The following models were included in the evaluation:
1. Manduca
2. Bondolino
3. ERGObaby Classic
4. ERGObaby 360
The subjects:
Baby, 8 months, 9kg (until then we had the Marsupi in use, I can absolutely recommend !!!)
Mother, 1.65m
Father, 1.75m
Result:
We bought the ERGObaby 360. We often use and all parties are fully satisfied with this baby carrier (even if it is the most expensive, unfortunately).
Regarding the individual wearing:
1. Manduca: too stiff
The application was okay, but the baby's Just sit down was not easy. Otherwise, however, no major problems. However, very annoying is the safety lock of the hip belt. Clearly, security is good, but this solution (you have to press tiny buttons and simultaneously opening the locking and the whole thing on the back) did not succeed.
2. Bondolino: too fiddly
The application is somewhat complicated. It binds them like a sling on her back and closes it with a knot at the waist. The carrier lie on the floor (depending on where you the stretcher invests, this can sometimes be disgusting). That was not easy even without baby, and baby it was a real challenge. Finally, I wanted no sling, but an uncomplicated carrying aid.
3. ERGObaby Classic: ok
The application worked with and without baby immediately without reading the instructions. Baby has also immediately felt at ease. We, however, the hip belt has disturbed. He cut a somewhat and we felt during extended wear can be the painful. In addition, it is closed only by a simple buckle, which is certainly not enough us. The padding on the recesses of the thigh of the baby are not very soft.
4. ERGObaby 360: recommended
Again, the application worked immediately and without guidance. Attracted, baby clean, click, done. The seat for the baby's great shape, the leg openings padded very soft. The carriers are well padded. The hip belt is doubly secured initially by a wide padded hip belt, which is secured by a buckle (one less worry). It takes with all the trimmings not 10 seconds, and the thing sits.
Sidenote: The ability to carry forward directed the baby with us was not a deciding factor !! About this wearing style Opinions differ. Our child makes it quite like, especially in household chores. As it gets everything. While walking or when the baby is tired, I would however not make.
