Graco Modes Nest2Grow vs Joie Chive

The Chive is 3.1 lb lighter. The Modes Nest2Grow lists for $20 less. The Chive folds smaller (6.6 vs 11.4 cu ft).

Only the differences are shown.

Graco Modes Nest2GrowJoie Chive
List price$479.99Lowest price$499.99
Weight30.6 lb27.5 lbLightest
Folded size37.8 × 25.5 × 20.5 in11.4 cu ft13.8 × 25.6 × 32.3 in6.6 cu ftSmallest fold
Open size43 × 26.4 × 44.5 in42.5 × 25.5 × 43 in
Seat holds up to50 lb50 lb
From birth?Yes, with bassinet (sold separately)Yes, with bassinet (sold separately)
Seat faces you or the worldYesYes
One-hand foldNoNot listed
Stands when foldedYesYes
Fits airline overhead binNoNot listed
Converts to a doubleYesYes
Car seatsGraco infant car seats (SnugRide, SnugLock) without an adapterNot listed
Car seat adaptersNot listedcar seat adapters included for Joie infant car seats (rue, mint latch, rue lx spin); sibling seat and Joie carry cot sold separately
In the boxNot listedstroller, cup holder, car seat adapters
Sold as a travel systemModes Nest2Grow Travel System (SnugRide 35 Lite LX); Premier Modes Nest2Grow 4-in-1 (Midtown) is the Graco Premier trimchive and rue / chive and mint latch / chive and rue lx spin; chive with carry cot
Warranty1 yearNot listed
ReleasedNot listed2025
Handlebar heightAdjustableAdjustable
Wheels and suspensionNot listedPunctureProof all-terrain rubber tires, lockable front swivel wheels; front wheel, in-seat and frame suspension
CanopyExpandable, 2 positionsexpandable canopy, UPF 50+ (Joie)

Graco Modes Nest2Grow

A Graco stroller that starts as a single and takes a second Nest2Grow seat for a second child. Fits Graco infant car seats with no adapter.

  • Converts to a double with a second seat (sold separately)
  • Reversible seat
  • Graco infant car seats fit without adapters
  • Heavy at 30.6 lb
  • Fold takes two hands

Joie Chive

    Ask the meadow

    Modes Nest2Grow or Chive?

    Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

    Which is lighter, the Modes Nest2Grow or the Chive?

    The Joie Chive weighs 27.5 lb, 3.1 lb less than the Graco Modes Nest2Grow (30.6 lb).

    Which folds smaller, the Modes Nest2Grow or the Chive?

    The Chive folds to about 6.6 cubic feet, versus 11.4 for the Modes Nest2Grow.

    Is the Modes Nest2Grow cheaper than the Chive?

    Yes. The Modes Nest2Grow lists for $479.99 and the Chive for $499.99, a $20 difference. Sale prices change often.

    Can both be used from birth?

    Modes Nest2Grow: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately). Chive: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).

    Which one lasts longer?

    Both seats hold up to 50 lb.

    Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.