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Best Travel Prams - Lightweight Strollers That Are Quick to Fold and Easy to Operate
Lightweight strollers need to be quick to fold and easy to use. The best travel prams also come with a compact fold that easily fits in overhead bins or smaller car boots and can accommodate an infant car seat.
The BabyZen Yoyo2 is the pram and car seat that parents prefer to use for their children who travel, thanks to its super-lightweight design that's gate-check compatible and its compact fold. It also has a fantastic turn radius, and a close-to-flat recline.
UPPAbaby G-Luxe
With a reputation for well-designed products that are both attractive and feature-packed, UPPAbaby G-Luxe is an excellent choice for parents looking to travel. The stroller is extremely lightweight and folds down to an extremely compact size for transport. It also features a convenient front wheel lock that ensures the stroller is stable when it is in use and a fixed canopy that provides ample shade from the sun. It is easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous storage basket.
Unlike the more expensive models in the UPPAbaby family the G-Luxe is quite affordable and comes with a variety of extras, including the parent cup holder as well as rain cover. It also comes with a handy one-step brake system, tall handles that make it easier for parents of all heights to push, and an easy-to-use hand-level folding process that makes it easy to carry the stroller.
The UPPAbaby G-Luxe comes with a modern, sturdy frame design that emulates the VISTA and CRUZ strollers, as well as a new front-end design with a single-wheeled that enhances mobility and has a larger, more expansive canopy with the ability to pop out a sunshade with SPF 50+. It also features a large storage basket and a back-of-seat pocket that is accessible from the back.
The G-Luxe was the top performer in our tests of noise however, it wasn't the best in its class when it came to performance and durability. It also had the lowest number of recline positions when compared to all of our test models and its rear-facing model is not suitable for children under two years older.
While the UPPAbaby G-Luxe was not able to get our top umbrella stroller award, it was still an excellent contender and has many of the features that make our top picks so loved by families. It is 16 lbs, has a compact footprint when folded, but it is not as compact. Summer Infant 3D Lite weighs 2 pounds less than the G Luxe and folds down to the size of a smaller. It's a great choice for those looking for a lightweight travel stroller.
BabyZen Yoyo2
The BabyZen Yoyo2 is a pram that delivers what's on the tin. It's easy to use, lightweight, and stylish. It's designed to fit in with city life but it is also suitable to travel. It's more expensive than the other options on this list but it's among the few that have an umbrella for rain.
Five Frenchmen founded BabyZen to develop a stroller that was light and suitable for urban use. The YOYO2 is their latest version. The YOYO2 is a truly unique folding and unfolding mechanism that can be accomplished with one hand. It's also compact and light and can be carried on the shoulder. It is able to be used from the moment of birth and has a bassinet that can be used for newborns. It's then able to be converted into a seat once your baby is at the next stage. You can also include a car seat to make it an entire travel system.
In terms of features in terms of features, the YOYO2 has great suspension that can take on tough terrain well and it's extremely easy to push around. It has a big storage basket and a good-sized zip pocket behind the seat that is convenient for your wallet, phone or snacks. It can be connected to other YOYOs to accommodate larger families, and it's compatible with all Babyzen accessories, including the footmuff and the large shopping bag.
The only drawback of the YOYO2 would be that it's not ideal for long walks on cobblestones, or in parks. It's a smooth ride, but it may not be as durable as a product designed for more rugged terrain. However, if you only intend to use it for short city walks or to do errands, it will do the job very well. The YOYO2 is simple to get into and out of the boot of my Honda Civic and it will easily fit in the footwell as well. It is also smaller than people's hand luggage, running Pushchair meaning it is ideal for flying with children.
Summer Infant 3D Lite
The Summer Infant 3D Lite stroller is a lightweight, convenient stroller with lots of features. It folds into a small package to make it easy to carry and store. It is the lightest stroller that we tested and is among the top budget options available. It is not suitable for daily use because it doesn't have a bassinet, or a car seat however it is perfect for travel.
It can hold the toddler comfortably. The seat is positioned almost flat to facilitate diaper changes or napping. The 5-point harness can be adjusted to three different height positions. The storage basket is spacious and has an extra cup holder in the back for parents to use. The canopy has an open-air window made of fabric and a separate pocket that is zippered to store smaller items.
This stroller, just like the UPPAbaby G-Luxe can be used on smooth surfaces, but can get stuck in cracks when we test it on rough terrain. The wheels are made of plastic and have a higher frequency of vibration than the average for our test group. It has a shorter carrying strap than most of the strollers we tested, making it more difficult to carry when you are carrying a heavy bag.
The 3Dlite folds in just four seconds and unfolds in just six. There are a few steps in the process: lifting the lever in the back center to release a latch, pushing down the latch on the right back side and then pushing the handles down. While these are not the fastest or most slow fold and unfold times of any stroller, they are nevertheless fairly quick. It also has relatively higher handle bars, which can be a problem for shorter people.
The Summer Infant 3D Lite has one major disadvantage It doesn't have a sunshade. It has a huge canopy however it doesn't provide much protection for your child when walking with them facing the sunlight. It comes with a retractable visor that can provide some protection when fully open however it doesn't protect the head of your baby.
Zoe Traveler
The Zoe Traveler is the perfect stroller for people who want lightweight, compact strollers. This stroller is not only lightweight, but it can also fold down to the size of a carry-on luggage! This is an important feature in our books. It also includes sun canopy and a parent console, as well as various other accessories like the ability to carry a backpack for travel and cross-body or single shoulder straps, a kid's snack tray and a weather cover.
Zoe was founded as a family-owned business and they pride themselves on making products that give parents with the best value as their children grow. This philosophy is evident in their line of strollers, which includes a range from a basic umbrella model to an expandable twin double with reclined seats. The strollers offered by this company are some of the best available and offer the most value for money.
We tried the Zoe Traveler to see how it compares to competition in terms of ease of use and performance. We looked at a variety of factors such as the fold and unfold, storage, maneuverability, and safety. We found that this stroller is easy to fold and unfold, but it does take a bit of effort with one hand. It's not as smooth as its competitors. It's not the best choice for taller parents as the handlebars are only 40 inches high. This can make it uncomfortable for long rides.
Storage is essential in a stroller, particularly when you're traveling. This factor accounts for 25 percent of the overall score. The Zoe Traveler scored 7 out of 10. A small bin is situated in the back seat. It can accommodate the diaper bag or a jacket or coat. It's unlikely to hold an entire day's worth of items.
The seats on the Zoe Traveler are comfortable, however, they're not the best spacious in our test group. They're averagely cushioned and have two reclining settings. The recline can be adjusted easily by using one hand, however it takes two to get it back to a straight position.