Bugaboo Donkey 6 vs Silver Cross Wave 3
The Wave 3 is 10.2 lb lighter. The Donkey 6 lists for $0.99 less. The Wave 3 folds smaller (7.9 vs 10.9 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Bugaboo Donkey 6 | Silver Cross Wave 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,699Lowest price | $1,699.99 |
| Weight | 33.7 lb | 23.5 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 22 × 24.2 × 35.4 in10.9 cu ft | 37.4 × 23.6 × 15.6 in7.9 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 34.2 × 23.6 × 43.7 in | 43.7 × 23.5 × 43 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lb | 55 lbHolds the most |
| Seat layout | Not listed | Tandem (one behind the other) |
| Seats | Not listed | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | Not listed | 55 lb |
| Open width | Not listed | 23.5 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | Not listed | Car seats on Wave 3 connectors in main or secondary position (manual mentions secondary-position use); count not stated - check compatibility list |
| Seat setups | Not listed | 12 single and double modes out of the box; up to 30 with accessories, up to 3 riders |
| Standing board or bench | Not listed | No |
| From birth? | Yes, bassinet included | Yes, bassinet included |
| Newborn add-on | Not listed | Included bassinet (birth to 20 lb / 4-6 months; overnight-sleep approved); both seats from 6 months |
| Bassinet holds up to | Not listed | 20 lb |
| Seat recline | Not listed | Flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Converts to a double | Yes | Yes |
| Basket | 33 lb, 70 L; plus side bag 22 lb on chassis in single mode | 33 lb, cup holder 12 oz |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | Wave car seat adapters for Clek Liing; Cybex Aton/Aton Q/Cloud Q/Aton G/Cloud G; Maxi-Cosi Mico 30/Mico Max/Coral XP/Mico Luxe+; Nuna Pipa series |
| Folds with the seat on | Yes | Not listed |
| In the box | base, seat, bassinet with PureBreeze mattress, sun canopy, underseat basket and side bag | chassis, main seat, bassinet, tandem seat + tandem adaptors, two bumper bars, rain cover, bug net |
| Sold as a travel system | Donkey 6 travel systems / Essentials bundle | Not listed |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Released | Not listed | 2024 |
| Handlebar height | 37.8–40.5 in | 37-43 in |
| Wheels and suspension | all-terrain, 10 in front / 12 in rear | puncture-proof multi-terrain tires, four-way independent suspension |
| Canopy | UPF 50+, peek-a-boo panel | fully extending ventilated hoods, UPF50+ (Silver Cross), pop-out sun visors |
Ask the meadow
Donkey 6 or Wave 3?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Donkey 6 or the Wave 3?
The Silver Cross Wave 3 weighs 23.5 lb, 10.2 lb less than the Bugaboo Donkey 6 (33.7 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Donkey 6 or the Wave 3?
The Wave 3 folds to about 7.9 cubic feet, versus 10.9 for the Donkey 6.
Is the Donkey 6 cheaper than the Wave 3?
Yes. The Donkey 6 lists for $1,699 and the Wave 3 for $1,699.99, a $0.99 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Donkey 6: Yes, bassinet included. Wave 3: Yes, bassinet included.
Which one lasts longer?
The Wave 3 seat holds more: 55 lb versus 50 lb.
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