Chicco BravoFor2 vs Gaggle Compass Trio
The BravoFor2 is 8 lb lighter. The BravoFor2 lists for $70 less. The BravoFor2 folds smaller (8.5 vs 14.3 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco BravoFor2 | Gaggle Compass Trio | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $379.99Lowest price | $449.99 |
| Weight | 34 lbLightest | 42 lb |
| Folded size | 18 × 23.3 × 35 in8.5 cu ftSmallest fold | 53 × 22.8 × 20.5 in14.3 cu ft |
| Open size | 45 × 23.3 × 42 in | 58 × 22.8 × 40.8 in |
| Seat holds up to | 40 lb | 40 lb |
| Seat layout | Tandem (one behind the other) | Three seats |
| Seats | 2 | 3 |
| Each seat holds up to | Not listed | 40 lb |
| Total weight limit | 80 lb | Not listed |
| Open width | 23.3 in | 22.8 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | 1 Chicco infant car seat in the front seat position (front seat folds forward; rear spot is a bench seat/standing platform) | none (seats not for under 6 months; no car seat adapter listed) |
| Seat setups | Front seat + rear bench seat (rear-facing, 3-point harness) or + standing platform; front seat can hold a Chicco infant car seat | Not listed |
| Standing board or bench | Yes | No |
| Child height up to | 43 in | 45 inTallest limit |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | No, from about 6 months |
| Newborn add-on | Chicco infant car seat (KeyFit / Fit2) clicks onto the front seat via the removable child tray/infant car seat adapter; manual: children under 6 months ride in a Chicco infant car seat | Seats not suitable for children under 6 months |
| Seat recline | Partial | Partial |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | No |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Not listed |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Basket | 10 lb, Large basket with front and rear access | 15 lbBiggest basket |
| Car seats | All Chicco infant car seats (KeyFit, Fit2) via the included child tray/infant car seat adapter | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Not listed |
| In the box | Removable canopy, removable child tray/infant car seat adapter; parent tray with 2 cup holders | Not listed |
| Warranty | Not listed | 1 year |
| Wheels and suspension | 4 wheels; treaded rubber tires, 7 in front swivels / 9 in rear; all-wheel suspension | shock-absorbing all-terrain wheels with never-flat tires |
| Canopy | Large adjustable canopy on the front seat only | individual sun-blocking canopy |
Ask the meadow
BravoFor2 or Compass Trio?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the BravoFor2 or the Compass Trio?
The Chicco BravoFor2 weighs 34 lb, 8 lb less than the Gaggle Compass Trio (42 lb).
Which folds smaller, the BravoFor2 or the Compass Trio?
The BravoFor2 folds to about 8.5 cubic feet, versus 14.3 for the Compass Trio.
Is the BravoFor2 cheaper than the Compass Trio?
Yes. The BravoFor2 lists for $379.99 and the Compass Trio for $449.99, a $70 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
BravoFor2: With an infant car seat. Compass Trio: No, from about 6 months.
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 40 lb.
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