The best pushchairs, prams and buggies for safe travel with your baby

The Nuna TRIV Next was awarded Silver and Gold for Best Pushchair at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 and 2024.

If you live in a city or travel a lot, this compact pushchair should be on your radar. This total must-have bundle includes a pram, car seat and carrycot, so you've got every essential covered. The Nuna TRIV™ is cleverly designed with a seat that can face both ways and fold both ways and can easily convert to a travel system.

In terms of comfort, one reviewer said their child isn't great at napping, "but there seemed to be something about this pram that helped him get off to sleep quickly and comfortably". They also added that it's easy to manoeuvre and good for getting into tight spaces, plus slots nicely into the boot of the car.

Our testers liked that the ring adaptor can even fold with the frame, creating the perfect sidekick to your everyday adventures. For a quick trip to the supermarket or getting across town, our reviewers said that the TRIV is user-friendly, packs up quickly, folds with one hand and stands on its own, keeping your busy hands free. However, our testers didn't think the suspension was great. That aside, this is still proof that great things can come in small packages.

Read our full Nuna TRIV Next review.

The Ocarro won a Gold Award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.

Ideal for rural and suburban living, this pushchair has a large, robust design perfect for all-terrain journeys. Our testers were impressed with how the dual suspension can handle the ups and downs of off-roading while the baby stays snug and cosy in the large, padded seat.

The iconic one-hand fold makes life easier, especially if you're caught in the rain, like one of our reviewers during testing. And with its reflective wheel rims for nighttime walks, this means its tough tyres can be taken anywhere. And also a premium pushchair that typically offers superior features, quality, and comfort compared to standard models, the cost is also worth it, as its ergonomically-designed with a 5-point safety harness.

The Mamas & Papas Ocarro stores away easily, even with the stroller seat on, ready for the next adventure, but be warned; it doesn't stand up easily when folded. Other features our reviewers loved are the fact that the hood comes down quite far, the zip to let some air in and the flap to check your baby, for peace of mind.

Read our full Mamas & Papas Ocarro review.

The Silver Cross Tide was awarded Silver for Best Pushchair at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Designed for busy families, the three-in-one Silver Cross Tide comes complete with a stylish chassis, a carrycot for travelling straight from the start and a pushchair seat unit that reverses and reclines, although this does come at a price and some testers thought it was expensive. We liked that this exciting travel solution is equally comfortable in the urban jungle as it is on off-road adventures.

Our parent testers agreed that the Silver Cross Tide is a versatile pram, balancing function and size without compromising on comfort. One reviewer noted its thoughtful features, such as "the extendable hood/canopy with ventilation panel" and "the magnetic style buckle [which is] so much easier than other major pram brands I have used".

Crafted from high-quality materials (in true Silver Cross style), it provides a smooth, well-padded ride for your little one, and folds down compactly without needing to remove the seat. The only negative? We'd love to see more colourways available, but we're really trying hard to find any cons at all.

Read our full Silver Cross Tide review.

The Joie Litetrax Pro was awarded Bronze for Best Pushchair at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

The Joie Litetrax 4 allows your child to travel in comfort and style from birth to four years old. We liked the fully reclining seat which allows newborns to travel in the lie-flat position and converts into a travel system with Joie's 0+ car seats.

It also includes an adjustable leg rest and a large hood with a ventilated panel, plus a "good size rain cover which covers the whole pushchair perfectly", according to our reviewers.

The Litetrax 4's swivel wheels allow for easy steering and lock into a fixed position for better control over bumpy surfaces, although testers did not think it handled rough terrain well. It has a simple one-hand fold function, which our testers agreed is great for parents on the go, and can easily be folded away.

Read our full Joie Litetrax Pro travel stroller review.

Our parent testers loved the Thule Spring for its lightweight design, making it easy to carry up and down steps. Its three-wheel configuration offers excellent mobility, with one mum commenting, “The 3 wheels make the mobility great, whether you’re pushing the stroller across the grass at the park or navigating narrow aisles in a shop.” The stroller’s performance across different terrains, including city streets, grass, and beaches, is impressive. The foam-filled wheels ensure a smooth ride, ideal if your baby is napping, while the easy-to-adjust reclining seat adds to their comfort.

