Best Travel Strollers: Honest & Updated Reviews
Last Updated on Aug 27, 2024
Before I had my baby, I thought picking up a stroller was simple. With so many strollers available on the market I thought anything I get should be good to travel with, as I’ve seen many parents gate-checking their travel strollers.
When many friends warned me that I’d need two strollers: one for home and one for travel, I didn’t believe them. Let me tell you – I was very wrong. I ended up with FOUR strollers I’ve been frequently using as my circumstances changed and ended up buying and selling a decent amount of other strollers. I didn’t research everything I needed from the beginning and was following the trends, which was a big and costly mistake.
A travel stroller is one of the most useful things to travel with a baby.
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Best Travel Strollers in 2024
Overall winner: Babyzen Yoyo
Runner-up 1: Joolz Aer
Runner-up 2: Inglesina Quid
Best Double Travel Stroller: Zoe Twin+
Runner-up double: Larktale Caravan Coupe
When my research on travel strollers started and I quickly realized that there was no such thing as a perfect travel stroller. Every stroller had its pros and cons, and it really depends on what your child and you prefer.
The best traveling strollers are ones that are lightweight and narrow to lug around and carry, but feature extras such as a recline, a sun canopy, and a decent basket underneath.
Travel Stroller or Stroller for Airplane?
All strollers for airplanes are good for traveling, but not all travel strollers are good for the airplane.
If you’re planning on flying often, don’t think you will be exploring all day, or have older kids that might only need the stroller occasionally then consider a stroller that fits in the overhead compartment (I created a dedicated list here).
Travel Stroller for Infant
One big myth about travel strollers is that they can’t be used from birth. These days it’s not true, as many recline flat or offer a newborn insert.
The only strolling equipment you cannot use since birth (unless it’s car seat compatible) are stroller wagons. But, as handy as they are at home I’d only recommend traveling with the smallest ones – like Larktale Caravan Coupe, for example.
Some babies love strollers, while others prefer carriers. Some only want to sleep with a flat recline, others hate a flat recline. Some love cocoons and others hate cocoons. Some babies are fine in a car seat, while others, like mine, hate the car seat.
You’ll want to see how you handle luggage and carry-ons on the plane and how a stroller fits or doesn’t fit, in this scenario that suits YOU.
Can a Travel Stroller Be Used Since Birth?
We started traveling with baby Dylan when he was 2 weeks old. By 4 months he flew on 20 flights, at least half of which I’ve taken solo just with him, without my partner. Most travel strollers cannot be used from birth without something extra (like an insert) and it’s recommended that you wait at least 4-6 months, as they don’t fully recline.
There are a few travel strollers for newborn, however, that have an add-on option of newborn insert or flat recline. As great as it sounds, however, my baby basically refused any type of bassinet or cocoon by 3 months. There was no way I was able to put him in a bassinet to lie flat, so we used a fully reclined stroller early on.
I would not pick one travel stroller over another just because one is suitable for a newborn. With a deeper recline, you can start using the normal seat at 3-4 months. You will be using the stroller for years while the newborn insert for just a few months, if even, so other features matter more.
Do You Need a Carseat Clip Option for a Travel Stroller?
Strapping a car seat into a stroller isn’t something anyone should do unless you’re in a car because it’s not healthy for a baby.
Practically though, I think it also defeats the purpose of a lightweight stroller (most car seats aren’t exactly light at all!) – I’d rather strap the car seat to my carry-on.
Various types of strollers either recline flat or offer a newborn insert, which makes them usable from birth.
However, some parents might want to have this option and it’s a fair requirement. Almost all travel strollers have a clip-on option, whereas umbrella strollers mostly don’t.
Detailed Reviews of Good Travel Strollers
Babyzen Yoyo+ Stroller
$$$
20″ x 17″ x 7″ (folded) / 52 x 44 x 18 cm
13 lbs / 6.2 kg
For a long time there was no competition for Babyzen Yoyo, and this stroller used to be no.1 on the market. I believe it still is honestly.
As it’s on the more expensive side, I tried to avoid getting it as I thought I could easily get away with another travel stroller – just to realize I needed a Yoyo after all.
I tested it when traveling in Italy, Greece, Poland, Malta, France, Mexico, Spain, El Salvador and the USA.
Its wheels, while small, are surprisingly good and there’s no need to even lift the stroller over the curb or cobblestones. I’ve also driven through mud and gravel without any issues. It’s sturdier than some other travel strollers that are actually heavier, like Joolz Aer or Bugaboo Butterfly.
It’s the only travel stroller that doesn’t fall backward with a diaper bag or another stroller hanging from it (Yoyo Connect) – even without a baby sitting in the stroller.
Many people complain that the seat recline degree isn’t flat, but it’s just the same as other travel strollers because that’s the law – super compact strollers can’t fully recline for tripping hazard. The recline is more than sufficient.
If you want Yoyo to be suitable from birth you will have to get a newborn pack or bassinet (I recommend a newborn pack over a bassinet because it folds with the stroller!).
You can now make Yoyo a double stroller with Yoyo Connect. It’s an absolute game changer as you can fold the other stroller when an older sibling wants to walk!
WARNING: There are fake Yoyo strollers sold online and known as Yoya Baby Stroller and they’re not safe or tested. Don’t buy them.
Pros:
- Fits as cabin luggage on ALL planes
- Can be one-hand folded on the 2nd step
- Great wheels & suspension
- Easily maneuverable with one hand
- Can be a double with Yoyo Connect
Cons:
- Needs additional Yoyo-only accessories (footrest, bug net, bumper bar)
- Canopy on a smaller side
- Basket on the smaller side, but sufficient
- Pricy
Would I Recommend It Overall: YES
Read my extra detailed review of Babyzen Yoyo+ Stroller
Joolz Aer
$$
21″ L x 17.7″ W x 8.5″ H (folded) / 53 x 44 x 22 cm
13.4 lbs / 6 kg
Unlike full-size Joolz strollers, in my opinion, Aer is somewhat well-designed. It has a huge canopy, enough space even for older kids and a decent basket.
It has a one-hand fold, good recline, peek-a-boo window, and other perks one might want from a travel stroller. It also includes accessories like a rain cover.
I wish the button to fold wasn’t in the middle of the handlebar as it makes things more difficult when steering with one hand.
The seat back is higher than on many other competitors and the canopy is plenty big.
Tiny planes or some regional AA flights will not fit it in their overhead bin, because of an additional inch in height, unfortunately.
I still love this stroller and it offers a bassinet for a newborn as well (only two travel strollers offer that option – another one is Yoyo).
A full review is available here.
