Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew vs Silver Cross Wave 3
The Wave 3 is 4.3 lb lighter. The Fox 5 Renew lists for $200.99 less. The Wave 3 folds smaller (7.9 vs 8.4 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew | Silver Cross Wave 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,499Lowest price | $1,699.99 |
| Weight | 27.8 lb | 23.5 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 17.3 × 23.6 × 35.4 in8.4 cu ft | 37.4 × 23.6 × 15.6 in7.9 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 36.6 × 23.6 × 41.3 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 | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Seat size | 15.4 in wide | Not listed |
| Seat recline | Not listed | Flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Not listed |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Converts to a double | No | Yes |
| Basket | 22 lb, maker lists 45 L in specs and 39 L in box description; extendable panels | 33 lb, cup holder 12 ozBiggest basket |
| Car seat adapters | Bugaboo car seat adapters (a set is listed in the box; fits Bugaboo Turtle Air Shield by Nuna and other infant seats per Bugaboo adapter list) | 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, reversible seat, bassinet fabric with PureBreeze mattress, sun canopy, underseat basket, car seat adapters | chassis, main seat, bassinet, tandem seat + tandem adaptors, two bumper bars, rain cover, bug net |
| Sold as a travel system | Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew travel system (with Turtle Air) | Not listed |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Handlebar height | 36.2–42.5 in | 37-43 in |
| Wheels and suspension | Front 8.5 in, rear 12 in, puncture-proof | puncture-proof multi-terrain tires, four-way independent suspension |
| Canopy | Extendable UPF 50+ canopy with peek-a-boo window | fully extending ventilated hoods, UPF50+ (Silver Cross), pop-out sun visors |
Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew
A full-size stroller with large wheels and a one-piece standing fold.
- Large puncture-proof wheels
- One-hand self-standing fold
- 22 lb basket
- Heavy at about 27.8 lb
- Adapters sold separately
Fox 5 Renew 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 Fox 5 Renew or the Wave 3?
The Silver Cross Wave 3 weighs 23.5 lb, 4.3 lb less than the Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew (27.8 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Fox 5 Renew or the Wave 3?
The Wave 3 folds to about 7.9 cubic feet, versus 8.4 for the Fox 5 Renew.
Is the Fox 5 Renew cheaper than the Wave 3?
Yes. The Fox 5 Renew lists for $1,499 and the Wave 3 for $1,699.99, a $200.99 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Fox 5 Renew: 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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