The canopy is a standout feature, providing good sun protection and additional coverage when needed, thanks to its extendable zip compartment. “If you’re caught unprepared out in the rain you know that the canopy can be unzipped and extended further.” One mum tester said. The mesh panel allows parents to monitor their child easily and the adjustable handlebar makes it more comfortable for taller parents, promoting better posture. Parents also love the simple foot lock system, with a double locking feature providing extra safety on inclines. The five-point harness ensures your baby’s security, adding to your peace of mind. 

One of the most appreciated aspects is the user-friendly design, including a single-hand fold mechanism for quick and easy transportation. Its compact size allows it to fit conveniently in a car boot alongside other items. “Its compact size is ideal”, said our tester. “I can even fit it in the back of the car alongside my Golden Retriever with ease.” She continued.

Read our full Thule Spring review

**The UPPAbaby Cruz V2 was shortlisted in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.
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With large wheels, dual-action rear suspension and front suspension, the UPPAbaby Cruz V2 is one of the smoothest rides in the business. Don't let that fool you, though, it still folds down into a compact package for easy storage and transportation, is lightweight and is easy to manoeuvre. If you want the full package, you will need to purchase the carrycot or newborn insert separately, so it is an investment.

Our parent testers found this pushchair extremely comfortable to use. The brake, handle, and suspension worked efficiently, and the folding mechanism was quick and easy. Our tester, Hannah, found that the basket space was "big enough for a large change bag and several shopping bags", which will definitely make life easier.

Read our full UPPAbaby Cruz V2 review.

**The Nuna MIXX Next won a Silver award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.
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Ready for any terrain, the Nuna MIXX Next has an all-wheel suspension and can be manoeuvred with one hand. The seat can be folded flat for a deep, relaxed sleep, which our testers loved, although there aren't many recline options overall. It packs away into a neat little bundle, making it great for those with limited boot space.

Our parent testers liked the overall height and look of this pushchair, commenting on how stylish it is - and they really loved the phone pouch. They also liked how easy it is to switch from parent-facing to front-facing, plus the amount of storage space, and the comfortable leather-look handles. They raved about the carrycot, telling us, "The sun shield on the carrycot is excellent, with lots of options for varying shade and air ventilation, and the magnetic fastening is a clever and neat way to attach. The mattress on the carrycot feels very padded and comfortable."

Read our full Nuna Mixx Next review.

The Joie Versatrax was shortlisted in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.

This elegant pushchair is as easy to fold as it is on the eye – the handy quick release on the back of the seat will have you packed up and ready to go in the blink of an eye, whether the seat is fixed forward or rear facing.

We loved how the clever freestanding-when-folded design also makes it easy to lift and store, although the handlebar can be a bit temperamental. The Joie Versatrax handles like a dream thanks to the Sweet StrideTM single front swivel wheels, all-wheel suspension and one-touch brakes.

Our parent tester really liked the foldability of the pram, plus its robustness and high-quality build, noting that the thick wheels are great for different terrains. She also noted that the easy-pull handle is "such a great feature and makes getting it in and out of the car so easy."

Read our full Joie Versatrax review.

We love that the Bugaboo Butterfly stroller arrives pre-assembled, requiring only the attachment of the seat in-lay. Although it is designed for children six months and older, it can accommodate newborns with additional adaptors and a compatible car seat, sold separately. The Butterfly’s stylish design comes in three colour options on a sleek black chassis, maintaining Bugaboo’s aesthetic appeal.

The stroller is lightweight, ensuring smooth and effortless pushing and steering on various terrains. “While the wheels are quite small, this didn’t affect how the Butterfly tackled bumpy surfaces and having tested the stroller on a variety of terrains, I found it faired comfortably on the likes of cobbles and steps” our tester commented. The brake system, though requiring some force, is centrally located and secure. The stroller’s standout feature is its fold mechanism: a simple push of two buttons collapses it, making it compact enough to fit into aeroplane overhead lockers and easy to store at home or in a car.