Pros:
- Sturdy wheels
- Easy one-hand fold & unfold
- Big basket
- Lifetime warranty
Cons:
- On the pricier side
- Won’t fit on smaller planes
Would I Recommend It Overall: Yes
Inglesina Quid
$$
23″ x 18.3″ x 6.8″ (folded) / 58 x 46 x 17 cm
13 lbs / 5 kg
I rarely see Inglesina listed in the top choices for a travel stroller, but I feel like it deserves a mention because it’s honestly a good product.
It’s very similar to Uppababy Minu at a more affordable price, but folds smaller, the canopy is better in terms of flimsiness and adjustable footrest.
I used it in the US so far and I like it a lot.
You need to buy accessories because it doesn’t come with a rain cover or carry bag. There are currently no car seat attachments so there’s no way to use it with a newborn.
The recline isn’t completely flat, but almost flat and I believe no kid ever needs more than 150 degrees after getting used to it.
While the stroller is bigger than other smaller brands it might not always fit on all aircraft, you might be able to squeeze it on some but don’t always count on it.
Pros:
- Big canopy
- Almost full-recline (adjustable levels)
- Much more affordable than most
- Various cute designs
- Adjustable in-built footrest
- Bumper bar included
Cons:
- Needs both hands to fold & unfold
- No carseat attachment possible
- Seat/fabric doesn’t come off so we’re still figuring out how to clean it
Would I Recommend It Overall: YES
Bugaboo Butterfly
$$
22″ x 15″ x 9″ (folded) / 55 x 38 x 23 cm
15.8 lbs / 7.2 kg
Bugaboo Butterfly is a highly anticipated and marketed replacement for the now discontinued Bugaboo Ant.
Butterly is surely an improvement from Ant, but it’s far from being a decent competitor of Babyzen Yoyo or even Joolz Aer, in my opinion.
It folds but you need a little push at the end and the carry strap gets lots in the stroller. The basket underneath is perfect with mesh sides but things could fall out through front. No issues with navigating it on uneven terrains.
I tested it when in the USA. You can read my extra detailed review here.
The seat is actually taller than Yoyo’s or most strollers and has a higher weight limit up to 50 lbs, so it’s advertised that it can be used for a child longer but as the canopy is built-in I have to disagree. For a tall child, 3.5 years is a max (as tested on my child – we also maxed out on top straps and he told me he feels uncomfortable at only 3 years, not even 3.5).
While the seat height is tall, the canopy is built-in which results in similar headspace as on strollers with lower seat back height. The recline is also less than on Babyzen Yoyo or Joolz Aer.
The wheels are durable, but the stroller is a bit heavier and bigger than Yoyo which means it won’t always fit all smaller aircrafts. But, when the stroller is folded, all 4 wheels are down, unlike in Yoyo, so you don’t get your clothes covered in dirt. The break also makes up for the wheels, as it’s easy to lock and unlock.
My other concerns with this stroller are the footrest that is harder to adjust (seems tight, especially when stroller is folded already) and smaller kids can get their feet caught in it, due to the space between fabric and material.
Pros:
- Amazing basket
- Folds with bumper bar
- Adjustable harness
- Big extendable canopy
- Washable seat fabric
Cons:
- Frame paint peels off easily and scratches
- No newborn options apart from a car seat
- In-built footrest gets in the way
- Carry strap can block the break and often disappears inside when the stroller is folded
Would I Recommend It Overall: Not Really for this Price
BabyJogger City Tour 2
$
22″ x 17″ x 9″ (folded) / 57 x 45 x 23 cm
14 lbs / 6.3 kg
First things first – BabyJogger is a brand name and none of their strollers are jogging strollers. City Tour is the more lightweight and newer sibling of the Babyjogger City Mini GT, which I’d probably recommend more overall unless you need to exclusively for travel.
It’s smaller and sturdier than Mountain Buggy, but not as sturdy as Yoyo. It offers an almost full recline and built-in footrest, which is a huge plus. The only downside is a small canopy.
The basket is spacious, but I wouldn’t hang anything from the handlebar as it could tip over.
The seat could have more depth as it’s shallow, but not terrible. The straps aren’t super comfortable according to my child, but the younger one never complained.
Pros:
- One-hand fold
- Many colors available
- Big basket
- Near flat recline
Cons:
- Two-hand unfolding
- Seat is a bit hard
- Won’t fit in the overhead on some airlines
Would I Recommend It Overall: Possibly
ZOE Tour+
$$
22″ x 14″ x 9″ (folded) / 56 x 36 x 23 cm
11.3 lbs / 5.1 kg
Zoe Traveler+ is the most popular ZOE stroller and it’s one of the best on the market, especially if you take price into consideration. Plus, it’s smaller and fits in the overhead bin.
However, Tour+ is also a great small option and it can be expanded to tandem with an extra seat that can be removed easily. It has all the features you might need: almost flat recline, big canopy, bumper bar, big storage.
The Tour+ is slightly wider with a taller seat back than Zoe Traveler, making it better for everyday use as your little one grows and you more frequently need increased storage. It’s compatible with a car seat adapter.
The basic included wheels work fine, but not as great as Yoyo or Cybex. Zoe will go through cobblestones, but not as smoothly as you might want it to go.
Pros:
- Can fit infant
- Almost flat recline
- Big canopy
- Expandable to 2nd seat
- Option of off-road wheels
Cons:
- Basic wheels aren’t amazing
- Might not fit in the overhead
Would I Recommend It Overall: YES
Uppababy Minu
$$$
23″ x 20″ x 11″ (folded) / 59 x 52 x 29 cm
14.8 lbs / 6.7 kg
Uppababy Minu basically replaces the bulky umbrella stroller Uppababy G-Luxe. You can’t beat their customer service if something breaks and their free repair service in the US, Canada and UK.
The fold is super easy. It folds the same way as Cybex Eezy S Twist, but it can also stand on its own.
Unfolding technically requires one hand, but you need to open a small lock on the side first, and for me it kept locking back unless I used both hands, unfortunately.
I tested it when in the USA. You can read my extra detailed review here.
The wheels are the best and can go on any terrain. The peekaboo window has mesh ventilation and can be covered to protect the baby from the sun.
The hoods in all Uppababy products are the best of the best in terms of size, but unlike in their full-size strollers the Minu canopy is fragile and I can see it breaking easily.
One concern some parents might have about the seat is that when the child bends forward the whole seat back moves as well. It’s not a deal breaker for me (Babyzen Yoyo and Cybex Libelle do the same thing) but some parents aren’t happy about that.
If you’re a bumper bar parent like me, don’t be too excited about the Minu bumper bar that’s included with the stroller. It’s a bit of a joke, because it’s way too short it feels like an additional hard belly strap – when my baby holds it his elbows are squished all the way back (see photo below).
