Which strollers does the Nuna Pipa Aire fit?
3 strollers take it with no adapter and 13 with one adapter, according to the makers.
Nuna
Pipa Aire
$440 list price
Carrier weighs 6 lb
Several Nuna PIPA series versions exist. Which one is yours?
Nuna strollers that take the Nuna Pipa Aire
Some click right in; the rest need the adapter below.
Adapter · in the box
Nuna DEMI next car seat adapters (in the box)Comes with the stroller · for 1 seat below
Adapter · in the box
Nuna TRIV next folding car seat ring (in the box)Comes with the stroller · for 1 seat below
UPPAbaby strollers that take the Nuna Pipa Aire
You'll need this adapter.
Bugaboo strollers that take the Nuna Pipa Aire
You'll need one of these adapters.
Mockingbird strollers that take the Nuna Pipa Aire
You'll need this adapter.
Thule strollers that take the Nuna Pipa Aire
You'll need this adapter.
* The maker names the model but not which version; open the card for what to check.
Key specs
- Child weight
- 4–30 lb
- Child height
- up to 30 in
- Carrier weight
- 6 lb
- Install
- With the base
- On a plane
- With or without the base
About the Nuna Pipa Aire
The Nuna Pipa Aire is a rear-facing infant car seat for babies from 4 to 30 lb and up to 30 in tall. The carrier alone weighs 6 lb. Base: pIPA series base: True lock rigid LATCH or seat belt, steel stability (load) leg; also installs baseless with vehicle belt. Nuna says it is approved for use on aircraft. List price: $440. Nuna points to load leg on the base, rigid latch base, plane use, base optional, install check indicators and 4 more; see the details below.
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16 strollers take it according to the makers, 3 with no adapter (Nuna TAVO next, Nuna TRVL and Nuna TRVL lx). By kind: 13 full-size strollers and 3 compact travel strollers. The lightest pairing we have figures for is the Nuna TRVL at 13.6 lb, about 19.6 lb with the carrier on.
Summary from the makers' published data.
Highlights
- Load leg on the baseThe included PIPA series base has a steel stability leg to limit forward rotation in a crash. Nuna product page
- Rigid LATCH baseThe base clicks onto the car's lower anchors with rigid latches. Nuna product page
- Plane use, base optionalCertified for use on aircraft with or without the base. Nuna product page
- Install check indicatorsColored indicators and bubble levels show when the base is connected and level. Nuna product page
- Side-impact protectionThe shell has side-impact protection. Nuna product page
- No added fire retardantsNuna says the materials have no added fire-retardant chemicals. Nuna product page
- UPF 50+ canopy, privacy drapeCanopy with a flip-out eyeshade plus a pull-down drape. Nuna product page
- From 4 lb, with insertsFits babies 4 to 30 lb and 16 to 30 in; removable head and body inserts for newborns. Nuna product page
Build your travel system
Pick the other half to see the whole set at the makers' list prices.
List prices from the makers; stores and sales vary.
Compare the Pipa Aire with similar infant seats
The closest seats of the same kind by weight and price. Every figure is the maker's.
| NunaPipa AireThis one | UPPAbabyAria V2 | ClekLiing | Peg PeregoPrimo Viaggio Lounge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier weight | 6 lb | 6 lb | 9 lb | 10.4 lb |
| Baby weight up to | 30 lb | 30 lb | 30 lb | 30 lb |
| Baby height up to | 30 in | 30 in | 32 in | 32 in |
| Without the base | No | Yes | Yes | — |
| On a plane | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Expires after | — | 7 yrs | 9 yrs | 7 yrs |
| Strollers that fit | 16 | 12 | 22 | 0 |
| …with no adapter | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| List price | $440 | $449.99 | $499.99 | $499.99 |
| Check price | Check price | Check price | Check price |
How to use the Nuna Pipa Aire
Step-by-step guides from the maker's manual. Pick one.
Canopy
- 1To attach the canopy, snap it to the canopy mount on both sides.
- 2Pull the canopy toward the front of the seat to open it; push it back to close it.
- 3For the Sky Drape, unzip the zipper behind the front canopy bow, pull the drape out and attach it to the magnets at each front corner.
- 4To remove the canopy, undo the snap on the mount, press the canopy release button and pull the canopy out of the mount; repeat on the other side.
