Guava Family Roam Double vs Mountain Buggy Duet
The Roam Double is 0.5 lb lighter. The Duet lists for $29.96 less. The Duet folds smaller (6.1 vs 7.7 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Guava Family Roam Double | Mountain Buggy Duet | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,099.95 | $1,069.99Lowest price |
| Weight | 36.5 lbLightest | 37 lb |
| Folded size | 17.3 × 25.8 × 30.1 in7.7 cu ft | 12 × 25 × 35 in6.1 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 52 × 31 × 42 in | 45 × 25 × 41 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lbHolds the most | 40 lb |
| Seat layout | Side by side | Side by side |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | 50 lb | 40 lb |
| Open width | 31 in | 25.5 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | none yet - maker: 'Car seat adapters are not available yet' | 1 or 2 infant car seats (Mountain Buggy protect car seat/s with adaptors, sold separately) |
| Standing board or bench | No | No |
| From birth? | No, from about 6 months | Yes, seat lies flat |
| Newborn add-on | Recommended starting age 6 months+ | Lie-flat fabric sling seat for newborns; carrycot plus (sold separately) or infant car seat(s) with adaptors |
| Seat size | Not listed | 13 in wide, 20 in seat back |
| Seat recline | Not listed | Flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | No |
| One-hand fold | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Basket | Not listed | 22 lb, gear tray with zip pockets 10 kg / 22 lbs |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | Mountain Buggy car seat adaptors (sold separately) |
| Folds with the seat on | Not listed | Yes |
| Brake | Not listed | Hand brake |
| In the box | Not listed | buggy, parenting satchel with change mat and satchel clips, reversible liners, detachable grab bar, bottle holder |
| Warranty | Not listed | 3 years |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable | 34.3-47.2 in |
| Wheels and suspension | all-terrain; nesting wheel design | 10 in aeromaxx puncture-proof tires; front wheels lock or full swivel; suspension |
| Canopy | Not listed | individual UPF50+ sun hoods with pull-out mesh visors and magnetic peek-a-boo flaps |
Ask the meadow
Roam Double or Duet?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Roam Double or the Duet?
The Guava Family Roam Double weighs 36.5 lb, 0.5 lb less than the Mountain Buggy Duet (37 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Roam Double or the Duet?
The Duet folds to about 6.1 cubic feet, versus 7.7 for the Roam Double.
Is the Duet cheaper than the Roam Double?
Yes. The Duet lists for $1,069.99 and the Roam Double for $1,099.95, a $29.96 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Roam Double: No, from about 6 months. Duet: Yes, seat lies flat.
Which one lasts longer?
The Roam Double seat holds more: 50 lb versus 40 lb.
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