Joie Chive vs Mompush Ultimate 3
The Chive is 0.8 lb lighter. The Chive folds smaller (6.6 vs 7.5 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Joie Chive | Mompush Ultimate 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $499.99 | $499.99 |
| Weight | 27.5 lbLightest | 28.3 lb |
| Folded size | 13.8 × 25.6 × 32.3 in6.6 cu ftSmallest fold | 16.5 × 25 × 31.3 in7.5 cu ft |
| Open size | 42.5 × 25.5 × 43 in | 38.2 × 25 × 43.7 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| From birth? | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Bassinet holds up to | Not listed | 20 lb |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Converts to a double | Yes | No |
| Basket | Not listed | 13.2 lb, Maker: 11.78-gal basket |
| Car seat adapters | car seat adapters included for Joie infant car seats (rue, mint latch, rue lx spin); sibling seat and Joie carry cot sold separately | Car Seat Adapter for Ultimate 3 ($39.99): select Maxi-Cosi Mico AP/XP/30/Max 30 and Nuna Pipa/Pipa Lite |
| Folds with the seat on | Not listed | Yes |
| In the box | stroller, cup holder, car seat adapters | Frame, seat, wheels, seasonal liner, belly bar, harness covers, rain cover, foot cover, cup holder (+ bassinet and mattress in With Bassinet version) |
| Sold as a travel system | chive and rue / chive and mint latch / chive and rue lx spin; chive with carry cot | 'With Bassinet' 2-in-1 version $599.99 |
| Warranty | Not listed | 4 years |
| Released | 2025 | 2026 |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable | 40.94-43.7 in |
| Wheels and suspension | PunctureProof all-terrain rubber tires, lockable front swivel wheels; front wheel, in-seat and frame suspension | Never-flat all-terrain wheels, 7.7 in front / 11.8 in rear, suspension (soft/firm modes per maker comparison table) |
| Canopy | expandable canopy, UPF 50+ (Joie) | Extendable UPF 50+ canopy with mesh vents, height-adjustable (2 settings) |
Ask the meadow
Chive or Ultimate 3?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Chive or the Ultimate 3?
The Joie Chive weighs 27.5 lb, 0.8 lb less than the Mompush Ultimate 3 (28.3 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Chive or the Ultimate 3?
The Chive folds to about 6.6 cubic feet, versus 7.5 for the Ultimate 3.
Can both be used from birth?
Chive: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately). Ultimate 3: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 50 lb.
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