Bugaboo Donkey 5 Twin vs Bumbleride Indie Twin
The Indie Twin is 8.7 lb lighter. The Indie Twin lists for $1,270 less. The Indie Twin folds smaller (7.5 vs 12.2 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Bugaboo Donkey 5 Twin | Bumbleride Indie Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $2,369 (last listed) | $1,099 |
| Weight | 44.7 lb | 36 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 20.5 × 29.1 × 35.4 in12.2 cu ft | 32.5 × 29.5 × 13.5 in7.5 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 33.5 × 29.1 × 43.7 in | Not listed |
| Seat holds up to | 50.71 lb | Not listed |
| Seat layout | Side by side | Side by side |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | 50 lb | Not listed |
| Total weight limit | Not listed | 90 lb |
| Open width | 29.1 in | Not listed |
| Infant car seats that fit | Not listed | 1 or 2 infant car seats (Clek, Maxi-Cosi, Cybex, Nuna) with Indie Twin Car Seat Adapter Single ($65) or Set ($110) |
| Seat setups | mono, duo, twin | independent seats; infant mode per seat |
| Standing board or bench | No | No |
| From birth? | Yes, bassinet included | Yes, seat lies flat |
| Newborn add-on | Two bassinets included | Infant mode (lowest recline, footrest raised, sidewalls attached) for babies under 6 months; Indie Twin Bassinet ($269) or car seat(s) also available |
| Seat size | Not listed | 11.5 in wide, 19 in seat back |
| Seat recline | Not listed | Flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | No |
| One-hand fold | No | Not listed |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Converts to a double | Yes | Not listed |
| Basket | 22.05 lb, Underseat basket, 9.25 galBiggest basket | 20 lb, cargo basket 17 x 23 x 11 in |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | Indie Twin Car Seat Adapter, Single or Set - Clek, Maxi-Cosi, Cybex, Nuna |
| Folds with the seat on | Yes | Yes |
| In the box | stroller base, two seats, two bassinets, two sun canopies, rain covers, side luggage basket and underseat basket | air pump, wrist strap |
| Sold as a travel system | Not listed | Indie Twin + Clek Liing (single or twin) travel systems; bassinet bundles (1 or 2 bassinets) |
| Handlebar height | 33.86–41.73 in | 26-46 in |
| Wheels and suspension | All-terrain puncture-proof; 10 in front, 12 in rear | Four 12 in air-filled wheels with suspension |
| Canopy | Extendable with peekaboo window | UPF 45+ canopy with pop-out extension |
Bugaboo Donkey 5 Twin
A side-by-side double that converts between single, mixed-age duo and twin setups, with a bassinet for newborns.
- Converts between single, duo and twin
- Self-standing fold
- Puncture-proof tires
- List price $2,369
- Heavy at nearly 45 lb
Bumbleride Indie Twin
A side-by-side twin stroller with large air-filled wheels and a cork handlebar.
- 20 lb basket
- Adjustable handlebar
- Self-standing fold
- 36 lb
- Wide at 29.5 in
Donkey 5 Twin or Indie Twin?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Donkey 5 Twin or the Indie Twin?
The Bumbleride Indie Twin weighs 36 lb, 8.7 lb less than the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Twin (44.71 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Donkey 5 Twin or the Indie Twin?
The Indie Twin folds to about 7.5 cubic feet, versus 12.2 for the Donkey 5 Twin.
Is the Indie Twin cheaper than the Donkey 5 Twin?
Yes. The Indie Twin lists for $1,099 and the Donkey 5 Twin for $2,369, a $1,270 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Donkey 5 Twin: Yes, bassinet included. Indie Twin: Yes, seat lies flat.
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