A Compact Travel Stroller Should Be Easy to Carry

You will require a compact stroller that can be folded into a compact package. It should be light and have a car seat-compatible design and fit into overhead airline bins.

This sleek stroller from UPPAbaby is the perfect stroller. It's a snap to fold and has a comfortable carrying strap, and is easily tucked into the overhead compartment of planes. It also comes with a simple, near-flat recline as well as smooth maneuvering.

Easy to Assemble

Traveling can be stressful enough without having to think about how to pack everything. We believe that a good travel stroller should be easy to assemble, fold, and carry around. This lightweight Kolcraft stroller is exactly this. The compact, lightweight stroller can be opened and closed by pressing two buttons on the handle while standing upright. It can be placed in overhead bins on most aircrafts and comes with a bag that allows you to carry the stroller over your shoulders while out and out and about.

In our tests, this lightweight stroller rolled easily over any terrain, and was able to maneuver well and was a great option for parent Facing pushchair travel. It also features a huge sun canopy with a zip-open mesh section that provides ample coverage and visibility for your baby and a simple adjustable leg rest and shoulder straps that are cushioned. It's also a perfect fit for all Nuna PIPA series car seats (just click and you're done) and includes a large storage basket that can accommodate lots of your daily essentials.

This compact Babyzen stroller is a favorite among parents who like to travel or reside in cities. It comes in a box fully assembled, and is just as simple to open by pressing two buttons on the handle. It also folds up with ease and fits into the convenient bag that comes with it. It may be too large for some overhead bins on airlines. Some parents have complained that the handles were fragile. However, it's an excellent option for those who want the lightest, most compact travel stroller. We wish it had an adult pocket to store things like dollar bills to buy Ice cream!

Easy to Fold

As the name suggests the strollers designed for pushchairs travel are made to be compact. They are smaller and lighter than regular strollers, and come with fewer features like cup holders and storage baskets. However, they should still perform well enough for daily use and be easy to carry around or put away. If you plan on traveling frequently with your baby think about purchasing a stroller that has features that will meet your requirements.

For instance the UPPAbaby G-Luxe is easy to fold and can be tucked away in overhead bins. It is also easy to maneuver and roll, Baby Stroller even on rough terrain. The UPPAbaby also has some attractive features, including the deep recline as well as an extra sun canopy that gives your child plenty of coverage. The only drawback is that the mechanism to fold isn't the most reliable, and you may have be careful when you use your hands to get it just right.

The Babyzen YOYO2 is a different option. It can be folded down to a compact size and can be opened with one hand. It may not offer as much storage space as other strollers, but it does have some great features. They include an ergonomic strap for carrying as well as a spacious basket beneath the carriage, and a large-expanding umbrella. It's our most expensive travel stroller, but also the most luxurious.

The Cybex Libelle 2 travel stroller is a different model with a fold that's easy to unfold. It weighs more than the other travel strollers, but it's still lightweight and compact enough to be a great option for luxurious travel and city life. It also has a lot of great features, including the cup holder that can fit an average-sized mug, a convenient carry handle and an extensible canopy that's big enough to protect your child from the sun.

The Mini UPPAbaby is an excellent option for those who have the Vista or Cruz strollers from this brand but want a lighter version. It weighs less than the original Minu, but it's still a bit heavy prams for newborns a stroller that's designed for travel. It also has a variety of interesting features like a large storage basket, a deep reclining seat and an extendable canopy with UPF protection of 50+.

Easy to Carry

No matter if you're taking your child on an airplane, or packing it into the car for an excursion, the ease with how your stroller folds down can make a huge difference in the ease to get through a busy airport or on a cramped bus. A great travel stroller will be able to fit in your trunk or overhead bin using a few quick, controlled movements and stay standing up by itself when folded. You should also be able to pull it using the handle or connect a strap for carrying, or slip it into the storage bag included for easy transportation.

If you're looking to use your stroller on planes make sure it's airline-approved or promises to fit in the overhead bins. The International Air Transport Association recommends carry-on luggage that's no bigger than 22 x18 10 inches. A majority of our top picks, like the ultra-lightweight Nuna TRVL, priced at $100 or more, be tucked away in these bins (although some require gate checking). The TRVL is even lightweight enough to carry as a bag with the help of an attached shoulder strap that is cushioned and an adjustable bumper bar that can double as a handle for carrying.

The TRVL is also a great choice for parents who are constantly on the move, as it is compatible with all Nuna Pipa baby car seats and without adapters. Our experts love its simple two-position recliner system and no-rethread harness that's designed to adapt to your child's needs. It's also lighter than other strollers, making it a great choice for families who often travel.

Other great features on this compact travel stroller include a spring-loaded back-of-the-underseat basket that's big enough for a backpack, diaper bag, or purse, and a flat, open sun canopy that offers some coverage and blockage (though it's not as large as the ones on some of our other top picks). It's also one of our lightest strollers. But be aware that many airlines allow gate-checking a full-sized pushchair but may require you take the stroller that's folded out of the cabin and through security. If this is the case consider buying a protective travel bag to guard against damage caused by baggage handlers.

Easy to Store

A compact travel stroller is ideal for frequent travelers as it doesn't require a large stroller trunk or take up too much space in your hotel room or in your car. Some models are so compact that they can easily be tucked away in the overhead bin of an airplane and others are so light that they don't weigh much on carry-on luggage. They are also easy to maneuver around busy airports or on city sidewalks.

If you're an avid traveler, it's worth investing in one of the best strollers for travel that we've tested. The Silver Cross Jet 4 is a top-quality, well-constructed stroller with many features. It has a huge basket that sits under the seat, as well as a cushioned bar with a wrist strap which makes it comfortable for long journeys. The reclining mechanism is easy and the stroller is able to fit into an airline's overhead bin (though you'll need to gate check it). This model is compatible from birth with the Nuna Pipa infant car seat. It also comes with a built-in carry bag that includes insurance against damage to your stroller when traveling.

The Babyzen YoYo2 is another super-lightweight model that is ideal for air travel and short excursions on vacation. It's a breeze to maneuver in airplane aisles and it stays upright when folded, which is useful in case you're trying to carry it with your other luggage. The YoYo2 isn't as big as a larger stroller when it's folded, but it comes with plenty of features including a large under-seat basket as well as a recline mechanism that's easy to operate with one hand.

A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for parents who travel with their children. A well-constructed, quality stroller will ensure your safety while traveling and let you navigate busy urban sidewalks and public transportation without difficulty. If you're in the market for a new stroller, consider your family's needs and preferences to determine what features are most important to you. Then you can look through our list of top picks to find the right stroller for your next family adventure. This guide is based on expert research and has been evaluated by the Good Housekeeping Institute for more than 100 years. Editors and writers, who are parents with children ages 6 and below independently analyzed the guide. They tested the strollers in the lab, with their families and on road trips. They also consulted with consumer testers to get additional feedback.