Lightweight Stroller with Hood in Black by Babyway

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Genuine birth to toddler options are increasingly hitting the market though (complete with a full recline and parent-facing seat), aimed at parents looking for a compact travel solution as soon as their baby is born. We’ve included some options like these in our testing. Why use a lightweight stroller? If you're planning to use your stroller every day, investing in one with decent suspension, easy collapsibility and a good-sized storage basket will be well worth the pennies. On the other hand, if you think you'll only use it occasionally or as a spare, a budget-friendly basic option might be the way to go. Transparency is really important to us and that's why we're always upfront about how we tested the products we recommend. We write about products that we feel offer the best value to most parents – the one's we'd recommend to our own friends and family. A lightweight stroller can certainly be used as an everyday buggy. While they are designed with travel in mind, they are also practical for daily use due to their compact size and easy manoeuvrability. How long can lightweight buggies be used for?

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The Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) further rounded out our research by providing essential safety information on buying and using a buggy. What is a stroller? Taking a stroller along when travelling can feel like a complicated thing. Whether you’re boarding a flight, riding a train, or even just walking through the city, the best lightweight stroller can take weight off your arms and your mind. No one wants to drag a clunky pushchair onto the bus, or wrestle it into the car boot and it’s not an item you can just leave behind either.Built for both travel and comfort, the award-winning Mountain Buggy nano 3 is a perfect fit for parents on the go. The nano 3 is made with aircraft-grade aluminium, making it durable, yet it only weighs 6kg. It has a two-step folding system that can be performed with one hand, and includes a travel satchel for convenient storage. Designed to last from birth to toddler years, this model has a soft, lie-flat seat with ventilation for breathability and an adjustable footrest for optimal comfort.

12 Best Lightweight Strollers and Buggies UK 2023 | Mumsnet

The Cybex Coya, new for 2023, is a compact and comfortable stroller. Versatile and reliable, it's the ideal buggy for both day-to-day use and travel thanks to it small footprint and cabin-approved size for flights. Your child’s age: You will want a stroller that fits your child comfortably, so you have to take their age and size into consideration. Most lightweight strollers are designed to carry children from birth to toddler age, but it’s not always the case. The age and size limits are stated on every stroller model, so be sure to choose one appropriate for your child. But which lightweight buggy is the best? We’ve researched the UK’s top buggies, consulted parents on the Mumsnet forums for their best buys and comparatively tested all the strollers on this list with Mumsnetters and our team of parent testers to bring you a comprehensive guide to the best lightweight strollers you can buy right now.

The best lightweight strollers to buy in 2023

We tested all the buggies on this list with parent testers, who used each pushchair over the course of at least three months. They each filled out our comprehensive testing score sheet, scoring the buggies on key areas such as safety, assembly, ease of use, aesthetics, ease of cleaning and value for money. Expert guidance Released in June 2023, the Bugaboo Dragonfly has been designed with city life in mind. Compatible with a variety of infant car seats (when used with the appropriate adapters) and the Bugaboo Dragonfly bassinet, this stroller can be used as a travel system so that your newborn has somewhere safe and comfortable to rest while you’re out and about. Usually, lightweight strollers are suitable from six months and can extend to either three-and-a-half years (15kg) or even four or five (25kg). All in all, it's a good alternative to a travel system for parents looking for a compact solution right from the get-go. Just don't forget to buy a rain cover.

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Brake: Test out the brakes to ensure it's effective and can be easily applied using a variety of footwear.The compact frame easily wheels through small or tight spaces, and the stroller can be folded down with just one hand, although it took our parent tester, Laura, some time to master. It’s petite enough to fit into a medium-sized car boot (although you may have to remove the parcel shelf in smaller cars) and can be left freestanding once folded on public transport. If you’re jetting off on holiday and want a stroller you can take on the plane, the Cybex Libelle folds down to the size of a small carry-on suitcase. Modern lightweight models have slim folds and low weights, making them easy to store. Some strollers are compact enough that they can be carried onto planes as hand luggage and even fit in the overhead luggage compartment.

Lightweight Stroller with Hood in Black by Babyway

The lightest stroller we tested was the Cybex Libelle at a feather-light 5.9kg. It also measured up as the smallest once folded up, at just 32 x 20 x 48cm. What is the maximum weight limit for a lightweight stroller? How much you choose to spend may depend on how often and where you plan to use it. Solid options can be found on either end of the spectrum though, so a lot will come down to personal preference. To be considered lightweight, a stroller should weigh no more than 11kg, and much ideally less, for easy portability. They’re typically sleek and slim so they can be easily folded into a compact size. They’re small enough to zip around anywhere you need to go without sacrificing structure or sturdiness. What features should I look for in a good lightweight stroller?Calf support: You may want some extra cushioning around the calf area to make it more comfortable for your child as an extra feature. The Astor 2 didn’t perform as well as other buggies in our topple tests - the instructions warn not to let children lean sideways out of the pram and, during testing, our toddler was able to make it lean to one side. But the swivel, puncture-proof wheels give a smooth comfortable ride for daily life (although they can be harder to manoeuvre on uneven ground). The pushchair whizzed through doorways no problem, but it did sometimes struggle to turn in small spaces. An upgrade to the ever-popular Babyzen YOYO+, the Babyzen YOYO² boasts improved suspension, a higher weight limit, a new faux leather handlebar and compatibility with even more infant car seats than its predecessor. The Lejoux foldable stroller shows us that affordability doesn’t always require sacrificing features. It uses aircraft-grade aluminium to provide sturdiness while keeping the overall weight low, at only 8kg. There’s also a fully adjustable seat with three positions, and a cooling memory foam pad to keep children comfortable on sunnier days. The footrest is also adjustable and there’s a five-point harness for optimal safety. Meanwhile, the hood is retractable and includes a mesh window for airflow and easy viewing.