Mountain Buggy Nano Duo vs Valco Baby Slim Twin
The Nano Duo is 5 lb lighter. The Nano Duo lists for $59.96 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Mountain Buggy Nano Duo | Valco Baby Slim Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $639.99Lowest price | $699.95 |
| Weight | 19 lbLightest | 24 lb |
| Folded size | Not listed | 14 × 26 × 28 in5.9 cu ft |
| Open size | Not listed | 31 × 26 × 41 in |
| Seat holds up to | 33 lb | 45 lbHolds the most |
| Seat layout | Side by side | Side by side |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | 33 lb | 45 lb |
| Open width | Not listed | 26 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | 1 or 2 infant car seats with car seat adaptor(s) ('adaptors for twins') | 1 infant car seat (adapter sold separately) |
| Seat setups | Not listed | independent one-hand recline |
| Standing board or bench | No | No |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | Yes, seat lies flat |
| Newborn add-on | From birth only with optional cocoon or infant car seat (spec: '0* - 3 years (* with optional cocoon or car seat only)') | Near-flat lowest recline with built-in cocoon for newborns; or 1 car seat via adapter |
| Seat recline | Partial | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | No |
| One-hand fold | No | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Basket | gear tray capacity 10 kg (maker gives no lb figure) | Not listed |
| Car seat adapters | Mountain Buggy car seat adaptor(s) | Valco car seat adapter (sold separately) |
| Folds with the seat on | Yes | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Not listed |
| Sold as a travel system | nano duo with accessory bundle (storm cover, sun cover, grab bar) $399 sale / $789.96 | Not listed |
| Warranty | Not listed | 1 year |
| Handlebar height | 40 in | Not listed |
| Wheels and suspension | 5 in EVA wheels; 2-mode front wheels (lock or swivel); rear suspension | Not listed |
| Canopy | UPF50+ sun hood with pull-out visor | 2-stage canopy extension, UPF 50+, magnetic peek-a-boo windows |
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Nano Duo or Slim Twin?
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Which is lighter, the Nano Duo or the Slim Twin?
The Mountain Buggy Nano Duo weighs 19 lb, 5 lb less than the Valco Baby Slim Twin (24 lb).
Is the Nano Duo cheaper than the Slim Twin?
Yes. The Nano Duo lists for $639.99 and the Slim Twin for $699.95, a $59.96 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Nano Duo: With an infant car seat. Slim Twin: Yes, seat lies flat.
Which one lasts longer?
The Slim Twin seat holds more: 45 lb versus 33 lb.
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