Orbit Baby G5 vs Thule Charm
The Charm is 3.9 lb lighter. The Charm lists for $0.05 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Orbit Baby G5 | Thule Charm | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,200 | $1,199.95Lowest price |
| Weight | 33.4 lb | 29.5 lbLightest |
| Folded size | Not listed | 31.5 × 17 × 10 in3.1 cu ft |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lbHolds the most | 48.5 lb |
| Child height up to | 40 in | Not listed |
| From birth? | Yes, seat lies flat | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Seat size | 13.5 in wide, 21 in seat back | Not listed |
| Seat recline | Flat | Not listed |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Not listed | Yes |
| Converts to a double | Yes | No |
| Basket | Removable cargo basket with zippered side pockets; maker lists basket size 22 x 54 x 24 in | Expandable basket, Thule states 15 kg load capacity (no lb figure on US page) |
| Car seats | Orbit Baby G5+ Infant Car Seat and G5+ Toddler Car Seat (dock on SmartHub) | Matching infant car seats with adapters (sold separately) |
| Car seat adapters | Orbit Baby Car Seat Stroller Adapter ($60) for Maxi-Cosi, Cybex and Nuna infant seats | Thule Charm car seat adapters ($64.95); optional Thule Charm bassinet sold separately |
| Folds with the seat on | No | Not listed |
| In the box | G5 frame, G5 stroller seat, 2 front + 2 rear wheels, detachable snack tray, cargo basket, support bar, memory foam infant insert, UPF sunshade, shoulder pads | chassis with basket, reversible seat with bumper bar, newborn insert |
| Sold as a travel system | G5 Stroll & Lounge (+ Travel Bassinet, $1,600), Stroll & Ride (+ G5+ Infant Car Seat, from $1,700), Stroll, Lounge & Ride ($2,050); retailers sell 'Stroll & Sleep' and 'Stroll, Sleep & Ride' bundles | Thule Charm 2 in 1 (stroller + bassinet, $1,499.95) |
| Warranty | 2 years | Not listed |
| Released | Not listed | 2026 |
| Handlebar height | 40-46.5 in | 6 positions in |
| Wheels and suspension | QuadShock all-wheel suspension | Foam-filled wheels |
| Canopy | UPF sunshade (maker gives no UPF number on page) | Large extendable canopy |
Thule Charm
A full-size stroller with a reversible seat and a one-hand self-standing fold.
- Reversible seat
- One-hand fold that stands up
- Optional bassinet
- 29.5 lb
- Bassinet and adapters sold separately
Ask the meadow
G5 or Charm?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the G5 or the Charm?
The Thule Charm weighs 29.5 lb, 3.9 lb less than the Orbit Baby G5 (33.4 lb).
Is the Charm cheaper than the G5?
Yes. The Charm lists for $1,199.95 and the G5 for $1,200, a $0.05 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
G5: Yes, seat lies flat. Charm: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).
Which one lasts longer?
The G5 seat holds more: 50 lb versus 48.5 lb.
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