Compact pushchair Stroller Reviews

A lightweight compact stroller will be a great choice for you if you often travel by car or public transport. These strollers are easy to fold and store and less likely to be damaged by baggage handlers.

These lightweight travel strollers are comfortable and easy to maneuver over cobblestones. Plus, they can be easily stored in overhead compartments of planes.

Lightweight

The most compact pushchairs pushchairs fold easily and are easy to carry. They are usually easy to fold with one hand and take up less room when folded than full size buggies. This makes them a great alternative if you are limited in storage in your home or you are worried about the space you have when traveling particularly by plane.

They also have a tiny footprint when closed, which makes it easier to maneuver through tight spaces. They are the best option for those who reside in an apartment or just want something nimble and lightweight for your daily walking. They can be uncomfortable for older children who need to extend their legs in order to move around.

There are a range of different fold types on the market and some are truly one-handed and others requiring some effort or two hands to complete. Some are designed to fit within the baggage allowance for cabins on many flights, and can be carried on your shoulder using straps or handles.

Silver Cross Dune is our preferred lightweight pushchair. The Silver Cross Dune is compact and offers all the features and thoughtful design that you would expect from a brand with a long history. It also has a very easy-to-use fold, and similar to the Contours Itsy, it comes in the box fully assembled. It's a good choice for parents who intend to do lots of travelling with their baby and can fit into most car boots and small trunk spaces.

Another option is the Cybex Mios, which straddles the two categories of pushchairs as a fully-functional travel system with agility and a compact fold. It can be used in a parent-forward facing pushchair mode from birth and then switched to world-forward facing pushchair mode as your child gets older. It also has an excellent recline feature that's suitable for napping. It's not as compact as the Libelle, but it comes in smaller dimensions and is much easier to use on flat surfaces. It is not suitable for rough terrain. The price is very affordable and the durability tests are excellent.

Easy to store

The Joie Pact Pro makes the perfect travel buggy. It folds up so compactly that it can fit into an overhead compartment for luggage and weighs so little that you won't even feel it in your car. It's also a great stroller for daily use. Our tester Hollie discovered that it was easy to steer, even when trying to manage a toddler. She was impressed by the adjustable handle, lockable wheels and the reclining seat. However, she said that it was not very comfortable. However, she also appreciates the ability to add extras, including an reversible, washable seat liner, rain cover and the foot muff.

The Babyzen Fold pushchair from YOYO is a similar stroller that folds compactly. It's not as sleek as the Cybex Libelle but it's still a neat package that is easy to slide into car trunks and trunks. It also offers more newborn options than some other buggies, including the option to add a bassinet or newborn cot as well as a custom ride-on board for older kids and a tandem double-seat adapter.

It isn't the most compact buggy to drive on uneven or rough terrain, and its tinier wheels aren't as efficient as the other models we've tested. It's still a easily maneuverable pushchair, and YOYO is a shrewd choice for of navigating narrow aisles and muddy pathways. It's ideal for a holiday or city break.

The Cosatto Bee6 offers a remarkably streamlined list of features for its affordable price. It folds down to the size of a backpack and weighs just 6kg, so it's an easy travel buggy to transport on trains and planes. It's also easy to steer, and our MFM test driver Matt found it enjoyable to steer, even with a large toddler was on board. The hood is another advantage, as it can be lowered to provide shade and protection from sun and rain. It's perfect for naps. The only drawback is that there isn't a storage space under the seat and you'll have to carry or drape your bag on the handlebars (against the advice of an expert!). You can also buy a separate changing bag holder for this buggy to make it a fantastic holiday buggy.

Easy to Manoeuvre

Wheels on compact pushchairs could look small, yet they are often surprisingly good at navigating narrow aisles and rough terrain. The Micralite is an excellent example of this - despite having tiny wheels, it navigates rough roads with ease, turns sharply on narrow streets and even manages to tackle some light gravel without much difficulty. It features a smooth steering system that is simple to use with only one hand. It folds into a neat and compact package that is easily stored inside its carrying case.

Most compact pushchairs are designed for older babies and toddlers however, an increasing number offer a lie-flat seating or the option to add an extra carrycot (or baby car seat) to allow them to be used from the time of birth. These innovative concertina or Z-fold buggies are usually lightweight at around 6-8kg and are able to be cabin-approved on a variety of airlines, making them ideal for travel. MFM Editor Gemma says she has used it on numerous occasions and finds it easy to use and store.

If you're in search of a truly tiny fold, the YOYO is the ultimate model in the compact category and was the first strollers of this kind. It's still a popular choice among parents, who prefer it over its imitators because of its clever details and superior functionality. It's a great choice for frequent travellers particularly if you wish to avoid the hassle of waiting for baggage pickup and instead bring your stroller onboard with you.

The YOYO is extremely compact, fitting into the accompanying carrying bag with ease and with plenty of room. This makes it a great choice for frequent travellers particularly those who have to carry a lot of stuff in their luggage. Additionally, it's extremely adaptable - you can purchase an array of accessories for it including a newborn bassinet, bespoke ride-on board, and a twin travel bundles to transform it into an equilateral. You can also buy an umbrella and rain cover for added peace of mind.

Comfortable

Parents who want a light compact pushchair that is easy to operate and fits into the trunk of their vehicle, our review expert, Hollie, recommends this Silver Cross model. Its maneuverability and reclined seat are among the best we've seen in our tests. It also comes with a parent's tray and storage basket that fits small backpacks, and it has great sun cover options (including the one-piece hood) and straps that are cushioned to help your child feel comfy.

Some compact-folding pushchairs fold down so small that they're certified for use in air travel which is ideal if you frequently travel or have a tight car storage space. They are usually lightweight so they're easy to carry. They are also able to be used in conjunction with a travel system, in the event that you choose a model with a lie-flat seat, or an infant 'pod'.

The most important thing to remember when choosing a travel buggy is that not all models are created equal. Certain brands claim that their compact-folding pushchair [Keep Reading] pushchairs can easily be folded with just one hand. Others might require more effort or two hands to fold it. It's also worth determining if the buggy has a seat recline - some are fully flat with a slight recline, while others have a slight recline that could be suitable for toddlers, but not for babies.

It's also important to determine whether your chosen model is specifically designed for the type of travel you're doing, for instance, when you're heading to a hot destination make sure you choose one with a vented mesh fabric to help keep your little one cool. Also, if you're planning to go to a place that is windy or rainy, make sure the pushchair buggy you buy has a cover that's designed to fit it. generic covers won't fit properly and can let water in.