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If you are planning a trip to a different country with your child, you will need a travel stroller that is easy-to-fold and can stand alone when closed. Look for a travel pushchair with a large storage basket and a fully reclining seat.
It's also worth ensuring that your pushchair for travel is approved by cabin and has a suitable handle height that is suitable for parents of all heights.
Easily foldable
If you're travelling with your baby, it's important to choose a pushchair that can be folded quickly and easily. It's much easier to fit the stroller into your car's boot or carry it up a flight steps. It must be compact enough to fit in the overhead compartment of a plane.
There are plenty of options to choose from, whether you're searching for a lightweight travel pushchair or one that is fully-sized. The most effective models fold in one hand and can stand on their own when closed. It is also recommended to consider a stroller that is compact and has a large basket to store your luggage.
The Joolz Aer premium travel pushchair is extremely lightweight, compact and can be operated with only one hand. The Joolz Aer is purchased as the form of a bundle, which includes a bassinet for babies as well as leg rests, and rain covers.
Other pushchairs for travel include the Mountain Buggy Colugo, which is smaller and lighter than the Yoyo. It's more costly, but provides a variety of features, such as the ability to fold with one hand and large storage basket. It does not have as much maneuverability and may not fit in the overhead storage spaces of certain flights. The Colugo is a great choice for those looking for a light stroller that they can take on most airlines. It features a dual-sided lock on the wheels that makes it more stable and solid than other strollers. This is a great choice when you are planning to spend a significant portion of your time outdoors or in countries with rough terrain.
Lightweight
The ideal stroller and pushchair for travel is one that you can easily carry and lift. This is true regardless of whether you're climbing steps on public transport or trying to fit it into an overhead luggage compartment on an airplane. It should also be small enough to fit into the car's boot without taking up all the space and freestanding when folded. Some brands have gone a step further, creating strollers that fold up pushchair so small that they can be tucked away in the corner of your seat!
The drawback of lightweight travel pushchairs tends to be that they are less durable than other models. Designers must sacrifice features such as basket space in order to keep them light. They are built to last and can be used on a daily basis and are able to handle uneven pavements. Some even come with the added benefit of being cabin-friendly, so you can take them with you on flights.
If you're planning on using your new pushchair for holiday trips, check that it has a sunshade and rain cover. It is recommended to spend the extra money on a cover that is specifically made for your model instead of a generic cover. It will be more suited to your model and prevent water from entering.
Our top lightweight travel pushchair is the Joie Pact Pro, which is easy to fold and can be opened with just one hand. It's the smallest of the pushchairs in our guide and can fit into small car boot spaces. However, it is still a maneuverable pushchair that's suitable for toddlers and infants from birth to the age of a few years old. It's also cabin friendly, weighing less than 15kg, which means it can be taken to the airport as hand luggage.
Compact
A travel stroller that folds down compactly will ensure it can be easily tucked away in the back of a car. It also fits into overhead storage compartments on boats, planes, or trains. A lightweight and compact travel stroller pushchair will also be much easier to lift in and out of the car and carry up a flight of steps, which is especially crucial if you're going to historic European cities with cobbled streets.
You should look for a one handed folding mechanism that lets you fold the pushchair while carrying your child or other luggage. It is also important to be aware of the weight limit of your travel pushchair, as well as whether you want an recline, a canopy, or footmuff (depending on where you're travelling).
The Gb Pockit stroller, for example, is super lightweight, small and folds up so compactly that it will fit into the cup holders of a cafe chair. Its smaller wheels make it somewhat more difficult to maneuver on rough terrain, but it still manages the job. If you're planning to go on a beach trip or an off-road adventure, you should look for a stroller that is larger and more robust wheels.
The Joie Tourist stroller is a ideal option for families. It weighs only 6kg when folded, and is cabin-approved. This means it can be put on a plane in the overhead compartment. It's also a stylish, cost-effective alternative. We love the smart magnetic buckle and the possibility of it being suitable from birth to 4 years old (as as you purchase a carry cot and car seat adapters).
Easy to Manoeuvre
If you're looking for the best travel pushchair to take on holiday or are looking for something compact and light to put into your car boot, it's important to choose a model easy to maneuver. You'll need a light chassis and a smooth steering mechanism to aid you in your journey through the airport and narrow shopping aisles. Also, you should ensure that the travel pushchair is small enough to fit into a plane's overhead storage compartment when not in use.
Our test participants discovered that the Babyzen YOYO2 is a great option for this, due to its sleek design and premium feeling. The hood is UPF 50 and large enough to fit the baby. The handlebar is sturdy and leathery and our testers found it superior to the handles of other lightweight pushchairs. Our testers were also awed by how easy to maneuver across different terrains but they also noted that the wheels are a bit smaller than those of other models and don't provide the same amount of grip.
The Graco EeZeFold is a great option for parents who want an easy travel system. It is suitable from birth and folds down to fit in the boot of your car or the overhead compartment on a plane. It's a little more expensive than other travel pushchairs however, our test subjects have found it to be worth the cost due to its ease of use and durability.