I am so torn between these two bags. My boys are preschoolers so I mainly want to use it as a theme park/outing bag vs. a true diaper bag...which seems to suggest WB...but there are so many pros/cons for me to both... They both can go backpack style, but the straps on the BRB look like they would be more comfortable. OTOH, we do still use a double stroller for long outings anyway, going to the local theme park that we have season passes to, etc and if I got the BRB I would have stroller clips. I do like the idea of the big insulated section on the WB, and the WB seems like it could hold more (like our towels, etc if we did the water park). Anyone have a comparison on these 2? Thoughts? I am afraid if I get the BRB it won't hold everything...but there is also one on FSOT that is much more in my budget than buying a new WB...I just wonder if it seems silly to buy another diaper bag at this point.

The WannaBe is HUGE. It can probably hold 3 or 4x what a BRB can. The BRB is also quite big...I can easily fit everything and more I need for a zoo day in my BRB for myself and my 1 toddler. The WannaBe is super awesome for a water park or a beach bag and should carry about everything you will need plus the kitchen sink. I don't have my WB anymore otherwise I would take comparison pics.

They really are so different they're not comparable as holding the same job, kwim? Like comparing a MiniBe to a Spicy or something.

I LOVE my BRB so I would say that one. It hangs nicely on a stroller, can zip fully for security at theme parks, is very comfy to carry on your back and holds quite a bit. If you do more beach/water park all day outings when you would want a cooler and towel holders and stuff, then the WB was made for you.

So what you are saying is I need both

If it were me and I HAD to choose one, I'd go with the WB.

Any particular reason why? I was kidding in my earlier post about getting both...I really do have to only get one, that is all that is in my budget right now.

Yep, pretty much.

TR is right - they're so different in size that it's hard to really compare them. The BRB is much more comfy to carry on your back, but the WB will hold a ton. They both can attach to your double stroller. It really depends on what you need to carry in it. Can you list the things you want to put in it?

I am hoping to be able to carry a change of clothes for each boy, a couple of snacks, 2 water bottles (kiddie sized), sunscreen, my major, a couple of small toys or coloring books for them...I think I see why you are saying I need both though because if I was at the water park we would have towels too...hmmmm...this is tough!

Based upon that list, I would get the BRB. You could fit that plus 1.5 of your boys in the WB. I think the BRB is a better option for you and then if you go to the water park, you can snag a MightyBe to stick any overflow in and when you're not using it at the park it can fold up into your BRB. I honestly think you will get more use from a BRB unless you live at the beach/pool/water park.

Thanks for your help...I will start with the less expensive BRB on FSOT option and do the MightyBe add on option for the towels if needed...I could probably use one of each but since I can only get one right now that might be my best bet...thanks for all of your help ladies...you are awesome!

Great idea! A BRB and an MB. YOu can just fold the MB into the BRB when not in use.

Yes I got two "new to me " bags from FSOT today...a BRB and a MB to hold the overflow I think I will eventually end up with a WB, but for now since we still have the stroller to lug stuff I think this combo will work out well...Again ladies I think you for all of your help

ITA with your decision. The WB is wonderful for our 2 boys' stuff plus my stuff when we go swimming. But even on a double stroller, I wouldn't really want to carry it all day. But the brb is wonderful on the back of a stroller or worn. And I love the zippered sippy pockets for your water bottles. It would def hold what you need it to, except the towels. And the towels would fit in the MB no prob. What colors/patterns did you get?

Yay!! Congrats! What patterns??

Congrats on your "new" JJB bags!

The WB is WAY bigger than the BRB. I never wore it backpack style. Seems like it would be too heavy, large, and awkward. It doesn't close on top. Plus no stroller hooks. I took a BRB on our vacation to San Diego and it was perfect. Held EVERYTHING we needed for ALL of us... I have 5 kids. It held all the sunscreen, extra clothes for little ones, hats, drinks/snacks, first aid kit, etc. etc. etc. and still had room to shove stuff we accumulated in there!! It hooked on the stroller completely easily to pop on/off for jumping on the tram or whatever and was super comfortable to wear for me or DH (though since it was Perky he didn't like it much LOL) even though it was fully packed and HOT! I would go for BRB ALL the way!!