Valco Baby Slim Twin vs Zoe Twin v3
The Slim Twin is 1 lb lighter. The Twin v3 lists for $100.95 less. The Twin v3 folds smaller (5.2 vs 5.9 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Valco Baby Slim Twin | Zoe Twin v3 | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $699.95 | $599Lowest price |
| Weight | 24 lbLightest | 25 lb |
| Folded size | 14 × 26 × 28 in5.9 cu ft | 27 × 30 × 11 in5.2 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 31 × 26 × 41 in | 33 × 30 × 42 in |
| Seat holds up to | 45 lb | 60 lbHolds the most |
| Seat layout | Side by side | Side by side |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Each seat holds up to | 45 lb | 60 lb |
| Open width | 26 in | 30 in |
| Infant car seats that fit | 1 infant car seat (adapter sold separately) | 1 infant car seat, 'in one seat at a time' (adapter sold separately) |
| Seat setups | independent one-hand recline | double; expands to triple (Trio add-on seat $249) or quad (Tribe add-on seat $299) |
| Standing board or bench | No | No |
| From birth? | Yes, seat lies flat | Yes, seat lies flat |
| Newborn add-on | Near-flat lowest recline with built-in cocoon for newborns; or 1 car seat via adapter | Both seats newborn-compatible with included Infant Cocoons and 155-degree near-flat recline; or 1 car seat via adapter |
| Seat size | Not listed | 11 in wide, 18.5 in seat back |
| Seat recline | Near-flat | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | No |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Not listed |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Basket | Not listed | 22 lb, basket 22 W x 7 D x 18 L in |
| Car seat adapters | Valco car seat adapter (sold separately) | Zoe Twin/Trio/Tribe car seat adapters (UPPAbaby; Nuna; Graco/Chicco), sold separately |
| In the box | Not listed | double belly bar, two child cup holders, child snack cup, harness shoulder pads, storage basket, infant cocoons |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Handlebar height | Not listed | 39 / 41.5 / 42.5 in |
| Wheels and suspension | Not listed | 7 in rear, 6 in front; optional All-Terrain Wheels ($70) |
| Canopy | 2-stage canopy extension, UPF 50+, magnetic peek-a-boo windows | 4-panel expandable canopy, UPF 50+ |
Ask the meadow
Slim Twin or Twin v3?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Slim Twin or the Twin v3?
The Valco Baby Slim Twin weighs 24 lb, 1 lb less than the Zoe Twin v3 (25 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Slim Twin or the Twin v3?
The Twin v3 folds to about 5.2 cubic feet, versus 5.9 for the Slim Twin.
Is the Twin v3 cheaper than the Slim Twin?
Yes. The Twin v3 lists for $599 and the Slim Twin for $699.95, a $100.95 difference. Sale prices change often.
Can both be used from birth?
Slim Twin: Yes, seat lies flat. Twin v3: Yes, seat lies flat.
Which one lasts longer?
The Twin v3 seat holds more: 60 lb versus 45 lb.
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