What Are The Best Baby Strollers? – Let’s Review!
Once your baby is born, there are so many different things that you need to buy to ensure their safety and their comfort. Choosing a baby stroller is no different. But when you start looking in store after store, you begin to wonder what the best baby stroller is on the market.
With that in mind, we decided to do some shopping for you and compile a list of our 10 Best Baby Strollers in 2018 to give you some ideas of the options out there for you and your little one.
We hope that with our recommendations, we can make the process a bit easier for you so you can spend your time focusing on your new baby.
Ready? Let’s get started.
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Contents
- 1. 2016 Revolution FLEX Stroller by BOB
- 2. 3Dlite Convenience Stroller by Summer Infant
- 3. Expedition LX Travel System by Baby Trend
- 4. Click Connect Literider Stroller by Graco
- 5. EZ Ride 5 Travel System by Baby Trend
- 6. B-Agile/B-Safe 35 Travel System by Britax USA
- 7. Relay Click Connect Jogging Stroller by Graco
- 8. 2016 City Mini 3W Single Stroller by Baby Jogger
- 9. Cloud Plus Lightweight Stroller by Kolcraft
- 10. Sit N Stand Ultra Tandem Stroller by Baby Trend
Baby Strollers Reviews
1. 2016 Revolution FLEX Stroller by BOB
As one of the top rated baby strollers on our list, the Revolution Flex from BOB is tailor-made for those parents who are looking for a quality jogging stroller.
Built to be taken off road, the Revolution sports a state-of-the-art adjustable suspension system that features 3 inches of travel and 2 stages of weight support in order to achieve an ultra-smooth ride on its air-filled high-impact polymer wheels.
The Revolution’s front wheel can be set to swivel for the highest level of maneuverability or locked in place for added stability on rough terrain making it a quality option no matter where you take it.
Why we love it – The Revolution from BOB is an excellent choice when it comes to a jogging stroller. With an adjustable padded handlebar to ensure a perfect fit for every parent, the only thing holding this stroller back for being our top rated choice is that while it’s great to use on the trails, shopping in the grocery store may not be the best use for a stroller like this.
2. 3Dlite Convenience Stroller by Summer Infant
While it could be considered an umbrella stroller because of the ease with which this durable stroller is able to be folded up in no more than 3 steps, the 3Dlite from Summer Infant has enough features and safety features to make it more than it appears to be.
The 3Dlite features a large seat for your little one with a multi-position recline for their comfort as well as a 5-point safety harness for their safety. With an extra-large storage basket underneath the stroller along with a rear storage pocket, the 3Dlite has more than enough storage for your child’s diaper bag.
Why we love it – The 3Dlite is a great option for those parents who are looking for a space saving option while still offering a comfortable and secure trip will find a quality option from Summer Infant. With its anti-shock front wheels, you can be assured that any bump you come across won’t disrupt their slumber.
3. Expedition LX Travel System by Baby Trend
A relatively affordable travel system, the Expedition LX is a highly rated stroller that can easily solve two issues you may have with a new baby.
Packaged with the LX Jogging stroller is Baby Trend’s Flex Lock 30 Infant Car Seat. Manufactured to accommodate children up to 30 pounds and up to 30 inches in height, the Flex Lock seat comes with an easy to use flex lock adjustable height car base which makes moving your sleeping little bundle of joy from the vehicle to the stroller a much easier process.
The features continue into the stroller itself. The LX comes with a front locking wheel that can be used for jogging over many types of terrain and a swivel wheel for easy maneuverability.
With child and parent trays, a large storage basket and adjustable canopy, the Expedition LX has the additional features to make this jogging stroller a suitable regular stroller for everyday use.
Why we love it – The Expedition LX from Baby Trend is a quality jogging stroller that can work for any parent looking to incorporate some exercise into their daily stroll with their little one. With the additional features that the LX can offer, seeing this only as a jogging stroller is not doing it justice.
4. Click Connect Literider Stroller by Graco
The name Graco is synonymous with baby products. From cribs to swings and to baby strollers, parents have counted on Graco products to keep their babies safe for years. The Literider adds another quality product to their stable.
As a more affordable option, the Lightride accepts all of Graco’s line of Click Connect infant car seats which easily secures itself with a one-step attachment that allows you to create a travel system of your own.
As a stroller, the Literider offers you child comfortable seating along with a removable tray with a cup holder for all of their toys and snacks every time you take your little one for a stroll. And with its padded, multi-position seat, they will be able to sit in complete comfort.
Why we love it – Graco is one of the best names in baby safety and the Literider continues that tradition. With its Click Connect option, the Literider becomes a go to option for parents on the go.
