Don t Make This Silly Mistake When It Comes To Your Strollers

The Lightest, Most Compact and Easiest to Fold Travel Strollers

This stroller is among the lightest and most compact. It's also among the easiest to fold. Despite its size, it offers a good ride, great sun canopy and multi-position recline.

This stroller is an excellent value for less than $100. It's compact and easy to fold away, making it ideal for public transport or to carry over your shoulder.

1. Lightweight

The most important aspect of a great travel stroller is that it must be light and easy to fold. The top prams travel models we tested fold down with just one hand (and sometimes two) and can fit in overhead luggage compartments. They also can roll easily and are compact enough to be easily maneuvered in tight spaces. Some even come with a telescoping handle for parents of different heights. Find a light, easy to carry stroller for your family, whether you're planning to take short trips with a pram newborn or prams pushchairs taking a long-haul journey with an infant.

We evaluated nine strollers that met our minimum size and weight requirements. Each model was tested on city streets, country side walks, and in the airport terminal to assess its ability to maneuver, its the ease of carrying and folding as well as overall comfort for the child.

Our most popular choice is the Babyzen YoYo2 (320) It folds the most easily of the strollers we tested and is able to fit into the overhead bins of planes. Its seat reclines almost flat and is car seat compatible, so it's suitable for babies from birth. Other features that parents will appreciate include a deep undercarriage basket, a bag hook on the handle, and a UPF 50+ canopy which provides plenty of coverage for your child's travels.

Other great options include the Cybex Orfeo ($320), that features a one-handed concertina fold that is extremely lightweight. Its five-point harness, padded and crotch strap will keep your child secure, while the reversible seat as well as a large undercarriage basket will ensure that there is enough space for all their possessions. It's also compatible with the brand's infant car seat which makes it a feasible option for families that start at the age of birth.

The Coya TRVL ($320) is another one-handed fold that is one-step with car seat compatibility as well as a large canopy. It's more expensive than the other models in the same category, but offers additional features such as a large cupholder, a parent pocket, an adjustable handlebar to accommodate parents of different heights, and a comfortable carry strap. The simplicity of the model does not mean it's as durable, as relative to other models in this class.

2. Easy to fold

A travel stroller should be simple to open and shut when you're out and about. If you're carrying a bag of groceries or kids in your arms you shouldn't have to wrestle with a complex stroller to close it. Even with only one hand, most convenient strollers for travel can be folded up quickly and compactly. A lot of them have padded straps that you can comfortably wear over your shoulders.

In our tests In our tests, the Libelle stroller scored well for its easy folding and compactness. It also has other nice features. It rolls smoothly on all surfaces, and has an extensive canopy that gives enough coverage. It's also light and stands by itself when folded. This makes it easy to keep in storage.

We suggest that parents who want their stroller to fit in the overhead bins of planes and are looking for models that are guaranteed to fit. The Munchkin Sparrow, for example, fits nicely into the smallest fold and comes with a handy protective travel cover, but it comes with no recliner, and a tiny cargo space that can only accommodate a small bag or diaper bag (no backpacks).

The Babyzen Yoyo 2 is another option. It folds concertina-style fashion, but it also features a reversible seating arrangement to ride face-to-face or back-to-back. Our editor found it easy to open and close, but she wasn't thrilled by how the handle slides behind the seat when folded.

The most recent type of travel stroller is the tri-fold, which folds in thirds and provides the perfect combination of compactness and features. The UPPAbaby Minu for example, has a reversible seat, an unstructured rear storage pouch, and a lockable clasp that keeps it folded. It's a little bigger than the umbrella models of the brand, but it folds far more compactly than G-Luxe and G-Link counterparts. It also comes with an adjustable carry strap that can be slung over your shoulder.

3. Easy to store

The best strollers fold up into smaller, compact size that's easy to fit in the trunk of your car or squeeze into the overhead bin of a plane. Some have a strap that can be used to carry the stroller on your shoulder, so that your hands won't be tired. They also tend to be lighter than standard strollers, which can make them easier to carry and lift when you're ready for a quick walk around the neighborhood or at the airport.

This stroller performed exceptionally well on our durability tests and was easy to maneuver over all types of surfaces. From smooth hardwoods to shag flooring, this stroller is a great choice. However, some of our testers noted that it's a little thin and the handlebar does not have any padding to help keep your hands comfy. The size of the basket should also be taken into consideration. It is on the small side and some parents have reported that it was difficult to squeeze a large size diaper bag inside it.

In general, we suggest calling your airline ahead of time to verify their specific guidelines regarding the use of strollers on planes as they may differ. This is important if you plan to gate-check a stroller. You can then use it on the plane and navigate through the airport without the stroller.

If you're looking for a simple stroller that's light and folds down to an extremely compact size, the Contours Itsy is a great option. The Contours Itsy comes completely assembled and all you need to do is put in the bumper bar. It has a cup holder for the parent, as well as a back pocket. However, it does not have an over-sized basket. This could limit your ability pack essentials for a long trip.

If you're a frequent traveler we suggest you consider a more robust stroller that has better features and can hold more cargo. The UPPAbaby Mini for instance, has many of its G-Luxe or G-Link siblings with features, but it is more compact and folds faster. It's also slightly sturdier than an umbrella stroller, and it has a padded carrying strap to take some of the weight off your shoulders.

4. Confortable

Comfort is key when using strollers over long durations of time. Seats with a lot of padding and a recline system that can be adjusted to different angles are the best. Take note of whether the canopy extends for sun protection and if the mesh windows promote airflow. Consider a model that has an organizer for parents and a cupholder as well as an enormous basket underneath the seat, if you have to carry things around. When shopping for a travel jogger for older children be sure to look at the age range. Also, think about whether your child is comfortable in the seat even without an infant car-seat.

It is also crucial to think about the way a stroller moves. It needs to maneuver effortlessly over a variety of surfaces including smooth hardwoods and shag carpets to cobblestones, and gravel. It should also be able to navigate stairs and curbs without difficulty. Choose a lightweight stroller for those who are planning to do a lot of walking during your journey. This will help to prevent leg and back pain.

A quality stroller for travel system prams is also easy to use. It should assemble in under 30 seconds and snap up securely when you put it in the right place. It must also be able to fold flat and fit in the car's boot or the overhead compartment of a plane. It should also be upright when folded, so you can carry it around using one hand and then hold your child in the other.

For parents looking for a high-quality lightweight stroller for their child, the Joie Tourist is a great alternative. It has various recline positions, to allow your child to rest comfortably. The canopy extends to provide ample sun protection, with UPF protection. It also comes with a rain cover and a coffee cup holder and a footmuff. Charlotte is thrilled the fact that the car seat is suitable for infants to four years old and does not require an adapter separately.