The seat is spacious, accommodating children up to four years old, with a 56cm high backrest. “It’s important for me to be able to get the most out of my baby products” commented our tester, “and I feel confident that the Butterfly with its 56cm high backrest (63cm in total with the headspace included) will last my daughter until she is four due to its spacious seat.” She said. The reclining seat, while not fully flat, is comfortable and easily adjusted. The extended sun canopy provides ample shade and includes a mesh panel for ventilation and visibility. The under-seat basket is surprisingly large for a compact stroller, holding up to 8kg of storage and accessible from both the front and back. “The flexible opening in the rear was handy when popping things in and out as with previous strollers, I’ve found a bit of manoeuvring was needed.” Our tester said.

Read our full Bugaboo Butterfly review

Offering multiple configurations, both as a single or double stroller, the Bugaboo Donkey 5 is versatile, easy to push, and compatible with multiple car seats. If you're thinking of expanding your family, you can easily convert it in a few easy clicks so it can carry two children. Our feature and reviews editor considers the Donkey 5 "the equivalent of owning the road in a Range Rover" with a lot of "well-thought-out parts that make the difference as a parent".

She notes that the build is ultra-high quality, feels cushioned on various terrains and, considering its size, is easily manoeuvred, even on the spot, helped by the large single wheels.

Read our full Bugaboo Donkey 5 review.

The YOYO² is loved by celebrities across the globe, and for good reason. It's versatile, extremely lightweight (just 6.2kg!) and ideal for city dwellers and those who fly regularly. Suitable from birth with the newborn pack or bassinet (both sold separately) or from six months as a stroller, it's compact enough to be carried over your shoulder, easily folding down. It comes in several delightful shades, and there's a good range of accessories to choose from.

We found it easy to put together, although we did follow the YouTube video rather than the picture-only instructions, and it feels well-made. It is a little on the small side, so taller parents might find they have to bend down quite a lot - the handlebar doesn't adjust, which we'd have liked to see. Also, the wheels aren't quite hardy enough to tackle tough terrains; it's definitely better as a city pram.

Read our full BABYZEN YOYO2 review.

Parents loved how easy this pram was to fold and its overall size. Assembly was straightforward, requiring only wheel attachment and cot expansion, and although there was some initial difficulty with unclear diagrams, the demo video on the Joolz website was very useful. “The demonstrator in the video managed to click components in place with ease, whereas I had to use some force. This may be because it was the first time setting up the cot.” Our mum tester said. The pushchair arrives in fully recyclable packaging, with a fun cut-out template for kids to play with.

This chic pushchair comes in a range of stylish colours. “I loved the choice of colours available and chose sage green.” Commented our mum tester. We also love that the pram is made using sustainable fabrics (recycled plastic bottles). Safety features include a sturdy chassis, reflective wheel strips, a supportive bumper bar, and an extendable handlebar for users of different heights. Its puncture-proof XL wheels and 5-point safety harness ensure smooth navigation and secure rides over numerous terrains. The large sun hood offers UPF 50 protection and water resistance, and the rain cover provides full coverage. The washable fabrics and good ventilation make it practical for any hot weather.

Performance-wise, the Geo3 handles various terrains well, though it felt bumpier on uneven pavements. Its lightweight design allows easy manoeuvring and one-handed use. “It feels lightweight to push and easy to manoeuvre one-handed but also heavy enough for my baby to feel safe and secure in the cot.” Our mum tester commented. Folding and unfolding is effortless after a bit of practice, and the compact size makes it easy to store and transport. The spacious cot and adjustable seat height were appreciated, as was the large under-seat basket for shopping.

