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Sporty Evolution or Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe; What is the difference?

These two dog strollers look so similar. It is no wonder we get asked what the distinction is between these to pet buggies. Let's do a side by side comparison to see if we can clear things up!

24 January 3 minutes reading time
Sporty Evolution or Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe; What is the difference?

Wheels

Maybe the most notable difference is in the tyres, rims and spokes.

Sporty Evolution
detailfoto achterwiel van een innopet sporty evolution

Rear wheel of Sporty Evolution
– 16 inch
– Pneumatic
– Plastic rim and spokes

Front wheel of Sporty Evolution
– 8 inch
– Solid EFA material
– Plastic rim and spokes

Button to remove the rear wheels underneath the stroller

Button to place and remove front wheel
.

Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe

Rear wheel of Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe
– 16 inch
– Pneumatic
– Metal rim and spokes

Front wheel of Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe
– 8 inch
– Pneumatic
– Metal rim and spokes

Button to remove the rear wheel positioned on the wheel for easy access

Button to place and remove the front wheel

Size

The size between these two strollers is comparable. The cabin of the Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe is slightly higher, as is the maximum height of the push bar.

Sporty Evolution
Measurements of Sporty Evolution unfolded and measurements if the cabinMeasurements of Sporty Evolution when folded
Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe
Measurements of Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe unfolded and cabin measurementsMeasurements of Sporty Dog Trailer when folded

Fabric

Apart from the different colours of the fabric, there is also a difference in design of the cover and placement of mesh and zippers.

Sporty Evolution

Two front openings

– Rear opening with elastic for keeping the entrance open
– Instep height = 32 cm

Double top opening – one made of mesh, one fabric

– Two safety leashes to attach to your pet’s harness
– No removable pad

 

Height push bar Sporty Evolution

3 Positions
Highest position = 107 cm
Lowest position = 101 cm

Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe

Single front opening

– Rear opening
– Instep height = 30 cm

 

Single top opening made of transparent plastic
.

– Three safety leashes to attach to your pet’s harness
– Removable pad

Height push bar sporty dog trailer deluxe

5 Positions
Highest position = 111 cm
Lowest position = 78 cm

 Pros and cons

Sporty Evolution
Pros

  • Rims and spokes that cannot rust
  • Elastics to keep fabric at rear opening in place
  • Double front opening
  • Front wheel cannot puncture

Cons

  • No removable pad in the cabin
    .
Sporty Dog Trailer Deluxe

Pros

  • Easy access to button on rear wheels
  • flag for extra visibility when biking
  • Removable pad
  • Metal rims and spokes make the wheels lighter than those of the Sporty Evolution

Cons

  • Metal rims and spokes may rust without proper maintenance

So which to choose?

Preference is personal, some prefer one type of wheels over the other. Some people choose by which colour they like best. And some decide by which price they like best. It is completely up to you!

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