I’d actually say that Minu can definitely be used a main stroller as well, not just a bigger travel stroller. As it might be too big for many parents to travel with all the time, especially on planes, if you have no space in the apartment you can just get Minu instead of a giant Vista or Cruz.
Pros:
- Sturdy quality tall seat
- Easy one-hand fold
- High handlebar
- Fantastic customer service
Cons:
- Expensive
- Bulkier than others
- Needs both hands to unfold
- Bumper bar is way too short
Would I Recommend It Overall: Maybe
ZOE Twin+ Double Travel Stroller
$$$
29″ x 28″ x 9″ (folded) / 73 x 71 x 22 cm
19 lbs / 8.6 kg
ZOE is still relatively narrow and extra lightweight for a side-by-side stroller. For a double, it folds fantastic and small and it’s also Disney approved stroller.
Did I mention it can also expand to a triple?
Zoe Twin is one of the strollers I never thought I’d be recommending but ended up loving it.
Switching to a double stroller when you have a toddler is a pain in the butt – not going to lie. We kept considering just getting two single travel strollers, but decided to try out Zoe and didn’t regret it.
Each seat can recline separately, the canopy is just amazing (similar to their single stroller) and there’s even a cupholder for the kid and parent.
I tested it in the USA and Mexico (read my detailed review).
Pros:
- Huge canopy
- Easy one-hand fold
- Cupholders included
- Great recline
Cons:
- Won’t fit though many doors in small historic cities or Europe
- Wheels could be better
Would I Recommend It Overall: Yes!
Contours Bitsy Compact Fold
$
22″ x 11″ x 10″ (folded with handle) / 55 x 27 x 25 cm
12.3 lbs / 5.5 kg
Contours Bitsy isn’t the most popular stroller on the market, but it should be. It’s cheap and has almost everything you need.
Contours has something that many other strollers are lacking: sandal-friendly brake. While there’s no recline it has an in-built bumper bar, it’s a super compact fold fitting in the overhead.
The wheels are so maneuverable and provide a smooth ride.
Pros:
- Ultra-compact
- One hand fold
- Protected underneath basket
- Sandal friendly brake
Cons:
- No recline
- Seat is quite hard
- Not everything is detachable to wash
Would I Recommend It Overall: Yes
Compact Stroller for Disney
Many parents are always looking for a stroller for Disney World since kids, even older, won’t want to walk too much and most big strollers aren’t approved for Disney.
While Disneyworld has a stroller rental service, it costs $15 and might not be everyone’s preferred choice – especially since you still need to get through the airport and to various parks. Disney rental stroller is like a giant plastic container so you might have a bit of better luck renting from an external company like BabyQuip.
SWagons are NOT permitted at Disneyworld and Disneyland anymore either. Many parents were bringing wagons to Disneyworld, but it’s no longer possible.
Strollers larger than 31” (79 cm) in width and 52” (132cm) in length are not permitted to reduce space, so keep this in mind.
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Travel Stroller
How Much Are You Willing to Spend?
I originally refused to pay a lot for a second stroller. However, as I travel all the time I realized that I’d rather spend extra money to be able to comfortably fold the stroller and bring it with me on the plane.
You might think that a cheap stroller from Walmart is good for your trip to Disney, but keep in mind that if it breaks right after you won’t be able to use it again or sell it. It doesn’t always pay off to be cheap.
Is Taking It With You Into the Overhead Bin Important?
Personally, I hate gate-checking the stroller or car seat. After you deplane you need to usually wait forever for the stroller to be returned to you and pray that it’s not lost or destroyed.
If they even return it to you at the gate, because some airports in Europe simply don’t return it until the luggage belt. If it’s raining it might also arrive soaking wet.
Do You Need a One-Hand Fold Travel Stroller?
If you’re always traveling with your partner, one-hand fold might not be as important. However, if you’re handling your child alone, especially babies that cannot yet stand up, along with your luggage, a hand fold might become a must. For me, it was a deal-breaker.
You will need to fold your stroller and put it through the X-ray machine while going through security if you are gate checking it or taking it as hand luggage. If it doesn’t fold compactly it will need to be manually inspected and takes extra time.
One way or another, you’ll need to hold your baby and fold the stroller with one hand. Otherwise, you’ll need to hand the baby off to someone as you fold and unfold the stroller.
Other IMPORTANT Things to Consider:
1) If you look at any family blogs or websites with reviews you’ll see the same strollers popping up over and over again. However, every year they come up with new strollers with more improvements. 2 years ago the same stroller might not have had the same function the newer model of the same stroller has now.
Many reviews are also sponsored or gifted and then not allowed to mention flaws (you’re asked to omit the flaws and say nothing). Always look for reviews of the newest model on the market!
2) Many all-in-one travel stroller reviews haven’t even seen the stroller they’re reviewing. I read that some fit in the overhead bin when they clearly don’t and that some recline when they don’t.
I read many complaints that apparently, the stroller I own doesn’t recline, when in fact it reclines flat. That said – make sure you’re certain about the things you need before you purchase a stroller. As you can see from the photos, I tested most strollers I’m talking about.
Best Travel Stroller Accessories
Often you can buy accessories like cup holders, bag clips, or trays to make the stroller more convenient. That, on top of the basics such as rain cover and bug net.
While many strollers already come with a bug net and rain cover, many do not – and it might not depend on the stroller, but on the place you’re ordering it from.
Even when buying on Amazon, you’ll have 10 different companies supplying the same stroller with different bundles.
The problem with many strollers is that not everything from one stroller will fit on the other. For instance, Babyzen Yoyo or Bugaboo Ant requires its own accessories because of the design and there’s no way around it (I’ve tried).
Add everything to your budget before making a final decision about the best travel strollers.
Thank you for such a comprehensive comparison! It’s always been our plan to get the Yoyo for our first trip away.
This is such a great review Anna! Thank you for taking the time to share. I’d love to hear what your thoughts are on the Zoe Trip stroller and how it compares to the Zoe XLC Best.
Trip one must have just come out. They’re basically almost the same weight-wise and size-wise when folded, but the Trip changes into a semi-suitcase (similar concept to Bugaboo Ant). It comes down to whether your child would like the bar in the middle – mine wouldn’t 😉
Hi !!
Thank you for this very complete review. About the YOYO, is it possible to change the baby diaper easily in if needed? Does the recline allows it?
Thank you very much and good luck on your journey.
Yes, it’s possible, I’ve done it many times. While the recline of Yoyo isn’t fully flat, it’s enough for the baby to sleep in comfortably and diaper change as well.
Hello! Thanks for such detailed review. As a travel lover I’m seriously considering yoyo as my main stroller. However, the need for extras/accessories makes me think twice…. specially for the NB phase…. have you tried the Hamilton stroller? Any tips? Many thanks!