Read our full Joolz Geo3 review

Its automatic stand-alone fold allows for easy folding with one hand, which is especially useful when holding a baby in the other arm. The stroller's compact design and integrated folding lock ensure it takes up minimal space in the car, even fitting into the footwell of a car. “I loved the compact build of the stroller” said our tester, “as it meant I could leave it in the boot of the car when I did the weekly food shop and still fit all the shopping in, whereas I really struggled to do that with my other pram as it was a lot larger and I'd have to constantly move the pram and bags around just to get everything to fit” she continued. The UPF50+ knit canopy adds a touch of luxury while protecting the baby from UV rays.

The Myavo is suited to a range of terrains, from zoos to beaches, handling all smoothly. The stroller is easy to assemble, with the wheels attaching effortlessly. However, the seat's design occasionally causes the child to slide down, though the secure harness system prevents any falls. The harness can switch between a five-point and a three-point system, offering flexibility and ease of use. Adjusting the harness straps can be tricky, but once set, they ensure safety and security.
Parents love the 360-degree front swivel wheels, making the stroller easy to push on different surfaces. The stroller is also lightweight enough to carry with the bumper bar doubling as a handle. The reclining seat lies nearly flat, providing comfort for naps.

The compact build doesn't compromise storage space, as the large under-seat basket accommodates bags, coats, and even the rain cover. Our tester said, “One thing that concerned me about the stroller being compact was I thought there would be limited storage space underneath, however, I was amazed at the large storage basket.”

Read our full Graco Myavo Compact Stroller review

The OutNAbout Nipper Sport v5 is an excellent choice for active parents living in the countryside, offering versatility and sturdiness for off-road adventures and smooth jogs. Its three large 16” air-filled tyres and wheel suspension ensure a comfortable ride for the baby across varied terrains. “We were amazed at the smoothness of the ride both for us and for our daughter - particularly over off-road terrain.” Said our mum tester. The buggy's easy-to-remove wheels and compact folding make it convenient to store.

They successfully assembled the buggy in about 45 minutes, despite initial confusion with the front brake pad, which was resolved with prompt support from Out n About. “We found the images in the booklet slightly confusing,” said our tester. “We did have an issue with the front brake pad constantly touching the wheel on our first set-up; the instructions for rectifying this weren’t overly clear. However, we got in touch with Out n About support and they swiftly advised us on how to sort the issue.” She continued.

The Nipper Sport v5 performed impressively on various outings, including a family holiday. Its smooth ride over off-road terrain, secure 5-point safety harness, and effective front-wheel brake provided comfort and safety for their daughter. The extendable shade with UV visor and peekaboo window were also appreciated.

The buggy’s spacious storage area accommodated essentials without being bulky. It collapses easily, fitting well in a small car boot. The fixed front wheel, while excellent for jogging stability, posed challenges for everyday indoor navigation.

Read our full Out n About Nipper Sport review

The Graco EeZeFold is a lightweight, compact pushchair, and our testers said that its "promise of being perfect for families on the go certainly rings true." Its main selling point is its one-second one-hand fold alongside its portability, but there are many other features which make this pushchair so appealing, including a UPF 50+ canopy and multi-position recline. Some testers wished there was an adjustable handlebar and also said the shoulder pads sometimes slid down.

Read our full Graco EeZeFold review.

The UPPAbaby Vista V2 pushchair is a favourite amongst parents. The carrycot offers a classic pram look with modern durability and stability, ensuring comfort for the baby. Made from luxurious fabrics and leather, the pushchair is designed with both child and parent in mind, featuring comfortable, adjustable handles. It is easy to clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent.

The under-seat storage is spacious, and the carrycot doubles as an overnight sleep solution when used with a stand. “This was extremely useful when staying away from home as we did not have to worry about taking additional cots on our journey.” Our tester said. The carrycot includes a mattress, an extendable UPF 50+ canopy, breathable mesh for airflow, and both bug and rain shields. While the Vista V2 is wider and heavier than other pushchairs, it excels in outdoor use with large wheels and four-wheel suspension for smooth rides over various terrains. The front wheel locks have a visual indicator for added convenience.

