Chicco BravoFor2 vs Joovy Caboose UL
The Caboose UL is 7.5 lb lighter. The Caboose UL lists for $10 less. The BravoFor2 folds smaller (8.5 vs 10.4 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco BravoFor2 | Joovy Caboose UL | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $379.99 | $369.99Lowest price |
| Weight | 34 lb | 26.5 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 18 × 23.3 × 35 in8.5 cu ftSmallest fold | 45.3 × 24.8 × 16 in10.4 cu ft |
| Open size | 45 × 23.3 × 42 in | 40 × 22.5 × 42.5 in |
| Seat holds up to | 40 lb | 45 lbHolds the most |
| Seat layout | Tandem (one behind the other) | Tandem (one behind the other) |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | Not listed | 45 lb |
| Total weight limit | 80 lb | 90 lb |
| Open width | 23.3 in | 22.5 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) | 1 infant car seat via included universal car seat adapter |
| Seat setups | Front seat + rear bench seat (rear-facing, 3-point harness) or + standing platform; front seat can hold a Chicco infant car seat | reclining front seat + rear bench seat + standing platform |
| Standing board or bench | Yes | Yes |
| Child height up to | 43 in | 44 inTallest limit |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | With an infant car seat |
| 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 | Min age 3 months in seat; newborn with infant car seat on the included universal adapter |
| Seat recline | Partial | Partial |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | No |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| 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 |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | universal car seat adapter included |
| Brake | Foot brake | Foot brake |
| In the box | Removable canopy, removable child tray/infant car seat adapter; parent tray with 2 cup holders | universal car seat adapter, parent organizer |
| Wheels and suspension | 4 wheels; treaded rubber tires, 7 in front swivels / 9 in rear; all-wheel suspension | Not listed |
| Canopy | Large adjustable canopy on the front seat only | Not listed |
Ask the meadow
BravoFor2 or Caboose UL?
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 Caboose UL?
The Joovy Caboose UL weighs 26.5 lb, 7.5 lb less than the Chicco BravoFor2 (34 lb).
Which folds smaller, the BravoFor2 or the Caboose UL?
The BravoFor2 folds to about 8.5 cubic feet, versus 10.4 for the Caboose UL.
Is the Caboose UL cheaper than the BravoFor2?
Yes. The Caboose UL lists for $369.99 and the BravoFor2 for $379.99, a $10 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
BravoFor2: With an infant car seat. Caboose UL: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
The Caboose UL seat holds more: 45 lb versus 40 lb.
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