Contours Options V2 vs Joovy Big Caboose
The Big Caboose is 4.2 lb lighter. The Options V2 lists for $50 less. The Big Caboose folds smaller (11.6 vs 16.7 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Contours Options V2 | Joovy Big Caboose | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $449.99Lowest price | $499.99 |
| Weight | 35 lb | 30.8 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 25 × 26 × 44.5 in16.7 cu ft | 61 × 22 × 15 in11.6 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 53.5 × 26 × 45 in | 54 × 22 × 42 in |
| Seat holds up to | 40 lb | 40 lb |
| Seat layout | Tandem (one behind the other) | Tandem (one behind the other) |
| Seats | 2 | 3 |
| Each seat holds up to | Not listed | 40 lb |
| Total weight limit | 80 lb | Not listed |
| Open width | 26 in | 22 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | Up to 2 infant car seats with Contours adapters (sold separately); chart: 29 car seat models | Up to 2 infant car seats (two universal car seat adapters included) |
| Seat setups | 9 seating modes (maker comparison chart, with accessories) | two full-size reclining seats + rear bench seat/standing platform; optional Big Caboose Rear Seat converts bench to a third seat |
| Standing board or bench | No | Yes |
| Child height up to | 40 in | Not listed |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | With an infant car seat |
| Newborn add-on | Infant car seat(s) on Contours adapters; seat unit not suitable under 6 months (manual) | Min age 6 months in seat; newborn with infant car seat on included adapters |
| Seat recline | Partial | Partial |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | No |
| One-hand fold | No | Not listed |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Basket | 10 lb, Extra-large basket | 15 lbBiggest basket |
| Car seat adapters | Contours infant car seat adapters: ZY064 Britax, ZY065 Chicco, ZY067 Graco, ZY066 Cybex/Maxi-Cosi/Nuna, ZY068 Universal (sold separately) | two universal car seat adapters included |
| Folds with the seat on | Yes | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Not listed |
| In the box | Not listed | two universal car seat adapters, two front child trays with cup holders, parent organizer |
| Warranty | 1 year | Not listed |
| Handlebar height | Fixed | Not listed |
| Wheels and suspension | Swiveling front wheels (lockable) with front-wheel suspension | Not listed |
| Canopy | Canopies with flip-out sun visor and peek-a-boo windows | front canopies plus rear passenger sun shade |
Ask the meadow
Options V2 or Big Caboose?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Options V2 or the Big Caboose?
The Joovy Big Caboose weighs 30.8 lb, 4.2 lb less than the Contours Options V2 (35 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Options V2 or the Big Caboose?
The Big Caboose folds to about 11.6 cubic feet, versus 16.7 for the Options V2.
Is the Options V2 cheaper than the Big Caboose?
Yes. The Options V2 lists for $449.99 and the Big Caboose for $499.99, a $50 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Options V2: With an infant car seat. Big Caboose: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 40 lb.
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