We are big fans of Soft Structured Carriers in our house. It’s often our go-to carrier. Quick to buckle on, multiple position options, toss it in the wash when it gets grimy … everything a frazzled new mommy needs!
I’ve seen a lot of people asking about the differences between a Tula and an Ergo. So I wanted to give you a few factual comparisons between the two, then go into my own personal pros and cons of these two.
Here is a little visual of what each measurement in the table is actually measuring…
L = length, W = width
|
[approximations] |
Tula |
Ergo |
| L: padded shoulder strap |
19” |
15.5” |
| W: padded shoulder strap |
2.5” |
2.75” |
| L: adjustable shoulder strap |
~30” |
12” |
| L: body |
14.25” |
14.25” |
| W: body |
13 – 16.5” |
15” |
| W: seat |
13.25” |
14” |
| L: padded waist |
27.25” |
29” |
| W: padded waist |
3.25” – 4.5” |
3.25” – 5.5” |
| L: adjustable waist |
~ 30” |
~ 28.5” |
| W: adjustable waist |
2” |
2” |
Now that you can see the facts, here are my opinions!
Ergo Performance
Pros:
- Tough – made of durable material, easily washes/wipes clean
- Breathable!
- Dark colored, so it doesn’t show a ton of dirt
- Pocket for hood
- Hood snaps on quite easily
- Good sized zipper pocket for phone, keys, etc
- Rolls up small
Cons:
- Let’s just face it – it isn’t “cute”. But the other Ergo styles are beginning to come in cute patterns!
- Not as wide as the Tula – narrower seat and body means baby will grow out of it much sooner!
- Not great for really petite people – the waist strap doesn’t go small enough!
Tula
Pros:
- Ohemwow – can we say totally ADORABLE patterns?!
- Body stays wide overall (versus “wave” style body of Ergo)
- See the difference in lengths of adjustable straps?! This gives you a ton of room to find your “sweet spot”
- Hood detaches completely and can be stored away
- Hood can be cinched tighter around baby’s face
- Canvas material is pretty durable, but “softens up” to “super cuddly” status!
- Rolls up well!
Cons:
- You need to be gentle when washing – you don’t want to wear it out or damage it. And some of the lighter styles stain easily
- It can get quite toasty inside of there – for you AND baby! The price of a bigger body panel. Canvas is NOT breathable
- The pocket is too small – MAYBE can hold my phone. Or my credit cards/IDs. Doubt it could hold both.
Here is a comparison shot of Liam in both carriers. For reference, he is 8 1/2 months old, 27.5” long and 19 lbs, 2 oz.
❤ Tara
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