Every stroller has accessories options that you need depending on where you live (footmuff, bug net, rain cover, carseat clips) – it’s really up to you to see what do you actually need. If you have a car I would recommend Doona for the newborn stage, since you need a carseat anyway.
I haven’t used Hamilton stroller because they’re not available here but checked it out and it needs the same amount of accessories as Yoyo in terms of the newborn phase. It actually doesn’t even come with a rain cover (Yoyo does), so it needs more extras and the bassinet is super bulky.
If you’re thinking of the value it’s super easy to resell a Yoyo later, but unknown brands like Hamilton or even Mountain Buggy pretty much devalues 90%.
Hey Anna,
very informative entry 🙂
Do you think the yoyo+ can be used as main stroller for city families? I use mainly public transportation and would like to have a lightweight, small stroller for that.
Andrea
Yes, it can unless you don’t want to load it up with groceries from the supermarket (that’s when my Vista and its huge basket was coming in handy). Also, while the basket can hold enough for me (bottles, thermos, change of clothes, food, and your own purse as well), I have some friends who love to bring half of their babies’ belongings in a diaper bag – in this case the basket might seem small, but I honestly thing it’s more than enough.
What do you recommend for a large toddler? (2yo, 38″ tall, 35lbs) We wore the wheels off of a Zoe while in Rome. The lock mechanism on the Zoe was also very frustrating as it wouldn’t always lock easily. We are currently using the Ergo Baby Metro Compact City Stroller which we love. I use it when shopping, and have flown multiple times with it. We’ve used it all over Barcelona and Andorra. My toddler likes riding in the stroller but he is getting rather large for it – any suggestions for tall/large toddlers?
Italian streets can wear off any stroller, sadly :/ Yoyo lasted us a few months in Italy and still works just like before, but yeah, it might get small as he grows.
Joolz Aer would be best. My 9-month-old is huge already (31″) and we’re not even halfway through the backrest. The stroller has a few drawbacks, but nothing’s ideal 😉
I’d also look into Uppababy Minu, as it’s up to 50 lbs. While it won’t fit in overhead compartments on European airlines, it will on bigger planes. Wheels are forever lasting, plus they have wheel service all over the world.
Hi! Great post. Any thoughts on the Colugo?
I haven’t used it, it was heavier than competitors. My friend has it though and it has a nice canopy and footrest, but for a travel stroller I wouldn’t buy it. I see no point of a travel stroller that won’t fit into an overhead bin and Colugo won’t fit on small European planes.
Hi
Thank you for a good review. We also have the Uppababy Vista as our main stroller and is very happy with it, but we would want a smaller option for when we travel. Have you tested the Baby jogger city tour 2? How would it compare to the babyzen?
I did. One thing I didn’t like about it was how hard the seat felt to me, felt a bit like it was going to fall apart (I’m sure it’s fine, but it didn’t feel sturdy). What mattered for me the most was the possibility of taking the stroller into an overhead bin, and unfortunately Baby jogger city tour 2 is still slightly too for that big when folded.
Hello Anna, I already have a cybex as my main cart (I really like it). I’m thinking of buying a second travel cart. My first option was the bugaboo ant, but I read in many places that it is very narrow and for big children they are not good. my baby is 6 months old with a size of 1 year. I’m thinking of buying cybex eezy s twist 2. have you had a lot of problems with yours in the airplane cabin? Thank you very much for your review. 🥰
Yep, definitely do NOT get Bugaboo Ant 🙂 I sold my Eezy S Twist because it doesn’t fit in the cabin apart from selected very big planes (but it actually didn’t even fit on Qatar upstairs floor either), so we gave up on it for travel. We use exclusively Yoyo for that reason – no issues 🙂
This is by far the best review of travel strollers I’ve read, thank you! I have an Uppababy Vista which, contrary to what many believe, I find wonderful for NYC living as I live in an elevator building and love to load it up with groceries, etc. I’m now looking at a lighter/travel stroller for time spent at a vacation home in a suburban-esque setting. My main issue is I would like the stroller to be able to function like a normal stroller – loading a few groceries easily into the basket for example – while also being able to load and unload it from the car easily. I would love to get your thoughts on the Joolz Aer. I was considering the Yoyo+, Uppababy Minu, Joolz Aer, and Silvercross Jet. Ultimately I ended up ordering both the Minu and the Aer and will return one of them. ALSO – originally I had my heart set on the Bugaboo Bee 6 – because again this was more for suburban living – but I found that the basket is blocked almost completely from the back! Would love to know your thoughts on this stroller as well.
So many people are wondering about Joolz Aer recently 🙂 Although I don’t like the regular Joolz (I think it’s a terrible design for various reasons and all my friends ended up selling theirs fairly quickly) the Aer is sort of like a good option. Wish the button to fold wasn’t in the middle of the handlebar as it makes things more difficult when steering with one hand.
For my personal use, Minu wasn’t an option because it doesn’t fit on all planes, so that defeats the purpose. But… if you just want it just for the car and to go it’s a great little stroller.
I purchased the yoyo2 and my 8 month old looks so uncomfortable in it. I prefer the seat on the silvercross jet but I’ve noticed the yoyo has a sturdier push. Any thoughts? Can the jet hold up for everyday use?
What’s uncomfortable about it? The seats on travel strollers won’t be like on full-size strollers but the only difference between the seat on yoyo and the one you like is that it’s a tiny bit higher but it doesn’t matter for an 8-month old unless you have a very big baby (my very big almost 2-year-old can ride comfortably in Yoyo height-wise).
Silvercross Jrt is a giant pain in the butt to fold, the basket is useless – tiny and restricted, wheels are not for unsmooth terrain, so definitely not for everyday use. If you recline the seat the stroller can also tip over. If you want a sturdier and harder seat then get Uppababy Minu I’d say, but that won’t fit on most planes.
Hi! What stroller would you suggest for city (malls and parks mostly) and beach? Usual travel destinations: Hawaii, Mexico, Florida, Japan.
I have a small 2yr old (<25lbs) and one on the way.
Thank you for the comprehensive review.
Are we talking about a double stroller? No super lightweight double travel stroller will fit a newborn. I got a Cybex Gazelle S for two and it’s a great one, but as soon as the newborn will fit into a normal seat I think we’ll just get another Babyzen Yoyo, or ZOE double.
I notice you didn’t mention the “Cybex Libelle”. Is that because it’s relatively new? Have you had the opportunity to try it? I’d love to know what you think.
While I personally think that Cybex strollers are great (I owned two different models for a while) I wouldn’t get only Libelle. I feel like they tried to copy GP Pockit which isn’t great already and while there are major improvements it’s still not great in my opinion. Few reasons:
* the handlebar is not adjustable and not very high – it’s uncomfortable for taller people and people under 5’4 will also complain.
