Joie Caraway Whirl vs Mompush Velo
The Velo is 4.6 lb lighter. The Velo lists for $20 less. The Velo folds smaller (1.6 vs 5.9 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Joie Caraway Whirl | Mompush Velo | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $319.99 | $299.99Lowest price |
| Weight | 21.6 lb | 17 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 16 × 20.5 × 31 in5.9 cu ft | 17.1 × 8.3 × 20.1 in1.6 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 32 × 20.5 × 42 in | 33.1 × 17.7 × 39.4 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | Yes, seat lies flat |
| Newborn add-on | Joie infant car seat (sold separately) | Built-in newborn foot cover |
| Seat recline | Partial | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | Not listed |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Fits airline overhead bin | Not listed | Yes |
| Basket | Not listed | 13.2 lb |
| Car seats | Joie infant car seats click on (maker); full list in Joie stroller compatibility chart | Not listed |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | Car Seat Adapter for Velo ($49.99, sold separately); compatible seats not listed on the page |
| Carry strap or handle | Not listed | Yes |
| Travel bag included | Not listed | Yes |
| Brake | Foot brake | Not listed |
| In the box | caraway whirl 2-in-1 stroller, cup holder, instruction manual | Rain cover, dust (storage) bag |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable | 39.37 in |
| Wheels and suspension | Four 360-degree Whirl wheels; rear wheels can be locked straight | 5.1 in front, 5.5 in rear, PU tires |
| Canopy | Expanding water-repellent canopy, UPF 50+, ventilation panels | UPF 50+ four-panel canopy |
Mompush Velo
A compact travel stroller with lie-flat style recline and a large basket.
- 13.2 lb basket
- One-hand fold
- Recline up to 170 degrees
- 17 lb
Caraway Whirl or Velo?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Caraway Whirl or the Velo?
The Mompush Velo weighs 16.98 lb, 4.6 lb less than the Joie Caraway Whirl (21.6 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Caraway Whirl or the Velo?
The Velo folds to about 1.6 cubic feet, versus 5.9 for the Caraway Whirl.
Is the Velo cheaper than the Caraway Whirl?
Yes. The Velo lists for $299.99 and the Caraway Whirl for $319.99, a $20 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Caraway Whirl: With an infant car seat. Velo: Yes, seat lies flat.
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 50 lb.
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