5. EZ Ride 5 Travel System by Baby Trend
Combining an infant car seat and baby stroller, the EZ Ride from Baby Trend offers parents an all-in-one option for transporting your child from the house to your vehicle and for relaxing rides in the stroller.
While the car seat will accommodate your little one between 5 and 30 pounds and heights up to 30 inches or less, while the baby stroller can keep your child comfortable from birth up to 50 pounds. With a large, soft head support for either and a multi-position reclining seat will keep them in complete comfort while the 5-point safety harness with padded harness covers keeps them safe and secure.
With a covered parent tray and dual cup holders, along with a large storage basket large enough for small packages or your child’s diaper bag along with a pee-a-boo window in the top of the canopy to allow you to look in on your little one.
Why we love it – The EZ Ride from Baby Trend offers parents a complete solution to their needs of transporting their child from place to place. With its wide range of accommodations for your child, we can recommend this as one of the best strollers for your newborn.
6. B-Agile/B-Safe 35 Travel System by Britax USA
At the top end of the price range, the B-Agile/B-Safe from Britax USA offers a travel system that can be worth the money to those parents who are looking for a safe and secure system for their child.
The included infant car seat features Britax’s high standard safety features from their exclusive SafeCell Impact Protection system to their steel frame that adds strength to the overall car seat.
The lightweight stroller comes with a 3-wheel configuration with a swivel front wheel making maneuverability through smaller areas much easier. With its easy one hand fold system, storing the stroller is easier than you would think.
Why we love it – The B-Agile/B-Safe Travel System from Britax USA continues the manufacturer’s continued excellence when it comes to your baby’s comfort and safety. While it does cost more than a lot of the other options on our list, you cannot go wrong if you choose this for your child.
7. Relay Click Connect Jogging Stroller by Graco
From Graco, the Relay is their entry into the jogging stroller market. Like most other Graco products, this stroller uses their Click Connect system for easy transportation of your little one.
Featuring pneumatic tires and a locking front wheel, the Relay is built to handle all of your jogging stroller needs. With its comfortable handle and adjustable, multi-position seat that can include a 3 and a 5-point harness, the Relay is designed to keep both you and your little one comfortable and safe.
With its use of Graco’s Click Connect system, creating a custom travel system is as easy as clicking in a compatible infant car seat in one secure step, with no additional adapters needed.
Why we love it – The Relay from Graco is just another example of the brand’s attention to the quality they put into each product that they sell. If you’re looking for an excellent jogging travel system, you cannot go wrong with this one.
8. 2016 City Mini 3W Single Stroller by Baby Jogger
Weighing just under 18 pounds, the Mini 3W from Baby Jogger is a perfect option for those who may live in more urban areas. It’s compact, easily maneuverable and much more lightweight than its competitors.
With a multiple-position reclining seat that can accommodate your little one up to 50 pounds, the Mini 3W will help keep them comfortable no matter how long they are out traveling around. With an adjustable canopy, you can keep your child protected from the elements and by using one of the two peek-a-boo windows, ensure that they are enjoying the ride.
With its 3 8” EVA tread wheels with front wheel suspension and lockable swivel, moving through tight areas will be easy.
What we love about it – With its lightweight design, the Mini 3W is a quality stroller that can hold its own alongside its larger, heavier competition. This is easily one of our most recommended strollers for your toddler.
9. Cloud Plus Lightweight Stroller by Kolcraft
A no hassle stroller, the Cloud Plus from Kolcraft is built for those parents who may be tired of the normally bulky travel systems and just need something a little bit more travel friendly.
At a tiny weight of 12 pounds, the Cloud plus uses a simple one-hand fold that leaves it compact and able to stand after folding which can make storage very easy.
Built for children who weigh up to 50 pounds, Kolcraft makes sure that your little one is safe and comfortable each and every time they get in with a 5-point safety harness as well as a multi-positions reclining seat.
With trays for both you and your child, you can easily keep your drink as well as any snack or toys within arm’s reach for them as well.
Why we love it – The Cloud Plus is a lightweight, easy to store stroller that can be a fantastic option for any family who is looking for a basic stroller without some of the larger features that may accompany some more expensive models.
10. Sit N Stand Ultra Tandem Stroller by Baby Trend
For those fortunate parents who welcome twins into their family or have more than one child close in age, the Sit N Stand Tandem Stroller from Baby Trend could be a perfect option for you. While more than a typical tandem stroller, the Sit N Stand can accommodate your children being passengers in one of 3 ways. 2 children can be in the included stroller seats, infant car seats of you can have one of your children sitting and the other standing.
