Mima Xari vs Silver Cross Wave 3
The Wave 3 is 10.2 lb lighter. The Xari lists for $100 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Mima Xari | Silver Cross Wave 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,599.99Lowest price | $1,699.99 |
| Weight | 33.7 lb | 23.5 lbLightest |
| Folded size | Not listed | 37.4 × 23.6 × 15.6 in7.9 cu ft |
| Open size | Not listed | 43.7 × 23.5 × 43 in |
| Seat holds up to | 39.6 lb | 55 lbHolds the most |
| Seat layout | Not listed | Tandem (one behind the other) |
| Seats | Not listed | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | Not listed | 55 lb |
| Open width | Not listed | 23.5 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | Not listed | Car seats on Wave 3 connectors in main or secondary position (manual mentions secondary-position use); count not stated - check compatibility list |
| Seat setups | Not listed | 12 single and double modes out of the box; up to 30 with accessories, up to 3 riders |
| Standing board or bench | Not listed | No |
| From birth? | Yes, bassinet included | Yes, bassinet included |
| Newborn add-on | Not listed | Included bassinet (birth to 20 lb / 4-6 months; overnight-sleep approved); both seats from 6 months |
| Bassinet holds up to | Not listed | 20 lb |
| Seat recline | Not listed | Flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | Yes |
| Converts to a double | No | Yes |
| Basket | Not listed | 33 lb, cup holder 12 oz |
| Car seat adapters | car seat adapter included (compatibility list on Mima page) | Wave car seat adapters for Clek Liing; Cybex Aton/Aton Q/Cloud Q/Aton G/Cloud G; Maxi-Cosi Mico 30/Mico Max/Coral XP/Mico Luxe+; Nuna Pipa series |
| In the box | Not listed | chassis, main seat, bassinet, tandem seat + tandem adaptors, two bumper bars, rain cover, bug net |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | Not listed | 2024 |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable | 37-43 in |
| Wheels and suspension | Not listed | puncture-proof multi-terrain tires, four-way independent suspension |
| Canopy | triple-layer fan-style canopy | fully extending ventilated hoods, UPF50+ (Silver Cross), pop-out sun visors |
Ask the meadow
Xari or Wave 3?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Xari or the Wave 3?
The Silver Cross Wave 3 weighs 23.5 lb, 10.2 lb less than the Mima Xari (33.7 lb).
Is the Xari cheaper than the Wave 3?
Yes. The Xari lists for $1,599.99 and the Wave 3 for $1,699.99, a $100 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Xari: Yes, bassinet included. Wave 3: Yes, bassinet included.
Which one lasts longer?
The Wave 3 seat holds more: 55 lb versus 39.6 lb.
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