* the stroller’s handles are still not folded when the stroller is folded because of the shape which makes it less compact
* while it doesn’t get stuck like GP Pockit (if you want to swear at the stroller every time then get the Pockit haha!) it requires two hands to fold it because of the buttons which is a deal-breaker for me. One-hand fold is a must for going through airports and folding it when traveling alone – otherwise you need to handle your baby to someone else while you fold it
* because of the design of the handlebar while you can lead the stroller with one hand, it doesn’t really move smoothly like their Eezy S. That’s another thing I don’t like about it.
Conclusion: perfect for these short trips or for when you need an emergency stroller for older kids who prefer to walk. I wouldn’t buy it for a full-time travel stroller though for the reasons mentioned above 🙂
Isn’t the Babyzen Yoyo a two handed fold? You need both hands to press the buttons by the canopy. I’ve watched several videos and don’t see a true one handed fold
Babyzen Yoyo stroller isn’t officially marked as a one-hand fold, but there’s a way to make it a one-hand fold when a child is out of the stroller and you can be holding them while folding – done it million times (I should do a video soon). Let me explain:
– Child is still sitting in the stroller and you use two fingers to fold the canopy. This is the only step that requires two hands, but doesn’t require taking the child out of the stroller.
– Then you take the child out, and everything else is a one-hand fold when you press the button and stroller folds.
Hi Anna,
Thank you for this very comprehensive review. I wanted to know if you had any thoughts on the Maxi-Cosi Lara RS Ultra Compact stroller, which seems to pop up air on Google searches ( also have a number of friends who purchased this.) How do they compare to the strollers you’d recommend such as the Zoe XL1 and Contours?
It’s a very flimsy stroller for bigger kids (with mine it would be 12m but max. 18 months). The seat “goes with the toddler” when they’re trying to get out. Wheels cannot handle much. In this price even Mountain Buggy Nano is better. I feel like Maxi Cosi is a popular brand because they make many car seats (which are actually not even that great if you dig deeper, just on the cheaper side).
Thank you for the quick and informative reply!!
We are taking my almost 2 year old to Europe for 3 weeks and I’m stuck between the Zoe Tour+ (XL1) or the Mountain Buggy Nano. The main concerns are a lightweight stroller with easy folding we can take on the plane that has a leg rest and can handle the cobblestones for that length of time. Is one a clear winner over the other in this price range?
Mountain Buggy Nano won’t be allowed in the cabin on most European flights (maybe on a big plane to go to Europe, but they might not let you take it) – it’s way too big when folded to fit in the overhead, so you’d need to gate check it. ZOE Tour+ same story with overhead bins, it’s too long and too wide for most smaller planes. Both fold easy but in this price range there’s no winner that fits in the overhead honestly. I’m also not so sure about ZOE wheels for cobblestones mostly because it’s going to be a bumpy ride
If you really want to avoid troubles you can also just buy a used Yoyo for $100 less and can basically resell it later for a similar price vs you won’t resell the other ones so easily 😉
Great post, thanks! I like your honest way of writing. GB Pockit+ pros and cons are not correct…? I am looking for a good (!) reversible light weight and cabin size stroller, so caught my eye. 🙂 And what I am looking for, seems to not exist.
The only reversible one that fits in the cabin is Bugaboo Ant but I wouldn’t recommend it as the first choice honestly. The reverse mechanism takes more weight and space so that’s why the smallest travel strollers don’t do them, but just get something with peekaboo window instead 🙂
Hi Anna! Thank you so much for this review and your blog altogether. I am flying with alone next month with a 4 month old from Boston to Berlin, Helsinki, and Tel Aviv, and super stressed about it all. We still don’t have a stroller cos I can’t decide which one to get :-/ Did you ever consider the Nuna TRVL stroller? You haven’t reviewed it here. How do you feel about the fold of the yoyo babyzen, having to reach bellow the stroller to fold it (while holding a baby…)? Did you ever try the yoyo babyzen newborn pack (as opposed to the bassinet)? It seems a bit flimsy, but it’s supposed to fold with the stroller… would you prefer that to a car seat? Also, if I end up taking a car seat with me, would it not be possible to install it in a taxi in Europe? Thank you for the good advice!
Hi! I literally just tried Nuna TRVL at the store the other day as I’m testing other models for my older child now and while it’s great quality-wise, I wouldn’t buy it myself. It folds HUGE. You wouldn’t be able to put it in the overhead which defeats the purpose of the travel stroller for me, especially for this price.
Folding on Babyzen… I do feel like reaching underneath could be improved for sure, but it’s not too bad. Basically requires you to “squad” and that’s it, but considering the fact that other strollers fold and basically drop on the floor once they finish folding you still have to squad to get them off the ground 😉
We’ve never had the newborn pack because with the first child we got Yoyo when he was 4 months old and he wanted to sit already and when we had the second child we used a double stroller for a few months. Friends have it and it does fold with the bassinet without any issues. I would pick any bassinet over car seat for a newborn because it’s better for their spine and makes them way less sweaty. And naturally, it’s incomparably lighter than the car seat.
Officially taxis are exempt from the car seat requirements in Europe. I haven’t been to Helsinki and Berlin I only visited without babies, so can’t speak for them but keep in mind that streets are often crowded and small and taxis might not be able to pick you up and wait forever in some spots while you’re installing the car seat so you should figure out the way to install things quickly with the seat belts and keeping in mind that you might not be able to install it all the time. In France we had some taxis that had car seats, but in other spots in Poland or Italy it was impossible.
Hi Anna! Thank you for your detailed work with the stroller comparison. I will be ordering the Yoyo and Cybex Libelle to test at home before our trip to Mexico. Curious, I saw you mentioned strollers having accessories like car clippers to buy separately, I searched for them but didn’t come with either. Can you share some info on how you travel with an infant (9months) in a car aboard?
My kids were too big for their infant seats by 9 months. We usually either rented a car seat abroad if it was too much to
Here’s an article I wrote about car seats: https://annaeverywhere.com/traveling-with-car-seat/
In Mexico specifically, you might just bring a car seat if you’re renting a car. For taxis, there’s no way to install any as many don’t even have seat belts so no need to carry them around, just keep it in the rental car – my last trip we brought Cosco Scenera Next which isn’t the greatest car seat but it’s lightweight and did the job 🙂
Hi Anna,
I have two kids, one being 3.5 years stops walking after some distance and asks to carry, while having a 2nd newborn it becomes trickier, we bought smartrike for a 2-year girl (now 3.5) and she loves it, the problem is we will have to buy a stroller for newborn, for the time period.