The stroller has an almost universal fit for infant car seats. The Ultra is compatible with Baby Trend, Graco snugride classic fit or Britax USA infant car seats, making this an easy choice for those who may not have a matching travel system or additional car seats.
While the stroller can accommodate 2 children up to 50 pounds each, the large basket and ability to fold the stroller with ease for simple storage shows the Sit N Stand’s versatility.
Why we love it – If there was only one thing that we could say we loved about this stroller, it would be the options. With 3 ways to transport your little ones and its ability to use infant car seats from other manufacturers, we cannot recommend this stroller more.
How We Chose the Top Baby Strollers in Our List
When we set out to create our list of the 10 Best Baby Stroller of 2018, we wanted to make sure that our recommendations were put through some pretty tough criteria. That way, when you read our choices, it can help make your decisions easier, knowing the things we looked for along the way.
Handlebar height
While this may not be the first thing that you, as a new parent will look at when deciding on a stroller, we would ask that you do. When you start, take some strollers for a test drive around the store. Are the handlebars at a proper height where you don’t have to bend or stoop, which can cause you a lot of back pain. You want to pick a stroller with handlebars that work properly in regards to your height and gait.
Usability
While you may use your new stroller for nice walks around the neighborhood or in the park enjoying the fresh, crisp air with your little one, the reality is that more often than not, you’ll be running errands while using the stroller. Some strollers come with a basket underneath with can be convenient when you need to store your baby’s diaper bag or other items.
Some models also come with a cup holder and storage spaces on the handlebar, which can be nice to use for keeping your drink, your child’s pacifier or toys. While some 3rd party companies sell clips that can be used to hang shopping bags off the handlebar, you do need to be careful. Too much weight and the stroller could tip backwards.
Storage
You’re not going to be using a stroller all the time, and sometimes, you’ll need to take it with you if you go out. While it may be true that some families never fold or store their stroller, it’s more than likely that to carry it in your vehicle or to even get it in the house, you’ll need to fold it. Strollers that you have to wrestle to the ground to fold, might not be worth the trouble.
Likewise, if you have a folded stroller that even with a light breeze springs back open, that isn’t a good option to have either. There are those out there that have way too many things to do before they will fold up for storage or transport which, when you’re in a rush can cause one too many headaches. The point is, you always want to test things like this in the store before you bring it home. Choosing one that’s easy to fold and unfold will make things much easier later on.
Car Seat Compatibility
You’re more likely to find a stroller on the market that can use a car seat made by the same company, or in some cases, different companies. These are known as travel systems and their popularity in recent years has defined grown. This option can be a nice one to have. Taking your sleeping child’s car seat out of the car and placing it into a stroller can be less stressful that accidentally waking them to move them from car seat to stroller.
While there are some that will let you use a car seat from a different manufacturer, using the same brand car seat and stroller can not only make it easier for you but make it more cost effective.
Features
While any stroller has the basic features including wheels, a seat and a handlebar, choosing a stroller that may come with some additional options could help owning a stroller easier as your child gets older. Having a stroller with a bar on the front that can swing open is a nice feature to have so they can climb in themselves once they are old enough. For those that don’t have a bar, it may have a tray for snacks and toys, with can be nice as well. All quality strollers come with wheel locks and harness straps to keep your baby as safe as possible, although a 5-point harness are considered to be the safest option. Also, having a removable seat cushion will make it much easier to clean.
Weight
When it comes to a stroller’s weight, the lighter the weight, the easier it will be to push, pack up, carry upstairs and travel with. There are super-lightweight models on the market that can typically weigh between 8 and 10 pounds. These are typically umbrella strollers for older babies though.
For a newborn baby stroller, a good weight is somewhere between 11 and 16 pounds. On the high end, prams can weigh up to 40 pounds or more which can be a little much to have to move around.
Benefits of a baby stroller
Not many people would initially look at a baby stroller and think what benefits it could offer you and your child. They and yourself may be pleasantly surprised at the benefits that using a baby stroller can offer.
Transportation
When your child is first born, you will want to hold your little one in your arms as much as possible and look down on them with love and affection. But, as babies tend to do, they grow and add weight, which over time can put strain on your body, especially your back.
Using a stroller to transport your baby from place to place can not only offer health benefits to you but can be a very comfortable option for your little one.
Ability to soothe
If you look up on the internet how to help your baby get to sleep, some will cite car rides as a way to help your little one nod off to dreamland. While this is true, not everyone can just jump in their car to do this. You could think of a stroller as a low-tech option to this.
