Choosing a Lightweight
Holiday PushchairIf you're planning to jet off or replacing your old buggy to take on a trip, picking the right lightweight travel pushchair will ensure that your journey is smooth. Our test participants were looking for a stroller which was lightweight easy to fold and durable enough for daily use.
They also wanted something that could fit in the limited space of trains, planes and boats.
Lightweight
When you're travelling with kids, it's important to have a light pushchair. This means that it will be easy to transport and will take up less space in your accommodations. It will also be easier to maneuver on a plane, train or bus. You'll need a pushchair with a large storage basket to fit all the clothes and other essentials. It should come with locking swivel casters with lockable swivels that can take on rough and smooth terrain.
One of the most lightweight holiday
pushchairs and buggies we've tried is the Babyzen Yoyo2. It features a compact, curved frame with high-end monochrome fabric. It has a sturdy and hooded hood to protect your child from the sun and an holder for cups. It can be folded with one hand. It is available in black, grey, toffee or red and is priced very affordably.
Another great lightweight holiday pushchair is the Joie Tourist. This stylish stroller comes in a stunning shade of gray. It's also incredibly light at just 6kg and folds down to the size of an average suitcase. It's perfect for parents who need a pushchair that is easy to travel with. It can be used as a stroller, with the seat in a reclined position.
If you're planning to travel with twins, consider a lightweight double stroller such as the Mountain Buggy nano duo. It's the lightest and most compact double pushchair on the market, and it's also very affordable. It's easy to fold and unfold and it comes with a large storage basket to store your equipment. It comes with a large canopy, locking swivels wheels, and is able to handle rougher terrain.
A lightweight pushchair must include a compact fold mechanism and be easy to carry. This will make it easy to carry in taxis, trains and buses and to climb and descend steps and escalators while carrying your child in tow. The Joie Tourist is a great alternative, since it comes with a simple one-handed folding mechanism that can be tucked away in an overhead locker on flights. It also comes with a large hood to shield your child from the sun's rays and a comfortable adjustable handlebar.
Easy to manoeuvre
Whether you're jet-setting for holidays or you just want an easy-to-use buggy to use at home or when visiting with friends A lightweight travel pushchair ticks the box. There are a variety of options, including ones that come with a range of accessories, like a newborn bassinet and rain cover, or a toddler legrest so their legs don't dangle. They may feel fragile due to their shorter frame and a less complicated suspension than buggies that are larger. However, our MFM testers found that all of them were able to handle.
A high-quality, lightweight holiday pushchair will be easy to manoeuvre and have an ample storage basket so you can carry a lot of things you need with you. It should be able of standing on its own when folded, so that it can be pushed through airports and into the boot of a car without taking up space for luggage. The ability to fold and unfold using one hand is a major advantage, especially for those traveling on your own. It is also important to choose a stroller that can go up and down stairs and on and off the escalators.
Our MFM reviews found the Graco Eezefold pushchair to be really easy to move and even when fully loaded it is sturdy enough to cope with cobbles and uneven roads. It is also simple to use on public transportation and fits in the end racks of train cars (with the seat still attached). It's suitable for babies as young as. It's available in various colours and with a variety of accessories, like bassinets for newborns. It's also available as twin travel bundles.
Easy to fold
The Britax Holiday is a compact and lightweight pushchair that folds down to fit into the overhead storage area or in the trunk of a car. It's also cabin-friendly and makes it easy to travel by air. It can be carried on your shoulders using the included strap. It's a bit tricky to use initially, but once you get the hang of it, it's a great little stroller for excursions in the city.
Our testers tested it on daily excursions, from quick dashes for the shops to strolls in the park, and even longer trips to visit friends and family abroad. They loved how manoeuvrable it was in every environment and how easy to fold and carry. It has a roomy shopping basket, a large hood for rain protection and a handy cup holder that's a good fit for a travel mug. It's a great pushchair to toddlers and babies from birth until 4 years old.
It's so simple to open and close, even when you are in a rush or have a lot on your hands. It's also a remarkably comfortable pushchair to drive and recline feature is easy for young children to use. It's not equipped with the additional support that a bassinet or carrycot offers infants and is not suitable as a travel buggy.
We have a rigorous test process that combines the expertise of our panel with our consumer research to create a robust buying guide. We have narrowed down our selection of strollers by eliminating those that weigh more than 7kg, and that can't fold down compactly. We've also made sure the products we've picked are available at a range of prices to meet all budgets. This lets you choose the ideal travel pushchair for your requirements.
Easy to store
You'll be into and out of trains and taxis as well as going up and down escalators and stairs with your child. It's therefore important to select a lightweight pushchair that is easy to store and move. Find one that folds down to the size of a small space and stands up when open or folds into a compact flat fold so it occupies less space in your accommodation. A freestanding storage basket can be useful if you have to stow the pushchair away when you're not in use.
If you are looking for a stroller that is suitable from birth the EeZeFold stroller from Graco is a fantastic choice. It features a clever compact fold and hood as well as a rain cover to shield your child from the sun. It is also compatible with car seats, so you can use it from birth to toddler. There are a variety of accessories like a bassinet or a wheeled board for tired toddlers.
During the testing, it was easy to maneuver and navigate cobbles and bumpy roads easily. It was surprisingly sturdy for a lightweight and compact buggy. The only drawback was that the seat couldn't recline, but as it's intended for travel this shouldn't be a problem. The handle bar is fixed at high levels and isn't extremely adjustable, however it still felt comfortable for both short and tall adults during our test.