Retold from Nuna manual (PDF).
Common problems with the Nuna Pipa Aire
- Nuna has only limited spare parts, and orders are completed over the phone.
- Email info.usa@nunababy.com or send a support request with the model number from the serial label, the part you need (frame, wheel and so on) and a callback number.
- Nuna checks availability, tells you the price and calls you to finish the order.
- Spare parts are final sale and have no warranty.
Compare Nuna PIPA series versions
- Nuna Pipa (original)
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 31
- Don't fit
- 2
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Lite
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 31
- Don't fit
- 3
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Lite LX
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 22
- Don't fit
- 1
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Lite R
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 18
- Don't fit
- 2
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Lite RX
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 20
- Don't fit
- 3
strollers
- Nuna Pipa RX
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 24
- Don't fit
- 2
strollers
- This oneNuna Pipa Aire
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 13
- Don't fit
- 3
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Aire RX
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 19
- Don't fit
- 1
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Urbn
- No adapter
- 3
- With adapter
- 17
- Don't fit
- 2
strollers
- Nuna Pipa Next
- No adapter
- 0
- With adapter
- 1
- Don't fit
- 0
strollers
The Nuna Pipa Aire: pros and cons
Why parents pick it
- Fits 16 strollers, directly or with an adapter. (from the makers' fit charts)
- 3 strollers take it with no adapter. (from the makers' fit charts)
- Light carrier: 6 lb (typical 9.5 lb). (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
- Approved for use on aircraft. (maker)
Keep in mind
- Rated to 30 lb, lower than most (32 lb), so babies outgrow it sooner. (compared with the strollers and seats we list)
Manuals and downloads
Straight from the makers. The manual that came with your product is the one to follow.
Frequently asked questions (14)
What are the weight and height limits of the Nuna Pipa Aire?
4–30 lb, up to 30 in tall.
Can you use the Nuna Pipa Aire without the base?
The Nuna manual we hold describes installing it with the base only.
How do I install the Nuna Pipa Aire?
Nuna's manual gives 2 ways: with the base, using LATCH; with the base, using the car's seat belt.
Is the Nuna Pipa Aire FAA approved?
Yes, with or without the base, the maker says.
What base does the Nuna Pipa Aire use?
PIPA series base: True lock rigid LATCH or seat belt, steel stability (load) leg; also installs baseless with vehicle belt.
Can I buy an extra Nuna base?
Every PIPA infant seat except the PIPA urbn fits both the original PIPA series base and the newer PIPA RELX base. Either base can be bought on its own as a spare.
Which strollers does the Nuna Pipa Aire fit?
16 strollers, according to the makers: 3 take it with no adapter, 13 with one adapter.
Which strollers take the Nuna Pipa Aire without an adapter?
Nuna TAVO next, Nuna TRVL, Nuna TRVL lx.
Does the Nuna Pipa Aire fit the Mockingbird Single Stroller 2.0?
Yes, with the Mockingbird 4-in-1 car seat adapter.
Does the Nuna Pipa Aire fit the Nuna MIXX next?
Yes, with the Nuna MIXX car seat ring (in the box).
Does the Nuna Pipa Aire fit the UPPAbaby Vista V2?
Yes, with the Nuna PIPA adapter for UPPAbaby Vista and Cruz.
When do I use or remove the Nuna Pipa Aire infant insert?
Use the head and body supports as needed for a snug fit on a small baby. For smaller babies, the low birth weight pillow sits in the back of the body support; remove it once you can get a snug fit without it (about 11 lb) by opening the hook-and-loop on the back and pulling it out.
How much does the Nuna Pipa Aire cost?
Nuna lists it at $440. Store prices and sales vary.
Specifications
Weight and size
| Carrier weight (no base) | 6 lb2 |
|---|
Base, safety and travel
| Base | PIPA series base: True lock rigid LATCH or seat belt, steel stability (load) leg; also installs baseless with vehicle belt2 |
|---|---|
| Approved for aircraft | Yes2 |
Price and dates
| List price | $4402 |
|---|
From the makers' fit charts
| Strollers that fit | 16 |
|---|---|
| …with no adapter | 3 |
| Ways to install (maker's manual) | 2 |
| Step-by-step guides | 7 |