Chicco Bravino vs Chicco Bravino Plus
The Chicco Bravino is 0.5 lb lighter by its maker's figure (20.5 lb to 21 lb). The Chicco Bravino Plus is newborn-ready as sold; the Chicco Bravino needs a bassinet, insert or infant car seat for the first months. At the makers' own prices the Chicco Bravino is about $50 less.
Chicco
Chicco Bravino
Over by 7 in (3 sides over)
~$230
The Bravino weighs 20.5 lb and folds one-handed to 16 x 20 x 28.3 inches, standing on its wheels.
Best for: A lighter second stroller for the trunk, bought on a small budget
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Chicco
Chicco Bravino Plus
Over by 7 in (3 sides over)
~$280
Where the Bravino has a plain seat, the Plus has a lie-flat pramette mode for infants and four recline positions.
Best for: A light stroller that lies flat for a young infant
Check price on Amazon| Specification | Chicco Bravino | Chicco Bravino Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Approx. price | ~$230 | ~$280 |
| Type | Lightweight & umbrella | Lightweight & umbrella |
| Weight | 20.5 lb | 21 lb |
| Newborn lift weight | not published | 21 lb (seat is from birth) |
| Newborn option | Newborns ride in an infant car seat | Seat is rated from birth |
| Folded size | 16 x 20 x 28.3 in | 16 x 20 x 28.3 in |
| Carry-on check | Over by 7 in (3 sides over) | Over by 7 in (3 sides over) |
| Folded box | 5.24 cu ft | 5.24 cu ft |
| Unfolded size | 35 x 20 x 42 in | 35 x 20 x 42 in |
| Fold | One-hand fold, stands when folded | One-hand fold, stands when folded |
| Handlebar height | up to 41.5 in | up to 41.5 in |
| Max child weight | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| Recline | 3 positions (Chicco: 3-position recline; 2-position leg rest) | 4 positions (Chicco: 4-position recline; lie-flat pramette mode) |
| Car seats | 1 seat family: 1 click in directly | 1 seat family: 1 click in directly |
Chicco Bravino: what it gives up
- Three recline positions, one fewer than the Bravino Plus
- Folded height of 28.3 in is bigger than a travel compact
- One handlebar position, at 41.5 in
Chicco Bravino Plus: what it gives up
- 0.5 lb heavier and $50 more than the Bravino
- Folded height of 28.3 in
- Single 41.5 in handlebar height
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