Best baby strollers 2017 of the year
'18.07.2017'
Source: USA Today
If you are looking for a new stroller, then we consider the best choice for most people. Baby Jogger City Mini. Why? Because months were spent for research of pluses and minuses of these wheelchairs, more than 230 types were tested, thousands of responses were read, the set of parents was interrogated. This tells USA Today.
Choosing a stroller is very similar to buying a new car. And therefore difficult to navigate. There are many models, prices range from $ 20 to $ 1200 and it is very difficult to determine which features really matter. Many mothers know what it is to have a bad carriage and what a relief it is to get a good one.
But as with choosing a car, finding the best means finding the best for you. Since parents who live on the third floor of an apartment building may be uncomfortable that stroller that is suitable for residents of the suburbs.
However, our favorite standard single strollers are Baby Jogger City Mini, Chicco Viaro and Bugaboo Bee5 - have all the important characteristics: smooth ride, excellent maneuverability, plenty of storage space and ease of use, convenient folding mechanisms. In short, these are the best strollers you can buy right now.
Best of the best: Baby Jogger City Mini
Most wheelchairs are large, bulky and require the help of many hands (or even legs) to fold them. Baby Jogger City Mini not like that, and even though it weighs 18 pounds, it can be folded in seconds with a single movement of the innovative handle Quick-fold. When testing, we also liked the excellent maneuverability. City Mini, including a tight turning radius and the ease with which a tricycle can overcome curbs and other difficult obstacles.
I have had this stroller for almost a year, and my wife and I liked it. The stroller is easy to push, has enough room to accommodate all of our gear for the day, and the wife can easily hold her daughter in one hand while folding the stroller and placing her in her car with the other. User reviews are extremely positive, of which on Amazon more than 80% (!!) five star.
However, not everything is so perfect. Storage space is not so much compared to other strollers, and the gap between the basket and the seat is minimal, which makes it difficult to remove even the average bags when the child is sitting. And although the stroller is light and very durable, in my experience, the seat is thin and has no padding.
Car seats and warranty information: City Mini Designed for children up to 50 pounds and compatible with child car seats BOB, Britax, Baby Jogger, Graco, Chicco, Peg Perego, Cybex and Maxi-Cosi with adapters. Most adapters cost 20-30 dollars, although adapters Peg Perego and Chicco cost 60 US dollars. And despite the name Baby JoggersThis is not a stroller.
Where can one buy:
$ 209.99 at Amazon
$ 209.99 at Walmart
$ 259.99 at Kohl's
Best price: Chicco Viaro
If you are looking for an inexpensive stroller that has almost all the main features on our list, the Chicco Viaro is the best stroller option we’ve considered. It has a tricycle design that is very similar to Baby Jogger City Mini, with a lightweight frame, tight turning radius and a handle that allows you to fold the stroller in seconds.
Although we ultimately prefer City MiniHave Viaro there really are some advantages. The storage basket is larger and easier to access; it includes a cup holder and tray for children by default, and the price sometimes amounts to just 150 dollars.
What about the flaws? Well: the canopy is not connected to the back of the stroller, and therefore gives minimal protection against rain. City Mini offers a much better canopy, adapts to a wide range of car seats, and is easier to assemble, but Viaro fantastic for the price - just keep that in mind.
Car Seats and Warranty Information: Chicco viaro Designed for children up to 50 pounds (or 36 months) and supports car seats Chicco KeyFit and KeyFit 2. It does not support other types of car seats through adapters, but comes with a one-year warranty.
Where can one buy:
$ 159.99 at Amazon
$ 265.49 at Walmart
Premium Stroller: Bugaboo Bee5
Bugaboo Bee5 - A fairly lightweight (19,6 lb) and super-stylish premium stroller with some neat, well-thought-out features and a very smooth ride thanks to the four-wheel suspension. It is highly maneuverable, can handle heavy loads in the basket under the seat, and folds well enough to accommodate city dwellers who need to lift it up the stairs every day.
