What's the difference between a ring sling and the Hippie Joey?

What's the difference between a ring sling (RS) and a Hippie Joey (HJ)?

I often talk about how the HJ is a great entry type carrier for people starting babywearing, as it doesn't have any buckles, rings or complicated straps.
But if you already know how to wrap or use an RS, why would you want to get one? I am a big fan of RSs, but I still definitely reach for my HJ quite often. Here are some reasons why:

▫️The two actually share many similarities in that they allow a simple, one shoulder carry, great for quick ups and downs
▫️They also both have great longevity, as both of them are suitable from newborn to toddlerhood (depending on the blend for the RS)
▫️One of the main reasons why I often bring along my HJ for trips, is because it packs down so small. Yes, RS also pack down small, but the HJ is even smaller. When you have a toddler who has unpredictable carrying requirements (sometimes nothing, other times demanding to be carried the whole way), then it's at least a small, low weight item that doesn't take up much space, but is good to have on standby.
▫️It's easy to clean. Of course you can wash your RS in a washing machine too, (provided the blend is suitable for machine washing, and you put a sock over the rings), but since the HJ is made out of simple jersey material, washing it is no different to washing a T-shirt. You don't have to worry so much when using it, unlike with 100 % Wool or silk RS blends!
▫️No long tail. Now, I love a long and glamorous tail when the occasion calls for it, but sometimes it's just not that practical. For example, under thick winter coats, or when going to places like the swimming pool, where you wouldn't want the tail trailing along on the wet changing room floors.
▫️Easy to replace. Not that you'd ever want to lose your HJ, but if the worst should happen, they are much easier to replace than OOAK handwovens! So I much prefer to take my HJ to busy places like kids parties.
Hippie Joey - gifted
Ring sling from Oscha Slings
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