We live in the UK, and most schools are within walking distance, but if the toddler refuses to walk it would be trouble. I was thinking of buying Cybex Beezy for routine/daily travel to school with a possible buggy board for toddler. We do travel but it is mostly locally, tubes and trains, air travel is usually once or twice a year.
I am really confused about which stroller would be best, sturdy yet travel accessible? Especially if I use a buggy board daily to travel to school.
I think in about a year’s time the new kid will be suitable to travel on smartrike. In case you are wondering about smartrike https://smartrike.co.uk/products/str7-folding-pushchair-trike
Interestingly we have been using STR7 as stroller for more than a year.
Do you think we will need to buy two strollers, or a Cybex beezy-like stroller will be sufficient?
Do you have any experience with Recaro strollers?
I do not know if Yoyo will be of choice for daily use as I have mentioned? if it would be then I guess that’s the best choice.
Many people, myself included, often use Yoyo as the main stroller (unless I test a new stroller for another website of mine). We do have a second stroller, but that’s for traveling for extended periods of time: when you explore all day a second stroller wwas basically a must, because otherwise my husband is carrying a toddler on his shoulders all day and even though he doesn’t nap normally he naps when we go sightseeing and then it’s basically impossible to do anything, especially coming back from dinner at the restaurant (we had situations when toddler was asleep on buggy board and one person had to push the stroller and another had to hold a toddler).
You would need to find a different buggy board for Beezy, because the original Cybex is just standing and my toddler for example refuses to use it unless there’s a seat for him, hence why the Yoyo board works great.
We had a trike and like you say: it’s awesome until you have two kids. Have you tried a balance bike? We basically used it as a mode of transportation for a 3 year old to get around town in France and they can ride it entirely themselves (although at 3.5 yours might be even ready for pedals). We’ve been using it since mine was 2.
@Anna Karsten, Thanks for an insightful reply, that’s excellent advice.
I think a yoyo with a yoyo buggy board will be a good option for local travel like school visits. I had read many reviews that confused me regarding the buggy boards, the majority state that using the buggy board is not a good idea and will cause faults in pushchairs. I was thinking if that’s the case with yoyo as well? what is your experience regarding this?
I also agree with toddlers sleeping on their way, if it a long-distance or on the way back from supermarkets etc. It’s Impressive and wonderful how kids sleep anywhere, I guess a trike vs balance bike might be a good idea for moderate travel.
For long-distance/air travel do you think a buggy board is a good idea or a mobility bag like a trunki/jetkids? what is your experience with acceptance in airlines for cabin baggage (smaller airlines like easy jet)?
What? Why would it cause a fault in them? It’s just attached to them, doesn’t do anything to the stroller don’t worry! We’ve been using it for hmm… a year and no issues.
For short trips with two kids now we use a stroller with either a buggy board if it’s a crowded area, or a stroller & balance bike for the older one. For trips when we want to explore cities all day long and eat out we bring two strollers – currently have one Babyzen Yoyo and one Cybex Libelle. Either way, when we have two strollers or buggy board we check one stroller or buggy board (or both), at the counter and just take one stroller and one ride-on suitcase to the gate. We had trunki before and while they look fun the wheels weren’t maneuvering much and it was a mess, so we switched to jetkids and this one is perfect. Never had either rejected. They fit under the seat so it’s not an issue.
@Anna Karsten, hi Anna
I am quite surprised you didn’t mention any about Peg Perego ? Have you tried to check the Selfie model? I am confused between these 4 : PP Selfie and Joolz Aer,, Uppababy Minu v2 , Silver Cross jet 3.
Thanks
I owned Peg Perego Selfie and while the quality is there the stroller folds quite big and isn’t cabin-friendly on many aircraft. I also think the bumper bar is oddly positioned for a child to grab on, because it’s designed to work as a handle and the seat is way too reclined. If you’re willing to sacrifice the cabin functionality Uppababy Minu is better than Peg Perego.
Out of those 4 they’re all similar, but Silver Cross Jet will fold the smallest so it’s the most useful and cabin friendly (but overall it’s horrendous). Joolz Aer isn’t a bad stroller, but for this price there are better options – there’s no bumper bar and while you can add it as an extra it has to be removed before folding which makes no sense and more importantly there are no side protectors so it can be a pain on a busy street.
@Anna Karsten, thanks. How about Inglesina. I am surprise too you are living in Europe but haven’t mentioned this made in Italy brands? Have you checked Inglesina Quid? What can you say about it ?
Thanks
I took Inglesina for a test drive recently and it’s a nice stroller and a cheaper alternative to some always talked about strollers. Full detailed review coming soon, but my biggest concern is that I wish it was slightly smaller when folded.
Thanks Anna for very detailed reviews and helpfull comments, you previous comments helped me buy a Yoyo. I thought it would be best if I give you a feedback and my experience as well. I had a newborn in June and I bought Yoyo with newborn pack, 6+ and a buggy board.
It is definitely fantastically built, and very maneuverable on all kinds of floors.
Capacity of under basket seems rather difficult to approach using newborn pack. It definitely folds but seems to be in a little stress (meaning it doesn’t fold completely to fix in clasp provided), I guess it would be okay after 6+
So far we went to Keswick (northern lakes UK) turns out I definitely needed buggy board as my toddler was constantly saying tired (part of it was just to sit on buggy board), she enjoys the seat and takes her time in playing with baby.
Of course we can’t fold it with buggy board, but I noticed buggy board is small and light enough to get dismantled and placed in a back pack when you need some space.
I am surprised by maneuverability with buggy board, you can still use one hand to move and rotate around, it does feel a bit heavier.
I noticed when not in use you can hook it up for ease of mobility and but it slightly folds the newborn pack making space even smaller for baby.
I believe it’s okay with buggy board for tall people but for short people 5’3 one might need to bend to easily move stroller or move to side to control stroller.
We went to really rough unpaved places, of course stroller was not suitable there, the fold and backpack trick helped us move into the natural parks to enjoy climbs etc. We did wish if we had baby carrier, but then toddler would have made our day.
Hi Anna!
Thanks for this very detailed review, very helpful indeed. Have you used or tried rhe bugaboo butterfly??
I tried it, owned it and it’s a no from me personally. If you’re going for a stroller that is bigger than Babyzen Yoyo or other small strollers (like GB Pockit or Libelle) there are better options on the market such as Joolz Aer or Uppababy Minu. The footrest is annoying on Bubaboo, not to mention the lack of quality.
Hello! Thank you for the detailed reviews! I was wondering if the smaller wheels have issues with cobblestone streets? I’ve read in other reviews that we must have large wheels, is that true in your experience?
It depends on the stroller. The size of the wheels isn’t always an indicator of their quality. I’ve been riding on cobblestones with Babyzen Yoyo all the time, but cannot say the same about Bubagoo strollers – even though the wheels are exactly the same size.
