Differences between Ergobaby Carriers

There are always lots of people asking about the differences between all the different Ergobaby carriers – especially all those named 360 and/or Omni. It can be very confusing! So…. I thought I’d do a summary of them, detailing when they were launched, what age they generally fit from and any other useful info.

I’ve listed all the new releases in the past 10 or so years, as these are the ones people are most likely to be looking at new or pre-loved. Older models (not listed) include Ergobaby Original, Ergobaby Sport and Ergobaby Options. Slightly different options (Ergobaby Aura wrap, Ergobaby Embrace and Ergobaby Aerloom are detailed at the end)

Hope it’s helpful!

ERGOBABY 360

Released 2014. 
Needed cushion insert for newborns. 
The first Ergobaby to offer outward facing. 
Straps can only be worn straight; they tighten forwards (for a front carry).
Cool Air Mesh and Cotton versions. 
Early models had a Velcro waistband on the Cotton models. Later all models changed to buckle waistband.

Still produced for years after the newer models came out but finally discontinued around 2021-22.

ERGOBABY ADAPT 

Released 2016. 
The first Ergobaby carrier to not need an infant insert. 
The first Ergobaby carrier to have crossable strap option. Straps tighten backwards (for a front carry).
Doesn’t offer an outward facing position. 
Cotton, Cool Air Mesh and Linen versions. 

Still available in some retailers but discontinued around 2021-22.

ERGOBABY OMNI 360 (renamed OMNI CLASSIC at end of 2025)

Released 2017. 
No longer needed cushion insert. 
Straps can be worn straight or crossing. Straps tighten backwards (for a front carry).
Fits from around 2-3 months. 
Cool Air Mesh, Cotton and Linen versions. 

Continued to be made even when newer models came out. Renamed Omni Classic at the end of 2025. 

ERGOBABY OMNI BREEZE/DREAM

Released 2021. 

Similar functionality to Omni 360 but redesigned front means it fits from around 9lb. 
Straps can be worn straight or crossing. Straps tighten backwards (for a front carry).
Breeze is the mesh version, Dream is the cotton version. Also made a Linen version (still called Dream)

Discontinued in 2025. 

ERGOBABY OMNI DELUXE

Released 2025. 

Very similar to Omni Breeze/Dream in terms of fit and functionality. 
Straps can be worn straight or crossing. Straps tighten backwards (for a front carry).
Has more pockets, markers on the webbing and a more streamlined look (with buttons hidden) so differences are primarily cosmetic. 
Comes in Mesh, Cotton and Linen versions. 

OTHER ERGOBABY CARRIERS

ERGOBABY AURA WRAP
Released 2017.
This is a stretchy wrap, rather than a buckle carrier.
Works best from newborn for the first 4-6 months.

ERGOBABY EMBRACE
Released 2019.
Similar to a stretchy wrap but with buckles.
Works best from newborn for about the first 9 months.
Straps tighten backwards (for a front carry).
Only designed for front carrying (not on the back).

ERGOBABY AERLOOM
Released 2021.
Half way betweeen the Embrace and the more structured carriers.
No option to cross straps. Straps tighten backwards (for a front carry).
Fits best from around 2 months to around 18 months.
Discontinued 2026

I hope that’s been helpful! You can see my demos of most of these Ergobaby carriers in the Ergobaby Playlist on my YouTube channel. If you need any help with any aspect of Babywearing, please get in touch!

NB Please be aware – whether buying pre-loved or new – there’s a big problem with fake Ergobaby carriers. If buying new, please make sure you purchase from an authorised retailer (avoid Amazon/eBay or anywhere with huge too-good-to-be-true discounts). If buying pre-loved ask to see proof of purchase to ensure it was purchased from an authorised retailer.