Choosing a Folding Stroller
The right stroller is vital if you live in a small space or you travel frequently. This lightweight stroller can be folded into a bag-sized package.
Parents rave about its smooth ride and easy handling. It even accommodates Nuna Pipa car seats with just a click. No adapters are needed. Our home testers are thrilled that the handlebar can be adjusted and the under-seat basket fits bags for backpacks or diaper bags.
Compact
Folded it’s a square that occupies almost nothing in your car’s trunk. It’s also incredibly light and can easily fit into airline overhead bins. This lightweight stroller has minimal features (simply the sun visor and a tiny basket) however it’s easy to maneuver, comes with an excellent canopy and folds easily with one hand. It’s a great choice for those who travel frequently and require a stroller that they can take with it. It’s compatible with a bassinet, and can be purchased with a color pack which includes an armrest cushion with canopy, foot cover and seat cushion.
The Minu like other UPPAbaby products, is easy to maneuver on hard surfaces. It also has a large canopy that offers ample shade. It does not recline and the unstructured storage bag isn’t very large. It’s easy to open and close however, and has an enclosing clasp that keeps it closed and secure. It is also easy to carry thanks to its cushioned strap. It can be folded flat by pressing two buttons.
The Minu can fit a newborn in its separate bassinet, which is attached to the frame with snaps and locks. You can also purchase an $70 color package that includes a seat cushion, canopy and foot covers for an extra design. This light-weight model comes in six colors and weighs less than 17 pounds and is suitable for airplane overhead compartments. It is able to be insured against airline damage for $49.99 however, the insurance doesn’t come with your purchase.
The UPPAbaby G-Luxe stroller is a great option for those who want a compact stroller. However it’s not as user-friendly. It comes with a button that requires some time to master, as well as a handle/ring combination that must be perfectly timed in order to fold. These flaws can cause it to appear flimsy and unstable, but the G-Luxe is still a great travel stroller that takes up less space than a traditional stroller in your trunk. It is not designed to be used with one hand, and it does not come with a cupholder for the parent or a reclining chair. Some parents consider this to be a problem.
Simple to Use
A major factor for stroller buyers is how simple they are to use. When traveling with children, strollers that fold up quickly and easily are ideal because they require less space in the trunk or overhead bins of an aircraft. If you want to fold a single hand, a quick fold, simple design and a sturdy latch are vital. It is also useful to have a strap with padding that can be worn over the shoulder. This will keep your hands free. In addition, a stroller that stays upright once it’s folded, and doesn’t require any effort to open is a further advantage for traveling.
UPPAbaby’s new Minu tri-fold stroller fulfills all the criteria we set for the ideal travel stroller: Travel Stroller it’s light, folds down compactly, and can hold an infant car seat. The only drawback is that it’s slightly heavier than the other lightweight strollers tested and may not fit into the overhead bins on smaller planes. However, it’s a great alternative for parents who regularly travel because of a work or school trip, a family vacation, or other reasons.
Chicco Presto is another lightweight and portable stroller we enjoyed. It’s designed for simple folding and unfolding with an auto-fold feature that you can activate by squeezing on the handle mechanism. It’s a great option for travel because it will accommodate a baby car seat from Chicco and has a locking latch that keeps the stroller securely folded when it is not in use.
The Libelle is a great alternative for families who are frequently in motion. It folds down into an elongated rectangle, which makes it more convenient to store and more compact than the models that fold in a square on this list. It is also lightweight and is able to be maneuvered on various surfaces. However, we noticed that the wheels need more effort to turn when it comes to rough terrain. It comes with a convenient storage bag and can be used with a bassinet (though you’ll need to buy the attachment separately).
Then, we tried the Cybex Coya, which is a great travel stroller for parents who want traditional designs. This stroller has an excellent canopy that is smooth on most terrains, including rough surfaces like gravel. It folds and unfolds with a simple push of a single button, making it much easier to use than other strollers we’ve test. The handlebar, however, is a little high for short parents and we’d like it included a cup holder.
Safety
A stroller can offer parents a safe way to transport their child while they walk outdoors. When you are deciding the best stroller for your family, it is important to take into consideration a variety of aspects. It is important to choose a stroller with a sturdy frame and a harness that keeps your child secure. It is also important to park the stroller properly when not in use. This will stop it from rolling and causing injury to either the child or the parent.
Families that frequently travel might think about purchasing a travel stroller. They are smaller versions of regular strollers, and they fold down to a smaller size that is easy to carry and to store. Some models include a carry bag that makes them suitable for air travel. Check the carry-on size requirements of your airline prior to traveling with a baby stroller.
Other security features to look for in a stroller include a wide base, and no pinch points. These can keep children from being hit by the handles or wheels of the stroller. It is also recommended that the stroller’s brakes are simple to operate and can be locked. Parents should also ensure that there aren’t any straps or cords that could be a strangulation risk for their children.
A peek-a-boo feature lets parents to watch their child without having them stop and take the child out of the stroller. Some models also allow the seat to recline which is a wonderful feature for infants and young children who need to nap when out and about.
A stroller that has EN certification is also a great choice. This means that the stroller has been tested by an independent laboratory to make sure that it meets European standards for strollers and prams. This will help ensure the safety of the children in the stroller. It is particularly beneficial for families with babies from a different country, who may not be aware of the standards in their country of origin.