@Anna Karsten,
Hello!! Chanced upon your blog and thank you for the detailed reviews!! I was looking for stroller for my 3yo that is cabin friendly and that I can bring on board. I’m looking at full recline. Any recommendations? Bugaboo butterfly, gb pockit all city stroller or joolz aer?
None of the ones you mentioned have a full recline, but out of those you mentioned Joolz Aer is the best.
Hi – thanks for the detailed review! I’d decided on the yoyo, but have since seen a number of bad reviews on retail sites referring to wobbly front wheels.. This doesn’t get mentioned in most reviews though. Have you seen or heard of this problem?
Wobbly front wheels? Nope, never to be honest.
@Anna Karsten, Hi Anna – just wondering if you have any recommendation on an arm rest/belly bar for Babyzen YOYO? Thanks.
Yes, this one: https://amzn.to/3F5LEsX
You weren’t fan of the baby jogger city tour 2? I’m very close to purchasing this for the reclining, option for attachments and as the wheels seem quiet robust for traveling. It seems very similar to the yoyo. They also stay it’s cabin friendly?
Hi Anna, I believe I see the Ergobaby Metro stroller in your photo above, have you reviewed it?
I have: https://annainthehouse.com/ergobaby-metro-stroller-review/
@Anna Karsten, between the Ergobaby Metro+ and the Minu V2 – which would you recommend as a stroller that can be used for everyday, and occasional travel?
Minu I guess, but honestly neither. Inglesina Quid would be a better option.
Hi Anna, you mention the mountain buggy nano a few times but I don’t see the review.. can you please share your thoughts? Thanks!
Hi Anna, thanks for this informative post, and replying to each comment, so helpful! Have you tried/reviewed either the Bombi or Colugo strollers? Curious to know your thoughts. My top priorities for a travel stroller are are a big XL canopy for naps, longevity (want to be able to use in infant and toddler stages, so it’s worth the money as a long term investment), and 1 handed fold/unfold. The Bombi and Colugo appear to tick those boxes, but wanted to hear any thoughts from you. Thank you
I was chatting with Bombi owners but sadly the stroller is too big for any cabin and must be gate checked – which is a deal breaker honestly considering how many items get lost or destroyed when gate checked. I’ve been trying to review Colugo for over half a year now, but their compact strollers are always sold out, it’s pretty crazy actually.
Hey! Anna…information about traveling, so that every stroller has dynamic accessories that you need to support and safety to your child. I’m sure that you use a stroller perfectly whenever you want to travel anywhere always suggest for Hamilton stroller.
best of luck with your decision.
Great post, thank you! Have you tested out the Bombi Bebee at all? I’m curious to know your experience!
I was chatting with Bombi owners but sadly the stroller is too big for any cabin and must be gate checked – which is a deal breaker honestly considering how many items get lost or destroyed when gate checked. I’ve been trying to review Colugo for over half a year now, but their compact strollers are always sold out, it’s pretty crazy actually.
Hi Anna! thanks for the reviews! i wanted to know if you’ve had a yoyo foot rest and how that actually looks like when it’s in use? Is it suitable for an older toddler (4 yrs?)? thanks!
We had an off-brand one that was actually longer than the actual yoyo one, but stopped using it after the child turned 1 year because we didn’t see the point. For a 4 year old you won’t be able to find a footrest that works due to the weight of a child (yoyo footrest can hold up to about 18 months) and I don’t think footrest would be much use honestly. Even when they’re crawled up in a ball (fetal position) it still don’t give them much, so it’s much better to spread their legs until the leg rest at the bottom of the stroller.
Great review! By chance, have you reviewed the Maxi-Cosi Lara Ultracompact Stroller? If so, have you been able to test it in small and large airplanes? I’m looking for a moderately priced travel stroller that can fit cabins in all airplanes.
Thanks!
I haven’t because it’s been discontinued. People had too many problems with the folding mechanism breaking so Maxi Cosi stoped making it.
Thank you Anna, just came across your blog! What is your opinion about the yoyo harness system? Recently bough a yoyo2 and the crotch harness seems to be very short althrough I have a 6 months old, so not a big baby.
We’ve never had issues with it but quite honestly after 2 years we stopped strapping the kids, just used the bumper bar so they could go in and out. I do feel like strollers producers purposely make the crotch straps shorter and shorter these days… just tested two new strollers and I was stunned that my barely 2 year old can fit.
Have you tried Easywalker Miley 2?
I haven’t tested it fully, because even from the first look of it I wouldn’t recommend it. If a stroller doesn’t fit in the cabin like it it should have other pros and the seat is super angled backwards – not comfortable for a child to sit in this position without an option to pull the seat more upright.
Hi there, thank you for this list. Do you have a suggestion for a travel stroller that can handle well a bit rougher, going to Paris, but for babies that like to sit more upright by chance? Some seem to go a decent amount upright and I understand most travel one’s don’t go totally up so that they can fold well. But which did you find best for that? Thank you!
They’re all almost the same in that aspect to be honest, so for sitting more upright I suggest getting a bumper bar.
Hi Anna!! I’m absolutely struggling on picking my new stroller out of bugaboo butterfly or the uppababy minu v2. I mainly want it for quick trips into the shop and for school drop offs and pick ups with baby in tow! We do go on trips once a year but not the main reason for my purchase. I’m using an old baby jogger city lite I believe it’s called and wanting to treat myself to an upgrade haha!
If you had to choose between those 2 what would you do!
Sam
Even though we didn’t like the Butterfly a lot between Minu and Butterfly I’d go with the Butterfly. Why? Because this belly/bumper bar on Minu is an absolute joke.
Although, considering the fact that you want to use it for shopping and get “an upgrade” I’ll actually say consider Joolz Aer+. Why? Because Butterfly is going to look all scratched up like it’s been used for million years after a month (both frame and seat), and the front of the undernear basket isn’t closed so smaller items might fall off.
Hi Anna,
Thanks for taking the time to write such detailed reviews. I live in London and am looking to get a stroller for travel and general quick trips around town, out of the Joolz Aer+, Bugaboo Butterfly and the yoyo2 what would you personally recommend if any?
My husband and I usually stick to Yoyo for trips, but we don’t need much space. If you want more space then I’ll say Joolz Aer, but also check Cybex Orfeo – we just got it and it’s honestly like Joolz but folds smaller which means guaranteed on board (British Airways for example does make a fuss about Joolz fitting).
Hi Anna,
Thank you for such wonderful review.
I am looking for a stroller for travelling (fits overhead bin) and also for regular use ( walks on shops, parks). I am torn Between babyzen yoyo and Silver Cross Clic.