The motion created when using a stroller can create a soothing motion to help a fussy baby feel better and possibly take a nap while you take them on a ride around the neighborhood, park or anywhere else.
Safety
Using a stroller can be the safest way to take your baby out for the day or even for a quick walk around the neighborhood. Unlike strollers in the past, current models offer parents the reliability that comes with a protective frame and safety harness.
Most quality strollers on the market will come with a 5-point harness, which is recommended as it is a far safer option for your little one.
Exercise
Pregnancy can cause your body to go through a lot of different changes, including weight gain. This isn’t strictly limited to new moms though. Studies shows that dads can gain a good amount of weight during their significant others’ pregnancy.
Having a stroller can help fight the pounds put on and help new moms start exercising again. Walking can be a very beneficial exercise and can help the both of you start the process of getting back into shape after months of little to no exercise.
Long-Lasting
One of the most amazing benefits of a baby stroller is how durable that they are. With many parents, you may see them using the same stroller for a second child or even giving it to a family member or friend.
This is due to the quality construction that goes into a baby stroller, Most strollers are compliant with the most stringent safety standards. Being made from a strong and durable material, they can be considered a long-lasting product with a frame that can keep your child safe from external influences.
Side impact protection systems are featured on many baby strollers on the market. These offer your little one protection on every side of the stroller. They can also protect them from other environmental conditions.
Price
While there are many stroller options on the market that can come at a premium price, there are many that can be very affordable options for you and your child. Depending on the features you are looking for, you can find an affordable option that works for you.
Different stroller types
Buying a stroller isn’t always as easy as buying the first one you see. There can be many different types of strollers out there for you to choose from. Some of the available options out there include:
All-in-one travel system
An all-in-one travel system is exactly how it sounds. It is an all-in-one option for those parents who don’t want to spend time or money on different options. The system includes the stroller, infant car seat and base for your vehicle so you can snap the seat into place.
A travel system is the perfect option for parents on the move. The ability to move your little one from car to stroller without removing them from their seat and vice-versa can be beneficial, especially if they are sleeping.
Infant Car Seat Carriers
As the name suggests, an Infant Car Seat Carrier is tailored more towards being a suitable option for those parents who may have an infant car seat from a manufacturer that doesn’t offer a travel system option or may have been a hand me down seat.
Most Infant Car Seat Carries are universal, meaning that they can fit infant car seats from several different brands.
Specialty Strollers
As with any market, there can be some specialty or variety in the different forms the overall product is in. Baby strollers are no different, offering different variations of the overall same product.
Joggers
A jogging stroller can be seen as more of a heavy duty stroller. A jogging stroller comes with 3 air inflated tires with shock absorbers that are a major improvement over a typical stroller. The weight of these though increases to anywhere between 23 and 31 pounds making it a much heavier stroller.
These types of strollers aren’t intended for the normal everyday use of taking your little one on a walk and are marketed towards those parents who enjoying jogging and would like to bring their little one with them.
Umbrella strollers
Named for its ability to fold compactly, an umbrella stroller will likely be one of the two strollers that you buy once you have a baby, the other being a regular full-size infant stroller.
Touted for its convenience, an umbrella stroller is a light, compact stroller that can easily be put into the trunk of your vehicle. While they are generally a cheaper option, they make up for the reduced price by being a good option in places where full size strollers wouldn’t be as effective.
Tandem strollers
For those families that have twins, first of all, congratulations. Secondly, a one seat baby stroller isn’t going to do enough when you’re out with them. For those times, manufacturers make a double stroller to accommodate 2 babies at the same time, without reducing the quality or the safety. Some manufacturers even offer an option for triplets or quadruplets if needed.
Safety concerns
With baby strollers, like any piece of baby furniture, there can be concerns regarding the safety of your baby while they are using it. There have been reports of child deaths while using a baby stroller.
From covering the opening to protect a child from the hot sun to laying a little one in the stroller the wrong way can lead to terrible consequences for the child.
With our list, we are recommending baby strollers to you but wanted to explain the importance of using a stroller as the manufacturer intended or making sure that if you happen to leave you child unattended, even for a moment that they are safe and secure.
Choosing what’s best for you
Choosing the right stroller is not only an important decision for you, but for your child as well. While it can be a benefit for you to have a way to get some exercise while spending time with your little one, choosing the best one for the both of you is what’s most important.
Making sure that your little one is comfortable each and every time you use it. With our list of the 10 Best Baby Strollers in 2018, we hope that our recommendations have given you an idea of what to look for when choosing a stroller.
Do you have a Baby Strollers on our list? Let us know how you like it in the comment section below.
Last Update on the 5th of March 2017
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