Compact Pushchair Reviews
A compact stroller that is lightweight will be the ideal choice for
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These strollers are light and practical and easy to navigate over cobblestones. Plus, they can be easily stored in the overhead compartments of planes.
Lightweight
The most compact pushchairs are lightweight to carry, and even more importantly, easy to fold. They're usually easy to fold with one hand and take up less room when folded than large buggies. This makes them an excellent option for those with limited storage space in your home or are worried about space limitations when travelling particularly by plane.
They also have a small footprint when closed, which allows you to walk through tight spaces. These are the best choice if you have an apartment, or want something lightweight and easy to walk around in. However, they can be uncomfortable for older children, especially if they require them to extend their legs in order to move around.
There are many different types of folds to choose from, some can be completed with just one hand, while others require two hands or a bit more effort. Some are designed to fit into the baggage allowances for cabin baggage on many flights, or can be carried on your shoulder using a strap or handle.
In terms of a very light pushchair, our favorite is the Silver Cross Dune. The Silver Cross Dune is compact and offers all the thoughtful features and a smart design that you would expect from this heritage brand. It also has a very easy to fold, and, like the Contours Itsy, it comes in a box that is fully assembled. It's a great choice for parents who are travelling a lot with their baby. It fits in most car trunks and small trunk spaces.
The Cybex Mios is another option. It straddles the two types of pushchairs as a fully-functioning system that is agile. It can be used from birth in a parent-facing mode, but then switched to world-facing as your child grows older, and it also comes with a comfortable recline that is nap-worthy. It's not as compact as the Libelle, but it does come in a smaller package and is much easier to use on flat surfaces. It's not the ideal choice for rocky terrain, however. Its other selling point is its low cost and outstanding durability tests.
Easy to store
The Joie Pact Pro is the ideal travel buggy, folding up so small that it can fit into an overhead luggage compartment, and weighing so little you'll barely feel it in your car boot. It's also a great day-to-day stroller, and our test-driver Hollie found it easy to steer, even when she was juggling her toddler. She loved the adjustable handle with lockable wheels, as well as the reclining seat. However, she noted that it was not particularly comfortable. But she also appreciates the fact that you can include extras like an reversible, washable seat liner, rain cover, and the foot muff.
The Babyzen YOYO fold pushchair is another stroller that folds down compactly. It's not as streamlined as the Cybex Libelle but it's still an attractive package that is easy to slide into car boot and trunks. It also has more newborn options than some other travel buggies, with the option to add a bassinet or newborn cot as well as a custom ride-on board for older children and a double seat adapter.
It isn't the most compact buggy to drive on rough or
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The Cosatto Bee6 offers a remarkably streamlined list of features for its affordable price. It can fold down to the size of a backpack and weighs only 6kg, making it an ideal travel buggy to carry on trains and planes. It's also easy to steer, and our MFM test rider Matt found it to be enjoyable to steer, even with a large toddler was on board. The hood is also a benefit, since it can be lowered to shade you and protect from rain and sun. It's ideal for nap time. Its only downside is that there's no storage under the seat and you'll have to carry or carefully hang your bag on the handlebars (against the advice of a professional!). You can also buy an additional changing bag holder for this buggy to make it a perfect holiday buggy.
Easy to Manoeuvre
The wheels on compact pushchairs may appear small, but they usually are surprisingly efficient, navigating narrow shopping aisles or rough terrain easily. The Micralite is a great example. Despite having small wheels, it is able to handle bumpy pavements easily, turn sharply on narrow roads and even tackle some light gravel without much difficulty. It also has a smooth steering system that is easy to steer using just one hand. It folds down into an elegant and compact package which fits perfectly in its accompanying carrying case.
The majority of compact pushchairs were created for older babies or toddlers. However, a growing number of them have an option for lying flat or the option to add a carrycot (or car seat) so that they can be used from the moment of birth. These clever concertina or Z-fold buggies are usually lightweight at around 6-8kg and can be cabin approved on a variety of airlines, making them perfect for travel. MFM Editor Gemma says she has used it on many occasions and has found it easy to use and to store.
If you are looking for a compact folding option, then the YOYO is a great choice. It was the first buggy to feature this feature. It's still a highly sought-after option, with a lot of parents choosing it over its competitors thanks to its clever details and its superior performance. It's a great option for frequent travelers, particularly if they want to avoid the stress of waiting in lines at baggage pickup by bringing their stroller with them.
The YOYO is also available in an extremely compact size, and fits into its carry bag easily and with some space to spare. It's a great choice for frequent travelers, particularly those who have to pack lots of things into their luggage. It's also incredibly versatile. You can purchase many accessories, including a newborn baby bassinet, bespoke riding board, and twin travel bundles to turn it into tandem. You can also get an umbrella and rain cover to give you extra security.
Comfortable
Hollie is our reviewer who recommends the Silver Cross model to parents seeking a light and compact pushchair. It's easy-to-use and fits into the trunk of your car. Its maneuverability and reclining seat are among the top in our tests. It has a parent's tray and the storage basket which can be used to fit small backpacks, and excellent sun-cover options.
Some compact-folding pushchairs fold down so tiny that they're suitable for air travel in a cabin and are ideal for when you travel frequently or have a tight car space in the boot. They're usually very light so they're easy to carry around and can be used with a travel system, if you opt for a model with a lie-flat seat or comes with an optional newborn pod or one of two luxurious folding carrycots.
The most important thing to remember when choosing a travel buggy is that not all models are equal. Some manufacturers claim that their compact folding pushchairs can easily be folded with just one hand. Others may require more effort or two hands to fold it. It's also worth determining if the seat has a recline. Some are completely flat, while others have only an incline that may be fine for toddlers but not for infants.
Make sure that the model you pick is suitable for your travel plans.