My favorite feature in this model was the ability to fold the seat, which gives instant access to the storage basket below. This is a brilliant design, although as you can obviously use it only when the seat is empty. It also features a reversible seat, a stunning range of stylish settings and an extremely durable frame that looks like years of service.
Disadvantages: Sunscreen may be stylish, but the underlying frame seems flimsy. There is also no child visible through it, although you can turn the seat over when using the seat for the first time. The stroller folds well, but it requires both hands, unlike our best choice.
The price is definitely "premium", starting at $ 739 on the site Bugaboo... Anyone in need of a $ 700 stroller? Not really, but our research shows that high-end models like this are extremely popular and this is the best model we've tested in this range. It comes in a variety of colors, wheels, patterns and limited editions, but you pay 2-3x more than if you just want a comfortable way to move your child.
Car seats and warranty information: Bugaboo Bee5 suitable for children up to 37,5 pounds and compatible with the seats Britax, Maxi-Cosi, Chicco and Cybex with adapters (sold separately). It comes with a two-year warranty that extends up to three years if you register the stroller.
Where can one buy:
$ 789.00 at Amazon
$ 799.00 at Nordstrom
Other strollers that we liked
Although these strollers did not win our competition, all of these models have something to offer buyers who may not like our main choice. Maybe you need more space for equipment and bags, or you want something to be compatible with your child car seat of your choice, or you are waiting for a second child and want to add something. In any case, this is an excellent stroller, to which it makes sense to look.
Baby Jogger City Select LUX
If your main experience with products Baby Joggers - is City Mini, new City Select LUX will surprise you - it is huge. The frame is thick and solid, the wheels are huge, and it has a whole cave for luggage. While it lacks a function Quick-Fold City Miniit still folds beautifully and can stand upright when folded.
Parents who just need a stroller for one child, City Select LUX maybe great. It weighs a pound 30,4 and has a very wide wheelbase, which makes it uncomfortable on busy sidewalks or in cramped shops. Therefore, it is not very suitable for city dwellers, especially if you cannot leave it in a car, garage or not on the ground floor.
However, she does have some very nice touches. The ride is extremely smooth and the handbrake means you can slow down the stroller while going down hills - just like you would on a bicycle.
When City Select LUX really good is when you add a seat for the second child. It supports the ability to add a second seat, car seat or toddler seat in addition to the main one - in almost any configuration you can imagine. This flexibility is rare, and if you're planning on having a second child and don't want to buy another stroller in a year or two, your choice is Select LUX.
Car Seats and Warranty Information: As mentioned earlier, Baby Jogger City Select LUX Designed for children up to 45 pounds (per seat) and supports car seats from Graco, Britax, Maxi-Cosi, Peg Perego, Baby Jogger, Chicco, Cybex, Nuna and BOB with adapters (all sold separately). It comes with a limited lifetime warranty on the frame, 1-year warranty on other parts and no warranty on the wheels.
Where can one buy:
$ 629.98 at Amazon
Britax 2017 B-Agile 3
Britax B-Agile 3 has the same advantages as City Mini, and Chicco Viaro: a three-wheeled design that easily overcomes curbs and other obstacles, a simple handle, a small storage basket and weight less than 20 pounds. This is an excellent stroller that didn’t reach our winners quite a bit.
Although we liked it more than Chicco in general, it is usually sold at a slightly higher price than 216 dollars, and the baby tray and the stroller with the cup holder are sold separately. It comes with a back case, where you can put high bottles with drinks, but I would not do the same with a cup of coffee. The price sometimes goes down to about 190 dollars, but Viarodefinitely worth it if you use a baby car seat Chiccowhen your baby is too young.
