Pushchair Easy Fold Review

A pushchair that folds easily is designed to take the stress from folding your buggy. They usually come out of the box fully assembled, fold down at the push of a button and slide perfectly into their carry bags.

Some are suitable for babies and offer a lie-flat seat or the option of affixed an infant car seat. These seats often fold in a concertina style.

Easy to fold

Many parents consider the ease of folding a pushchair when they select one. If you are traveling or just popping out for a stroll an easy, quick fold is vital. Certain models can be folded in seconds with the push of a button. Others require a bit more effort and two hands, or take several steps before being fully folded.

There are also a number of different ways the pushchair can fold. Some models have a z-fold, which is where the top of the chassis folds down over the frame using an effortless, natural motion. This is commonly seen in the Babyzen YOYO, which was one of the first of this type of stroller, and is a favourite with parents worldwide.

Some models come with an older-style folding mechanism with a handle/ring that can be finicky to master. The UPPAbaby G-Luxe, for instance, requires careful timing to to operate the mechanism but once you've mastered it, it's simple to collapse and stow.

Some of these pushchairs can be used immediately because they include the car seat or carrycot that's compatible. They can be more difficult to fold them than those which don't have this feature because you need to take off the car seat or carrycot before folding. However, these are still more compact than a standard pushchair that doesn't have this feature.

Easy to transport

It's important to have a pushchair that's simple to move and store is important especially if you are a frequent traveler. Many compact-folding buggies occupy less space when folded with the seat on and some can even be carried using a shoulder strap or a handle. These are perfect for families who are always on the move.

Other strollers that fold compactly are designed to be used as soon as is possible. They come with a lie-flat seat, and an option for infant car seats. These include the Babyzen YOYO, which was one of the first models in this category and set the standard for sleek one-hand folds. It also comes with an innovative feature that lets you turn the seat around to switch between parent-facing and world-facing. It's also cabin approved.

If you're looking for a stroller that can be used from birth but does not have as many features as the YOYO Consider the Ergobaby Entry. It has a bigger basket and wheels that are decently sized, with ample padding and a good seat recline. It's also a bit lighter than YOYO and comes with an adjustable handlebar. This is a fantastic feature for parents who are tall.

For city-living families, the ultra-compact pushchair Soho is a great alternative. It can be folded in a flash using just one hand, and the self-standing design makes it's great for stowing in the luggage compartment of public transport. It's also small enough to fit under tables at cafes or in storage spaces at home.

The EeZeFold is a small buggy that can also be used from birth. It features an adjustable recline that is lie-flat. It's light and is approved for use in airline cabins. It also has a storage lock to keep it in place when folded. Its most distinctive characteristic is the fact that it can be folded with one hand while holding your child. It's also very easy to unfold. It can easily fit into the trunk of your car. With just one click, you can add the SnugEssentials infant car seat*.

Easy to Manoeuvre

Suitable from six months the lightweight pushchair comes with an incredibly small frame that is curved and looks great with its mono-colour fabric. It's easy to steer and features an extremely smooth recline, making it a surprisingly comfortable option even for babies and toddlers. This gold-award-winning buggy also boasts impressive storage, and an easy fold. One of our MFM testers describes it as an "super compact" pushchair that's perfect for families who live in urban areas, or for travel enthusiasts. She also claims it is much more durable than other lightweights. She also says that the handlebars have a leather feel and are more durable than some of its competitors. It can be used either facing the parent or with the world facing side and comes with a large hood to keep the summer sun off of young faces.

You can also purchase various accessories like Maxi-Cosi Lara2 Graphite Baby Stroller: Lightweight Compact bassinets, a rain cover, leg rest and an unwheeled board that transforms it into a twin-travel buggy. It's also available in a large range of colors that means you can find the perfect one for your family.

Many pushchairs boast that they are easy to fold. However, not all of them are. Certain pushchairs fold by pressing a button. Others require more effort or more than one step. The Graco Eezefold that starts at PS99, features an easy, simple folding mechanism which makes it ideal for travel, especially if you need to fold it up on public transportation or in busy airports. It can be easily transported in a car boot, can be easily tucked away into cabin baggage, and is small enough to fit in the cabinet when not in use.

Easy to store

The compact pushchair fits easily in the boot of your car. It can be folded into a compact size to fit under tables at cafes or in the luggage compartments for travel by train or plane.

Le Clerc's clever compact fold, the Influencer XL collapses in one smooth movement, with no hassle or effort. It's a great stroller for all occasions that is suitable for babies from birth. It also has a recline that is flat for infants and snoozing toddlers too. It comes with a large storage basket as well as a cushioned handle bar that doesn't move but is at a height that is comfortable for parents with taller and shorter heights.

The 4-wheel suspension makes it extremely light and able to handle any terrain. The UPF 50+ canopy, which can be expanded and extremely durable. Baby can look around through the simple view mesh window. The clever one-click system lets you to connect it to an iSize infant car seat* with no adapters. You can easily get away from your home or go out to explore the world without any hassle.