Joie Chive

The Joie Chive weighs 27.5 lb, folds to 6.6 cu ft, and holds a child up to 50 lb, per Joie. It works from birth with a bassinet sold separately. The seat faces you or the world, and the stroller converts to a double with a second seat.

  • $499.99List price
  • 27.5 lbWeight
  • 6.6 cu ftFolded
  • 50 lbHolds up to

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How the Chive stacks up

Against the 95 full-size strollers we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.

Weight27.5 lb42nd lightest of 74

Within the typical range for full-size strollers (24.1 lb to 28.8 lb).

This one
18.4 lbmiddle 26.8 lb42.5 lb
Folded size6.6 cu ft14th smallest fold of 61

Below the typical range for full-size strollers (6.9 cu ft to 9.1 cu ft).

This one
3.1 cu ftmiddle 7.7 cu ft12.3 cu ft
Child weight limit50 lb18th highest weight limit of 87

The same as most full-size strollers (50 lb).

This one
39.6 lbmiddle 50 lb65 lb
Price$499.9922nd lowest price of 70

Within the typical range for full-size strollers ($479.99 to $999.99).

This one
$229.99middle $699.95$1,699.99

What sets the Chive apart

Measured against the 95 full-size strollers we compare, from each maker's published specs.

  • Converts to a double26 of the 93 full-size strollers with this listed have it
  • 14th smallest foldof the 61 full-size strollers with it published: 6.6 cu ft
  • Weight: 27.5 lbin the middle half of the 74 full-size strollers that publish it (24.1 lb to 28.8 lb)

Next to its closest matches

  • Mompush Ultimate 3Next to it, the Chive is 0.8 lb lighter; 0.9 cu ft smaller folded; has converts to a double (the Ultimate 3 doesn't).
  • Zoe JourneyNext to it, the Chive is 1.1 lb heavier; 0.8 cu ft smaller folded; 1.5 lb higher limit.
  • Mockingbird Single 3.0Next to it, the Chive is 0.5 lb heavier; 1.6 cu ft smaller folded; has converts to a double (the Single 3.0 doesn't).

Infant car seats and the Chive

1 infant car seat on Cribpicks from 1 brand is named with the Chive in a maker's fit list.

Car seatHow it is listed
Joie rue LX SpinNamed by Joie, no adapter

Matched by brand and model name. Fit can depend on the model year, so check yours with both makers.

Chive: from newborn to toddler

StageWhat Joie lists
From birthYes, with bassinet (sold separately)
Seat facesYou or the world (reversible)
Seat holdsUp to 50 lb
Second childConverts to carry two

Limits as the maker lists them. Follow the manual for your stroller.

Where to buy the Chive

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good to know
  • Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: CPSC recall search.
  • Use and supervision: follow the maker's warnings on the product, and see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Full specs

Joie Chive
List price$499.99
Weight27.5 lb
Folded size13.8 × 25.6 × 32.3 in6.6 cu ft
Open size42.5 × 25.5 × 43 in
Seat holds up to50 lb
From birth?Yes, with bassinet (sold separately)
Seat faces you or the worldYes
Stands when foldedYes
Converts to a doubleYes
Car seat adapterscar seat adapters included for Joie infant car seats (rue, mint latch, rue lx spin); sibling seat and Joie carry cot sold separately
In the boxstroller, cup holder, car seat adapters
Sold as a travel systemchive and rue / chive and mint latch / chive and rue lx spin; chive with carry cot
Released2025
Handlebar heightAdjustable
Wheels and suspensionPunctureProof all-terrain rubber tires, lockable front swivel wheels; front wheel, in-seat and frame suspension
Canopyexpandable canopy, UPF 50+ (Joie)

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How each closest rival differs from the Chive, from the makers' specs.

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Chive: questions answered

From Joie's published specs, last checked 2026-11-06.

How much does the Joie Chive weigh?

The Joie Chive weighs 27.5 lb. The lightest full-size stroller we track is the Nuna TRIV next at 18.4 lb.

How big is the Joie Chive when folded?

It folds to 13.8 × 25.6 × 32.3 in, about 6.6 cubic feet. It stands on its own when folded. Compare folded sizes of all full-size strollers.

Can you use the Joie Chive from birth?

Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).

What is the weight limit of the Joie Chive?

The seat holds a child up to 50 lb.

Can the Joie Chive be converted to a double stroller?

Yes, with a second seat or bassinet sold separately.

How much does the Joie Chive cost?

The maker's US list price is $499.99. Sale prices change often, so check the retailer.

What's the difference between the Joie Chive and the Mompush Ultimate 3?

By the specs, the Chive is 0.8 lb lighter. See the Chive and Ultimate 3 side by side.

Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.

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