Car Seats and Warranty Information: Britax 2017 B-Agile 3 Designed for children up to 55 pounds and comes with a two year warranty from the manufacturer. It is compatible with all car seats. Britaxand you can purchase an adapter that supports Chicco Key Fit / Key Fit 30, Graco SnugRide 32 / 35 (not Click Connect) and car seats Peg Perego Primo Viaggio.
Note. In February of this year Britax announced the recall of some models B-Agile 3 due to faulty car seat connectors Click & Go. See details here.
Where can one buy:
$ 216.00 at Amazon
$ 216.00 at Walmart
$ 216.00 at Kohl's
Summer Infant 3Dlite
Summer Infant 3Dlite Is one of the most popular strollers due to its very affordable price, which drops to $ 60 on sale. This is an umbrella or lightweight stroller, so it folds down to a very compact size but does not support car seats or offers a heavy extra rack.
However, it can be your only stroller if your needs are limited to a casual walk or a trip to the zoo. However, there are some things to be aware of: it is not easy to maneuver as the wheels are small and have trouble getting over obstacles. We also found it difficult to fold - most of the time it requires both hands. While it folds well, it is actually quite long when folded, which can make storage difficult in certain situations.
It is difficult to argue about the price, which is less than 100 dollars. Even if you need something more for everyday use, it will be a great inexpensive spare stroller for holidays or short trips.
Car seat and warranty information: Summer baby stroller ComfortLight 3lite Does not support car seats. It is designed for children weighing up to 50 pounds and comes with a one year warranty.
Where can one buy:
$ 57.29 at Amazon
$ 57.29 at Walmart
$ 89.99 at Kohl's
Summer Infant 3Dtote
Summer Infant 3Dtote - the perfect choice for those who are attracted Summer Infant 3Dlitebut who needs a big boot. Storage basket is massive, ideal for storing coats, bags and other items. There are other pockets for the phone, keys, wallet, water bottles, even hooks for storing bags for diapers.
Despite all this, the stroller itself is not much more than 3Dlitealthough it weighs about four pounds more. This stroller is also the best shed, although we found that if you pull it too hard, the seat jumps out of the reclined position. The wheels are slightly different from 3DliteBut after all, there were all the same problems with obstacles and maneuverability.
The main drawback is the price. Although we regularly saw 3Dlite for 60 dollars, the 3D track goes from 95 to 129 dollars.
Car seat and warranty information: This stroller does not support car seats. It is designed for children weighing up to 50 pounds and comes with a one year warranty.
Where can one buy:
$ 101.99 at Amazon
Graco Modes 3 Lite
Stroller Graco Modes 3 Lite Is a classic example of how to fix a terrible first impression. This stroller was the most difficult to build we've tested, and the first time I put it together, I forgot to set the brakes because I didn't follow the instructions closely enough. Was that stupid of me? Of course, but that shouldn't be possible at all.
But despite this stroller 3 Modes Lite would be nice. Although there are some reports that its wheels squeak too much, other user reviews are very good. The stroller is very maneuverable, has a smooth ride and a strong fabric for both the seat and the canopy. It also has plenty of storage space under the seat, with enough clearance for easy access.
The best feature, however, is the folding system. FastActionalmost identical to our favorite stroller feature: Quick-Fold on Baby Jogger City Mini. Graco Modes 3 Lite it folds up quickly and stands on its own, although it is more bulky than the City Mini, and it would be a little harder to carry it up the stairs.
Overall, this is a good value at a price of less than 200 dollars. In this sense, it is very, very close to Chicco viaro. Their designs are almost. Viaro wins because she doesn't seem to have any problems, but if you prefer sitting Carco chiccothen this is a great alternative.
Car seat and warranty information: The Modes 3 Lite designed for children up to 50 pounds, but compatible only with car seats Graco click connect (you can purchase it with a stroller if you choose a travel system). It comes with a one-year limited warranty.
Where can one buy:
$ 163.99 at Amazon
$ 163.99 at Walmart
$ 195.49 at Kohl's
