The close baby carrier is one that is so easy to get in and out and no huge tying like the HAB. I personally HATED the HAB. It was a PITA for me to get Ash in and out of when I needed, the fabric used to drag on the ground when I was putting it on. I just plain hated it. The close baby carrier is a similar style, but no tying. Well the front fabric strip ties but the rest is rings.