Compact Pushchair Reviews

If you're using public transport or often traveling via car, a light compact stroller is a great choice. They are easy to fold and store and they're also less likely to be damaged by baggage handlers.

These lightweight travel strollers are convenient and easy to navigate over cobblestones. Plus, they can be easily tucked away into overhead compartments on planes.

Lightweight

The most compact pushchairs from birth are easy to carry and, more importantly, easy to fold. Most of them have a one-handed fold and take up less space when folded than full-size buggies. They're a great option for those who don't have a lot of space in your home, or you're concerned about space restrictions when traveling.

Some also have a very tiny footprint when closed, which helps you to navigate tight spaces. They are a good option for those who live in an apartment or simply want something light and lightweight for day-to-day walking. They can be uncomfortable for older children who have to extend their legs in order to move around.

There are a variety of different fold types available on the market and some are truly one-handed and others needing an extra effort or two hands to complete. Some are designed to be as compact as they are able to be, which means they can fit in the cabin baggage allowances of many flights or be carried on your shoulder using a strap or handle.

For a light pushchair, our top pick is the Silver Cross Dune. This offers all the smart design and innovative features you would expect from this heritage brand, but in a much more compact package. It comes with an easy-to-use fold, and like the Contours Itsy comes fully assembled inside the box. It's a great choice for parents who will be traveling frequently with their baby. It can be tucked away in the majority of car trunks and smaller trunk spaces.

The Cybex Mios is another option. It is a bridge between the two categories of pushchairs and is a fully-functional system with nimbleness. It can be used in a parent-facing mode from birth, and switched to world-facing mode as your child ages. It also has a decent reclining feature that is nap-worthy. It's not as compact as the Libelle, but it does come in smaller size and is more comfortable to use on flat surfaces. It is not suitable for rough terrain. Its other selling point is the low price tag and excellent tests of durability.

Easy to store

The Joie Pact Pro is the ideal travel buggy, which folds into a size that can be tucked away in an overhead compartment for luggage, and weighing so little you'll barely notice it in your car boot. It's also a great day-today stroller and our test driver Hollie found it easy to steer even while juggling her one-year-old. She appreciated the adjustable handle and lockable wheels however, she noted that it's not a particularly comfortable seat. But she also appreciates the ability to add extras, including an reversible, washable seat liner, rain cover and an muff for the foot.

The Babyzen YoYO is a different, impressively compact fold pushchair. It's not as streamlined as the Cybex Libelle but it's still a neat package that can easily slide into car trunks and trunks. It provides more options for babies when compared to other buggies. It can be equipped with a newborn cot or bassinet as well as a customized ride-on-board for older children and an adapter for tandem seats.

It isn't the most compact buggy for driving on rough or uneven terrain, and its tinier wheels don't perform as well as the other models we've tried. It's still a easily maneuverable pushchair, and YOYO is a shrewd choice for navigating narrow aisles and muddy paths. It's a good option for a vacation or city break.

The Cosatto Bee6 is a compact travel buggy that offers many features for a price that is surprisingly low. It can be folded down to the size and weight of a big bag, and is easy to carry on trains and planes. It's also easy to steer, and our MFM test rider Matt found it a joy to steer, even when a heavy toddler was on board. The hood is a advantage, as it can be lowered to shade you and protect from sun and rain. It's ideal for nap time. Its only downside is that there's no under-seat storage, and you have to carry or delicately hang your bag on the handlebars (against the advice of a professional!). Alternately, you can buy a separately sold changing bag holder, making this a great buggy for holidays.

Easy to maneuver

Wheels on compact pushchairs might appear small, but they're often quite adept in navigating narrow aisles and rough terrain. The Micralite is an excellent example. Although it has small wheels, it is able to handle rough pavements with ease and sharply turn on narrow roads and even tackle some light gravel without much difficulty. It also has a slick steering system that is a breeze to steer using just one hand. It folds down into a neat and compact size that fits snugly into its accompanying carrying bag.

Most compact pushchairs are designed for toddlers and older children however, an increasing number offer a lie-flat seat or the option to add an extra carrycot (or baby car seat) to make them suitable from birth. These Z fold buggies are usually very lightweight and weigh between 6 and 8 kg. They can also be approved for cabin use by a variety of airlines. MFM Editor Gemma has used hers on numerous occasions and has said it's extremely simple to use and pack away.

If you are looking for a compact fold then the YOYO is an excellent choice. It was the first buggy that offered this feature. It's still a popular choice for parents who prefer it to its rivals due to its unique design and superior performance. It's a great choice for frequent travelers, particularly those who want to avoid the stress of waiting in lines for baggage collection by bringing their stroller pushchair with them.

The YOYO is extremely compact, fitting into the accompanying bag with ease and having some room to spare. It is a great option for frequent travelers, particularly those who need to carry many things in their luggage. It's also extremely adaptable. You can buy a variety of optional accessories, including a newborn Lejoux+ Pink baby Pushchair: stylish And Functional choice bassinet, bespoke riding board and twin travel bundles to transform it into tandem. You can also purchase an umbrella and rain cover for added peace of mind.

Confortable

If you're a parent looking for 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. The Silver Cross model's maneuverability as well as its reclining chair were among the best of our tests. It has a parent's tray, the storage basket which can be used to fit small backpacks, and excellent sun cover options.

Some compact strollers fold so small that they are cabin approved for air travel. This makes them ideal if you travel often or have a limited space in your car boot. They're typically light and compact, making them easy to carry and can be used with a travel system if you select a model that features a lie-flat seating or comes with an optional newborn pod or one of two luxurious folding carrycots.

When looking for a trip, it's important to keep in mind that not all models of buggy are all created in the same way. Certain brands claim that their compact fold pushchairs can be folded with one hand, but others might require more of an involvement or two hands to work out how to get it folded. It's also worth checking whether the buggy has a seat recline - some are fully flat and others have slight recline, which could be suitable for toddlers, but not for babies.

Make sure the model you pick is appropriate for your travel plans. For example, if your destination is hot, you should look for a model with a mesh fabric that's vented to keep your child cool. Likewise, if you're heading somewhere rainy or windy, make sure the pushchair you buy comes with a cover that's designed to fit it. generic covers will not fit and can let water in.