How to Choose the Best Travel Pushchair

If you're planning a trip to another country with your infant or toddler, you'll need a travel pushchair that folds easily and freestanding when it is closed. Look for a travel pushchair with a large basket as well as a fully reclining seat.

It is also important to ensure that your stroller is cabin-approved, and has a handle height that is comfortable for parents of any height.

It is easily foldable

When you are travelling with your child, it is important to choose a stroller that can be folded easily and quickly. This will make it easier to move the stroller in and out of your car's boot or to carry it up the stairs. It must also be small enough to fit into the overhead storage compartment of an airplane, too.

There are many choices, whether you're looking for pushchairsandprams a light travel pushchair or one that's fully-sized. The most effective models fold with just one hand and stand on their own when closed. Choose a compact stroller with large baskets that can carry your luggage.

The Joolz Aer premium travel pushchair is super lightweight compact and able to be operated with just one hand. It can be bought in the form of a bundle that includes a baby bassinet, as well as other accessories to meet your needs such as a rain cover and leg rests.

Mountain Buggy Colugo is another stroller that's smaller and lighter. It's more expensive but still provides a variety of features, such as a one-handed fold and large storage basket. It doesn't have the same slick maneuverability as the Yoyo and might not fit into overhead storage on some flights. The Colugo is a great option for those looking for a lightweight, portable stroller they can use on any airline. It features a dual-sided lock on the wheels, which makes it more stable and sturdy than other strollers. This is an excellent option when you are planning to spend a significant portion of time outside or in countries with rough terrain.

Lightweight

The ideal travel pushchair is the one that's easy to lift and carry regardless of whether you're climbing stairs on public transport or fitting it into the overhead luggage compartment on a plane. It should also be small enough to fit in the tiny car boot without taking up too much space and freestanding when folded. Some brands have gone even further and created strollers that can be folded so compactly they can be put in the corner of a car seat!

The downside to lightweight travel pushchairs tends to be that they are less durable than other models. This is because the designers must sacrifice features such as basket space in order to keep them light. They are generally durable enough to be used for a long time and can handle uneven pavements. Some even come with the added benefit of being cabin-friendly so you can take them with you on flights.

Check that your new travel pushchair comes with a rain cover and a sunshade in case you plan to take it on vacation. It is recommended to spend the extra money for a cover that is specifically made for your model instead of a generic one. It will be more suited to your model and prevent water from entering.

Our favorite lightweight travel pushchair is the Joie Pact Pro, which is easy to fold and open by one hand. It's the smallest model in our guide and can be popped into tight car boots however, it's still an easy-to-manoeuver pushchair suitable for baby and toddler from birth to around a few years old. It's also suitable for use in cabins since it weighs less than 15kg, which means you can take it on board with your luggage.

Compact

Getting a travel pushchair that folds in a compact way will make it possible for it to be easily tucked away in the trunk of a car. It also can be tucked away in the overhead storage compartments of trains, planes or boats. A small and lightweight travel stroller will also be much easier to lift into and out of your car and take up a flight steps, which is especially crucial if you're going to the old European cities with cobbled streets.

It is recommended to look for a one handed folding mechanism that allows you to fold the pushchair while holding your child or additional luggage. Consider the weight limit and whether or not you want a footmuff, deep canopy or recline your travel pushchair (depending the location you're traveling to).

The Gb Pockit for instance is extremely light and small that it is so compact that it can fit into the cup holders of cafe seats. Its smaller wheels make it a little more difficult to maneuver on rough terrain, however it's still capable of doing the job. If you're planning to take an off-road adventure or you want a more robust stroller for the beach, look for a travel pushchair with larger and more sturdy wheels.

The Joie Tourist stroller is a popular choice for families. It weighs just 6kg when folded and it is certified for cabin use. This means it can be put on a plane in the overhead compartment. It's also a stylish and inexpensive option. We love the smart magnetic buckle, and the possibility of it being suitable from birth to 4 years old (as long as you buy the carry cot and car seat adapters).

Easy to Manoeuvre

If you're searching for the ideal travel pushchair to take on vacation or something light and compact to put in the car boot, it's important to choose a model that's easy to manoeuvre. You'll want a lightweight chassis and a smooth steering mechanism to aid you in your journey through the airport and narrow shopping aisles. When not in use, you'll need to ensure that your travel pushchair can fit in the overhead compartment of an airplane.

Our testers felt that the Babyzen YOYO2 was the best choice due to its sleek design and premium feeling. The hood is UPF 50 and wide enough to cover the baby's. The handlebar feels solid and leathery which our testers deemed superior to the handles of other light pushchairs. Our testers were impressed by how easy it was for them to maneuver over different terrains, but they did not like the wheels were smaller and did not offer enough grip.

The Graco DuoRider Double Pushchair: Lightweight Birth to 3 Years EeZeFold pushchair is another good choice for parents who want an infant travel system. It's suitable from birth and folds down to a small size, so it's easy to stow in your car's boot or in an overhead compartment on a flight. It's more expensive than some other travel pushchairs, but our test participants found it worth the extra money for its ease of use and long-lasting use.