Quick answer: Ergobaby makes three current carriers. The Embrace is a simple, two-position wrap-style carrier built for newborns up to 25 lbs. The Omni Classic is a four-position structured carrier that works from newborn through toddler, up to 45 lbs. The Omni Deluxe is the same four-position design with added storage and a sun hood. All three are hip-healthy certified and carry Ergobaby's ergonomic seat design. MacroBaby carries all three, along with Ergobaby's Metro stroller line.
Ergobaby built its name on ergonomic babywearing, designed to support a baby's hips and spine properly while distributing weight comfortably for the person carrying them. Here's how the current lineup actually differs, a safety rule worth learning, and what MacroBaby carries.
Embrace: the newborn specialist
The Embrace is a simple, two-position carrier (inward and outward facing) built specifically for a baby's first 12 months, rated for 7 to 25 lbs. It was named Best Baby Carrier for Newborns by the New York Times Wirecutter, and it's designed with no tying or complex adjustment, meant to go on and off quickly during the newborn stage when you're doing that constantly. Its softer, wrap-like construction is less structured than the Omni line, prioritizing a cozy fit over the four-position versatility of Ergobaby's bigger carriers.
Omni Classic: the everyday four-position carrier
The Omni Classic is Ergobaby's structured, buckled carrier built for newborn through toddler, rated for 7 to 45 lbs and ages 0 to 48 months. It offers four ergonomic carry positions (facing in, facing out, back carry, and hip carry), an adjustable, cushioned head support that adapts from nap time to awake time, and a lumbar support panel designed to reduce strain on the person wearing it. It's sized to fit a wide range of body types, from petite through 4XL.
Omni Deluxe: the same design, plus storage
The Omni Deluxe shares the exact same four-position design, weight range, and age range as the Omni Classic, but adds built-in phone storage, a detachable storage pouch, extra pockets, and a sun and privacy hood. Parents magazine named it Best Overall Carrier in 2025. If the Omni Classic's feature set appeals to you but you want the added convenience of built-in storage without carrying a separate bag, the Deluxe is the upgrade.
What "hip-healthy" certification actually means
Ergobaby's Omni Classic, Omni Deluxe, and Embrace are all certified hip-healthy by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI) and certified back-friendly by the American Chiropractic Association's Council on Occupational Health (AGR). The hip-healthy standard relates to how a carrier positions a baby's legs and pelvis, an M-shaped, spread-squat position with knees higher than the bottom is generally considered supportive of healthy hip development, while positions that dangle a baby's legs straight down are not.
The safety rule worth learning: T.I.C.K.S.
Regardless of which carrier you use, babywearing safety organizations recommend the T.I.C.K.S. rule, created by the UK Sling Consortium, as a quick mental checklist every time you put a baby in a carrier. Tight: the carrier should be snug enough that your baby doesn't slump, since loose fabric can restrict breathing. In view at all times: you should be able to glance down and see your baby's face without adjusting fabric. Close enough to kiss: your baby's head should be close enough to your chin that you could kiss the top of it. Keep chin off chest: leave about two finger-widths of space between your baby's chin and chest, since a chin pressed to the chest can restrict a newborn's airway. Supported back: your baby's back should be held in a natural, gentle curve rather than slumping.
Choosing between the three
If you're buying specifically for the newborn stage and want the simplest possible carrier to grab quickly, the Embrace is built for exactly that, though you'll eventually need a different carrier once your baby exceeds 25 lbs or turns 1. If you want one carrier that lasts from newborn through toddler without switching, the Omni Classic covers the full range with four positions. If you like the Omni Classic's design but want built-in storage and a sun hood without packing a separate bag, the Omni Deluxe adds that for a bit more.
Beyond carriers: Ergobaby's Metro stroller line
MacroBaby also carries Ergobaby's Metro stroller line, including the compact Metro 3 and Metro+ Deluxe, along with accessories like a car seat adapter compatible with Nuna, Cybex, and Maxi-Cosi infant seats, a weather shield, bug net, and snack tray. These aren't carriers, but they're worth knowing about if you're building out a full Ergobaby setup.
Caring for an Ergobaby carrier
All three current carriers are machine washable; check the specific product's care label for cycle and temperature guidance, and air dry rather than using a dryer to protect the padding and straps. Buckles and adjustment points benefit from an occasional check to make sure nothing has loosened with regular use.
Shop Ergobaby at MacroBaby
MacroBaby's Orlando showroom lets you actually try each carrier on before you buy, which matters more than any spec sheet once you're the one wearing it for an afternoon. Browse the full Ergobaby collection online or visit our showroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the Ergobaby Omni Classic and Omni Deluxe?
They share the same four-position design and weight range, but the Omni Deluxe adds built-in phone storage, a detachable pouch, extra pockets, and a sun and privacy hood that the Omni Classic doesn't include.
Can I use an Ergobaby carrier from birth?
Yes, both the Embrace and the Omni Classic and Deluxe are designed to be newborn ready starting at 7 lbs. Always check the specific product's minimum weight guidance.
What weight limit does the Ergobaby Omni Classic have?
It's rated for 7 to 45 lbs and ages 0 to 48 months.
What is the T.I.C.K.S. rule for babywearing?
It's a safety checklist covering five points: the carrier should be Tight, your baby should be In view at all times, Close enough to kiss, with their Keep chin off chest, and their back Supported in a natural curve.
What does hip-healthy certification mean for a baby carrier?
It means the carrier has been certified by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute for supporting a spread-squat leg position with the knees higher than the bottom, considered supportive of healthy hip development, rather than letting a baby's legs dangle straight down.
