Chicco Corso Primo vs Cybex Balios S Lux
The Balios S Lux is 0.2 lb lighter. The Corso Primo lists for $99.96 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Chicco Corso Primo | Cybex Balios S Lux | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $599.99Lowest price | $699.95 |
| Weight | 26 lb | 25.8 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 15.5 × 24.8 × 32 in7.1 cu ftSmallest fold | 17.3 × 23.8 × 30.3 in7.2 cu ft |
| Open size | 34.5 × 24.8 × 42.8 in | 35.6 × 23.6 × 42.5 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lb | 55 lbHolds the most |
| From birth? | Yes, seat lies flat | With an infant car seat |
| Seat recline | Partial | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Converts to a double | No | No |
| Basket | 10 lb, Zip & Stash basket with zippered compartment; 10 lb max (manual) | 22 lbBiggest basket |
| Car seats | All Chicco infant car seats (KeyFit family, Fit2, etc.) via the included infant car seat adapter; manual says use only Chicco infant car seats | Not listed |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | car seat adapters included (CYBEX infant seats) |
| Folds with the seat on | Yes | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Not listed |
| In the box | Modular toddler seat, canopy, child tray, Corso infant seat insert, infant car seat adapter, Stash parent organizer, parent cup holder | frame with wheels, seat unit, shopping basket, bumper bar, sun canopy, rain cover, cup holder, car seat adapters |
| Sold as a travel system | Corso Primo ClearTex Travel System (with KeyFit Max Zip) | Not listed |
| Handlebar height | 39.5–44.5 in | Adjustable |
| Wheels and suspension | 8.3" front / 10.3" rear | never-flat all-terrain wheels, front + frame-based rear suspension |
| Canopy | UPF 50+ canopy with flip-open mesh panel and pull-out visor | XXL extendable UPF50+ with mesh window |
Ask the meadow
Corso Primo or Balios S Lux?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Corso Primo or the Balios S Lux?
The Cybex Balios S Lux weighs 25.8 lb, 0.2 lb less than the Chicco Corso Primo (26 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Corso Primo or the Balios S Lux?
The Corso Primo folds to about 7.1 cubic feet, versus 7.2 for the Balios S Lux.
Is the Corso Primo cheaper than the Balios S Lux?
Yes. The Corso Primo lists for $599.99 and the Balios S Lux for $699.95, a $99.96 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Corso Primo: Yes, seat lies flat. Balios S Lux: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
The Balios S Lux seat holds more: 55 lb versus 50 lb.
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