Best Travel Pushchair
If you're often traveling or plan to travel with a small kid, you may be looking for a best travel pushchair. You may want one that folds up quickly and is easy to navigate on bumpy terrain. You may also require an adjustable seat for comfy snoozes or comes with additional accessories such as a newborn bassinet.
1. UPPAbaby G-Luxe Stroller
The UPPAbaby G-Luxe umbrella stroller is one the most lightweight strollers on the market. It's stylish and sleek, and feels sturdy and luxurious when you push it. It's also incredibly simple to fold, and it has a carry strap that can be used to make it easy to carry if you need to stow it in a small space like a closet or in the corner of your hotel room.
It comes with a comprehensive set of accessories for travel including the rain cover and SPF 50+ sunshade that clicks on easily. The G-Luxe has a large open canopy that is ideal for taller children. It also provides plenty of coverage to protect them from the sun.
Unlike other lightweight umbrella strollers the UPPAbaby G-Luxe has recline that is operated with one hand and an adjustable footrest so your child can rest comfortably. It also has a convenient storage bin that's big enough for diaper bags or snacks as well as drinks. It can hold a moderate-sized changing pad.
Another great feature is the braking system that has been rated as one of the best on the market. The brakes are extremely responsive, and the stroller is easy to control. However, some parents complained about the G-Luxe's difficulty in folding.
Founded in the US in 2006, UPPAbaby has become known for its practical-but-stylish buggies at competitive prices and its focus on quality and environmental sustainability. The company is also a favourite of celebrities, with Emily Blunt and Adele both possessing UPPAbaby Cruz as well as Vista strollers.
2. Cybex Mios Stroller
The Mios is a stylish stroller, which comes with an extensive selection of accessories to make it more useful. The innovative one-hand fold lets you to fold it into a self-standing mode and makes it easy to store. The breathable mesh material can also make hot days more comfortable. You can also add a parasol for your child's protection to protect them from the sun. The Mios is available in a broad variety of patterns and colours that will fit any style, whether it's classic or contemporary.
It can be used from birth with the optional carrycot, and it can be laid flat to provide a comfortable baby-sized fit. The cozy carrycot is simple to remove from the frame with a simple click and memory buttons. It is one of the most convenient prams to carry and can be easily carried over short distances, and up and down stairs.
The Mios is easy for you to drive and maneuver, especially on smooth surfaces such as pavements, paths and paved roads. It's also fun to use on rough terrain. Adele enjoyed steering it around the mud and hills of Victoria Park with confidence.
The Mios is an excellent choice for families that plan to use it with an infant car safety seat. It includes Cybex car seat adapters, which are compatible with GB and Cybex infant car seats, and the adapters can be kept in place even when folding down the Mios. It can also be used with the Cybex Aton 2 and Cloud Q series of infant car seats, with an adapter, which is sold separately. This combination provides the best travel pushchair for long walks or a day in the city. The Cybex Mios can also be a great choice for parents with twins because it can be combined with the Bugaboo Comfort Wheeled Board+ in order to accommodate two children.
3. Doona Stroller
The Doona is the only car seat for infants that also can be used as a stroller, making it the ideal travel pushchair if your want to carry a separate car seat and stroller. It has excellent safety ratings from Stifting Warentest, ADAC, and OAMTC and five stars for its the ease of use. The Doona is also rated for air travel with infants, and is certified to comply with all the stringent US and EU standards.
It features a unique double-wall structure that allows the wheels to simply fold up into the body of the Doona and provide substantial safety benefits. Two layers of impact-absorbing plastic and additional layers of EPS pram foam and textiles, offer increased side-impact protection for your child. The handle acts as a powerful bar that absorbs the forces of an accident and stops your child from spinning and sustaining serious injuries.
To remove the Doona's wheels there's a lever located at the back of the seat that you can lift up. This triggers a small bump that doesn't wake your baby. To put the wheels back into the car, simply lift the lever and the process is effortless.
The Doona is compatible with numerous automobile models and public transportation making it an ideal travel pushchair. The Doona is designed to fit easily through narrow aisles in airlines and is approved for air travel. It's possible to take it with you anywhere even when you travel overseas. It's also easy to install without the base which is a huge benefit if you're renting the car for your trip or don't have the space for a separate base at home.
4. Trvl Stroller
No matter if you're taking an outing in the city or a long weekend or exploring remote destinations, the Nuna Trvl Stroller will make your journeys easy and stress-free. This lightweight stroller is loaded with convenience and comfort for both you and your child. It also comes with a compact self-fold, which redefines what it means for a stroller to be travel-ready.
Its progressive front and rear wheel suspensions are ideal for riding on bumpy terrain, while its adjustable calf support raises to transform the seat into a carriage position to allow your child to take a ride in comfort. The tailored canopy features UPF 50+ sun protection and a peek-a-boo window. And if you're a frequent flyer, you'll appreciate that this stroller can be tucked away in the overhead bins of many airlines (please check with your airline to confirm! ).
The Trvl is extremely easy to use even with a newborn. Because of its magnetic MagneTech secure snap buckle, it is easy to connect a PIPA Series infant car seat to the belly bar with no additional adapters needed. The Trvl comes with a luxe leatherette accented pushbar and handle for an ergonomic grip.
The Trvl has a big, easy-to-access basket that can fit a lot of gear (it can fit a diaper bag and small backpack!). The legs are on the longer side for greater stability and the stroller glided well over all surfaces tested. The fold is a little tricky. It is easy to lose the ring and handle in the event of a mishap. It's a minor issue however, it is something to think about when you're planning on using this stroller for trips.
5. Graco 3D Lite Stroller
This stroller has a lot to offer a single child model. It comes with an expandable basket as well as a parent cup holder. It can fold in one second. It also comes with an adjustable tray for children and five-point harness. The only drawback is that it does not fully recline, so it's a bad choice for newborns.
It's the most affordable in this review. It's light and has a high seat that gives your child a great view. It's not as durable as more expensive models and may struggle on uneven surfaces such as cobblestones. It also has dual front wheels that can be moved to the left if they encounter obstacles.
The 3D Lite comes with a small storage container that is able to hold a backpack diaper bag that is of medium size. It also has an open view of the canopy. Its sunshade is quite small and may be the smallest of the bunch and doesn't extend to the back of your child. It does have a sun visor which can be removed.
The frame has a 5-point harness that is padded on the seat and the frame is equipped with a shoulder strap that allows you to carry it when folded. It's not as compact as the TraveLite but it folds up very quickly.
It comes with three recline positions however, not all the way down (use from 6 months+). The brakes on the 3D Lite are more robust than the ones on most competitors and require that both sides be pressed in order to fully engage. Overall, 3D Lite's performance is decent for the price. It's superior to the budget-friendly Kolcraft Cloud Plus but not as impressive as some of the more expensive competitors.