Which one would you recommend.
Also have you reviewed Silver cross clic? Sorry if i have missed it.
Yoyo for sure! Clic is bigger, so it will be an issue with it fitting in the cabin. Plus, the seat on Clic is ridiculously angled backwards, even more than on Peg Perego Selfie which was already super reclined even in the most upright position and most kids hate it (and frankly I don’t blame them).
We recently purchased the Zoe traveler but I am slightly disappointed in the style and the ease of the fold and unfold. I can’t tell if I hyped up all travel strollers (and thus should stick with the Zoe) or if I would get a better quality with the Yoyo or LeClerc influencer, the other strollers I was considering. What do you think?
What exactly is the problem with the fold of Zoe? Leclerc Influencer is too big for the overhead cabin.
Amazing post! Would love your opinion, as I’ve officially confused myself by looking at so many options. I have the Vista V2 and want a backup stroller to keep in the car and for minimal airplane travel. I have a super tall baby (32” at 10 mo) and would love something that will last as long as possible. I am also tall (5’10”) and husband is taller (6’6”) – hence the tall baby! So we need something we won’t kick when walking or have to hunch down to grasp the handlebars. I’d love to stay around $250-300 including accessories (cup holder and travel bag would be nice). I keep going back to the ergo baby metro+, inglesina quid, city tour, colugo, Cybex beezy, and, randomly, mom push lithe v2. So, thoughts? Thank you!!
My firstborn was just as tall as yours so I get it, but will tell you not to worry about it that much. I will be real: for a good travel stroller this budget is small especially with accessories, but if you’re fine getting a “bigger” stroller that you will need to gate check when going on an airplane we can work with it. Although don’t worry about a “travel bag” – it’s something you will never use basically, because it’s an extra step of having to put it in a bag and I’m yet to find a person who uses these – unless it’s a big stroller bag for gate checking, but you can get these for $20 online (and I actually recommend it more than the included one as you can stuff extra things in there 😉 )
Out of all the strollers you mentioned personally we like Inglesina Quid and City Tour the most. However, it really depends on what do you want your stroller for.
@Anna Karsten, thanks so much! It would primarily be our “errands” stroller to keep in the car, but we would also use it for travel a couple times a year. I don’t mind gate checking, so something a little bigger works. Because we use the vista as our primary stroller, I don’t want to spend a lot more on a second stroller that’s pretty much a backup for convenience sake. I do like the look of the inglesina quid more than the city tour. Am I overlooking any others you love? Thanks again!!
Within your budget range you might look into Zoe stroller as well. Just to warn you, none of these “cheaper” travel stroller will drive as smoothly as Vista which is understandable due to the size of the wheels alone, so if you want something to drive as smooth get Babyzen Yoyo or Joolz Aer, but as a secondary quick trip stroller Inglesina Quid or Zoe Traveler would do just fine.
Any thoughts on the Mompush Lithe V2?
Full review coming to my other blog – Annainthehouse.com this week actually. It’s a good budget stroller, but I have mixed feelings about calling it a true travel stroller, because it’s still pretty big when folded.
Thanks so much for this thorough review! One issue I have with our current stroller is that my daughter wants to sit up more straight sometimes, but it’s too reclined. Most of these look very reclined at their straightest point. Do you have a recommendation for which one sits up at less of an angle than another?
Unfortunately it’s a very common issue and stroller manufacturers don’t seem to care (in fact, the newer the strollers the more reclined in the most upright positions are :/ ). It’s the worst with any jogging strollers actually. All these have fairly similar angle, but the best solution is to get a bumper bar for the child and get a stroller that has retractable seat (basically, when the child pulls forward the seat moves with them, despite them being strapped in). Strollers that do that are: Babyzen Yoyo, Inglesina Quid, Zoe, Cybex Orfeo.
Love all the information. What are your thoughts on the twist and shake stroller? Have you tried it?
I haven’t tried it and honestly haven’t even heard about it as it’s not really sold anywhere outside of their own website. Just took a look at it though and the seat seems ridiculously angled to a semi-reclined position in the most upright option, so from me it would be a no,
Thank you for this great review! I have the Joolz aer and our first trip abroad will be when my baby is almost 4.5 months old, will we be able to use it at that age? Also at what age do you need a bumper bar? Thank you
Depends on your baby and their ability to sit and hold their head honestly. My first child was ready for the seat at 3.5 months, while my second child wasn’t ready until almost 7 months. Worst case scenario you can get a bassinet that fits on Joolz Aer.
Corrected grammar: Hi, thank you very much for this. It’s very helpful to read your article. I have the uppaBaby vista stroller with all the accessories, and now that I’m planning a trip to Greece, I don’t want to take it since I love it but it’s huge. So, I’m in between buying a secondhand Yoyo+ (2019) in very good condition or a new Baby Jogger City Tour. What are your thoughts about it?
Honestly, both would be great options. Our Yoyo served us well for years and the bonus over it is that is that every airline knows it, so you don’t need to argue about it much when taking it on board. In my situation Yoyo was a winner between these two because I could change the seat fabric when it got nasty after years of abuse and also the ride-on board for the older child offered a seat (vs BabyJogger one doesn’t). Otherwise, either would serve you just fine!
Have you tried or looked at the Delta Clutch? Seems to be pretty decent and at a price of around $100 on sale it’s super affordable, and weighs less than 12lbs too.
Yes I have. It’s a very basic stroller for extremely quick escapades, because the seat is uncomfortable and not suitable for a smaller infant, but then on the other hand the max. height is 40″ and to rest their head comfortably even less, so this stroller really works for an average time between 12 months to max. 2.5 years, but in our case kids were tall so truly by 2 years it was useless.
Hello Anna, love your reviews, thank you so much again. I was hesitating between Ergobaby Metro and Yoyo2. I ordered the Yoyo2 yesterday, very excited to receive it soon. There are people reviewing both and say that Ergobaby is better. Can you tell once again why you wouldn’t chose the Metro over yoyo? Many thanks 🙏
Ergobaby fold requires extra steps and unfolding as well. It also doesn’t have a seat on the buggy board and Yoyo does. Ergo it’s also sometimes a few cm too big for smaller European carriers to fit in the overhead bin :/
Thank you for the reviews! What would you say is the best for a growing 2 year old? I’m torn between the Babyzen Yoyo or Joolz Aer (not sure about the prices though), the Zoe Travel (although the Tour seems nice as well with the wheel option, just not sure about for airplane storage), and initially the Colugo Compact. The options are overwhelming, but with a 2 year old I definitely want something that will last through time and growth.
I’d say no to Colugo for durability. Zoe is a good stroller, but it’s obviously not working as smoothly as Joolz or Yoyo (it is half price, so it makes sense).