The pushchair is compatible with various car seats through multiple adaptors and offers a range of accessories. It can be adapted for multiple children with configurations like the PiggyBack ride-along attachment. Despite its higher price, the Vista V2's features and adaptability make it ideal for growing families with ample car space. Assembly is straightforward, and it folds to stand alone, making storage easy. “Compared to other pushchairs on the market, the Vista V2 is wider in scale, which is perfect for me; however, I do appreciate not everyone will have a car boot large enough to fit it in.” Our tester adds. The bundle includes a storage bag for accessories.

Read our full UPPAbaby Vista V2 Pushchair review

**The Silver Cross Clic stroller won a Bronze Award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Lightweight Buggy/Stroller category.
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Light and easy to use, the Silver Cross Clic Stroller has a lie-flat, one-handed reclinable seat and. is suitable from birth to 22kg. We love that if your little one is ready to explore their surroundings, you can pull out the strap and carry the Clic on your shoulder. When not in use, the strap stores away neatly inside the seat. Our parent tester loved that it allows for lots of room in the car (great for family trips), plus it made day-to-day life easier as it's so easy to get in and out of the boot.

Read our full Silver Cross Clic review.

When it comes to pushchairs, having one that’s lightweight can be a huge game changer, particularly if you’re travelling with your pushchair. The Inglesina Quid² is easy to assemble and weighs just 5.9kg. “We were both pleasantly surprised that the only ‘building’ it required was attaching the wheels which even I could have managed!” Our mum tester said.

With a one-handed fold, our parent testers found it easy to fold the pushchair in one hand while holding the baby in the other. It folds up very compactly and can stand in an upright stand when collapsed. “We were able to load it into the overhead locker on the plane with ease meaning we didn't have the extra stress of waiting for it to be unloaded from the cargo hold once we landed.” Our tester said. 

The pushchair manoeuvres smoothly over different terrains, meaning the baby can nap at the same time. “Our little one found it extremely comfortable and at nap time, she quickly fell asleep once we reclined the pushchair using the simple release mechanism.” While parents love the extendable UPF 50+ canopy, the only drawback was the loud velcro on the ventilation window, which could disturb the baby. Despite its higher cost, parents found it was worth it for frequent travellers.

Read our full Inglesina Quid² stroller review

With an automatic, one-handed fold, the Graco Myavo is compact and lightweight, which makes it easy to take on the go, although the one-handed fold can be tricky to get the hang of. We liked that it has the option to be a three or five-point harness system to keep your little one secure and a detachable bumper bar to make it easier to put them in and take them out.

Our writer, Sam, said that her daughter "was actually happy to stay sat in the stroller... she felt comfortable enough to stay sat in it, [and] she would normally try to climb out", which is a testament to its comfort.

Read our full Graco Myavo review.

Our parent testers found it easy to assemble, taking just 10 minutes to lock the wheels and set the seat direction. The stroller's unisex grey design is visually pleasing and feels sturdy yet folds and unfolds easily with one hand. As well as the one-hand fold, it also features easy manoeuvrability, UPF 50 hood, and a large shopping basket underneath. The one-hand fold is particularly handy when holding a child, and the stroller is easy to push with one hand if needed. “The easy manoeuvrability is brilliant if you find yourself needing to carry your toddler and you only have one hand free to push,” our tester said. 

The UPF 50 hood, with a peek-a-boo window, extends for full coverage. The five-point harness is easily adjustable, and the large shopping basket is great for carrying essentials when out and about. The included rain cover, however, doesn't fully cover longer children’s feet.

Our testers found the stroller performs best on pavements and smooth grass but struggles with potholes and curbs. Parents found their little ones were very content in the seat, however, with one commenting about her daughter, “she never fought us as I put her in, and she seemed to enjoy the higher-than-average seat.” The full 11-piece bundle includes a collapsible bassinet and an i-size car seat with an ISOfix base, which is easy to install but lacks a swivel feature. The stylish changing bag with ample pockets is also part of the bundle.

Read our full Didofy Stargazer review