Joie nutmeg vs Joovy Kooper
The Kooper is 0.3 lb lighter. The Kooper lists for $10 less. The nutmeg folds smaller (4.1 vs 4.5 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Joie nutmeg | Joovy Kooper | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $239.99 | $229.99Lowest price |
| Weight | 16.3 lb | 16 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 12 × 19.5 × 30.5 in4.1 cu ftSmallest fold | 29.3 × 21 × 12.5 in4.5 cu ft |
| Open size | 34.5 × 19.5 × 42 in | 34.5 × 21 × 41 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lb | 55 lbHolds the most |
| From birth? | Yes, seat lies flat | With an infant car seat |
| Newborn add-on | None needed per maker: 'near-flat recline with occupant retention' from birth; or rue / mint LATCH infant car seat | Universal Car Seat Adapter (sold separately) |
| Seat recline | Near-flat | Partial |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Not listed | Yes |
| Basket | Not listed | 15 lb |
| Car seats | Joie rue and mint LATCH infant car seats | Not listed |
| Car seat adapters | Not listed | joovy Universal Car Seat Adapter (sold separately) |
| Brake | Foot brake | Foot brake |
| In the box | nutmeg stroller, cup holder, instruction manual | Swing-open snack tray with cup holders |
| Sold as a travel system | nutmeg + mint latch / rue / rue lx spin travel systems | Not listed |
| Warranty | Not listed | 0.3 years |
| Canopy | Full-coverage, UPF 50+, water-repellent canopy | Oversized canopy, UPF 50+ |
Ask the meadow
nutmeg or Kooper?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the nutmeg or the Kooper?
The Joovy Kooper weighs 16 lb, 0.3 lb less than the Joie nutmeg (16.25 lb).
Which folds smaller, the nutmeg or the Kooper?
The nutmeg folds to about 4.1 cubic feet, versus 4.5 for the Kooper.
Is the Kooper cheaper than the nutmeg?
Yes. The Kooper lists for $229.99 and the nutmeg for $239.99, a $10 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
nutmeg: Yes, seat lies flat. Kooper: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
The Kooper seat holds more: 55 lb versus 50 lb.
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