often.
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