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The Lightest, Most Compact and Easiest to Fold Travel Strollers

This stroller is one of the lightest, most compact and easiest to fold. Despite its size, it offers an excellent ride, travel pushchair a fantastic sun canopy, and a multi-position recline.

For less than $100, this pushchair stroller is an excellent value. It has an easy compact fold, as well as a carry strap, so it's easy to sling over your shoulders or take to public transportation.

1. Lightweight

When it comes to strollers for travel lightweight and easy to fold are essential. The top models we tested fold down using just one hand (and sometimes two) and can be tucked away in overhead luggage compartments. They are also lightweight and easy to roll which makes them easy to maneuver into tight space. Some even come with the option of a telescoping handle to parents of different heights. If you're planning a brief excursion with a baby or a long-haul getaway with a toddler, you'll need an easy-to-pack stroller that will make the journey and return for your family.

To find the best strollers for travel, we analyzed nine strollers that were able to meet our weight and size requirements. Each model was tested on country streets, and in the terminal at the airport for mobility as well as ease of folding and carrying, and overall comfort for your child.

Our most popular choice is the Babyzen YoYo2 (320) that folds the most easily of the strollers we tested and is able to fit into the overhead bins on airplanes. It's car seat compatible and its seat reclines almost completely flat, making it suitable for infants. The car also features an undercarriage with a deep design with a bag hook on the handle, and a UPF50+ canopy that will offer plenty of protection to your child.

The Cybex Orfeo (320) is another great option. It has the ability to fold in concertina that can be completed by one hand and is very light. The padded five-point harness, an adjustable crotch strap and a Reversible seats ensure your child's safety, while a large undercarriage basket and a convertible seat ensure there's room for their belongings. It's also compatible with the brand's infant car seat, making it a viable option for families who start from birth.

The Coya TRVL ($320), an all-hands, one-step fold and is also compatible with car seats and has a large canopy. It's a bit pricier than other models in this category however, it comes with additional features, including a larger cupholder and parent pocket, an adjustable handlebar for parents of all sizes and a comfortable carry strap. The simple design does not mean it's as durable, as contrasted with other models in this category.

2. Folding is easy

When you're on the go, a travel stroller needs to be easy to open and close. If you have a bag of groceries or kids in your arms you don't want to struggle with a cumbersome stroller to close it. The best travel stroller (reference) travel strollers fold up easily and compactly, even with one hand. Many come with a cushioned strap that you can put comfortably over your shoulders.

In our tests, we awarded the Libelle stroller top marks for its compactness and easy folding. It also has a few attractive features. It is smooth on all surfaces, and has an expansive canopy that offers sufficient coverage. Additionally, it's extremely light and free-standing when folded which makes it easy to store.

We recommend parents who want their stroller to fit into the overhead bin of a plane Look for models that promise to fit. The Munchkin Sparrow is a good example. It can fit into the smallest folding and comes with a protective travel cover. However it doesn't come with an adjustable seat and the cargo area is too small to accommodate anything but an infant diaper bag or tote.

Another alternative is the Babyzen Yoyo 2, which folds up into a concertina-style but also has a reversible seat for face-toface or back-toback riding. The handle is tucked behind the seat, but our editor didn't like the fold.

The tri-fold is the newest stroller for travel. It folds in three pieces and provides the most compact combination of size and features. The UPPAbaby Miniu for instance, has a reversible seat and a storage compartment that is unstructured at the rear, and a lockable latch to keep it folded. It's a little bigger than the umbrella models of the brand however it folds more compactly than G-Luxe and G-Link counterparts, and comes with a carry strap with padding that can be slung over your shoulder.

3. Easy to store

The best travel strollers can be folded down to a size that can be easily stored. They can be easily stowed in the trunk of a car, or in the overhead bin of the plane. Some models come with a strap you can use to carry the stroller over your shoulder, so that your hands won't be tired. They also tend to be lighter than regular strollers, which could make them easier to lift and carry when it's time for a stroll around the neighborhood or the airport.

This stroller performed exceptionally well in our tests of durability and was easy to maneuver over all types of surfaces. From smooth hardwoods to sag flooring, this stroller is an excellent option. However some of our test subjects noticed that it was a bit thin and the handlebar does not have any padding to help keep your hands comfortable. The size of the storage basket should also be considered. It's on the small side pram and car seat some parents have found it difficult to squeeze a large size diaper bag into it.

We suggest calling your airline prior to departure to confirm their specific guidelines concerning strollers. They can differ. This is important when you are planning to gate-check a stroller. You can then take it on the plane, and then navigate the airport without the stroller.

The Contours Itsy travel stroller is an excellent option if you are looking for a compact, lightweight stroller. The Contours Itsy comes almost fully assembled and all you have to do is snap in the bumper bar. It has a cup for parents holder and a back pocket however, there is no basket that is large that could make it difficult to carry essentials for a long-distance trip.

If you're an avid traveler, we recommend considering a more robust stroller that has better features and is able to hold more cargo. The UPPAbaby Miniu, for example, has many of the same features like its G-Luxe or G-Link counterparts however, it's smaller and folds more quickly. It's also a bit more robust than an umbrella stroller and has a padded strap to help lift some of the burden off your shoulders.

4. Confortable

Comfort is key when using strollers for long periods of time. Find seats with plenty of padding and a recline feature that lets you set it at various angles. Be sure to check if the canopy extends to give shade from the sun and if it has mesh windows that allow airflow. You should consider a model that comes with a parent organizer/cupholder and an ample basket under the seat if you need to carry your belongings. If you're looking for a stroller for older children, 3 in 1 pram look up the age range and determine whether your child is comfortable in the stroller without a car seat for infants.

It is also essential to think about the way a stroller moves. It must be able to roll easily across a variety of surfaces including smooth hardwoods, shag carpet to cobblestones and gravel. It should also handle curbs and stairs with ease. If your plans for travel include lots of walking, choose a stroller that is light to prevent back and leg soreness.

A high-quality travel stroller should be easy to use, as well. It should be easy to assemble and snap together when put in the proper position. It should also be able to fold flat and fit into the car's boot or in the overhead compartment of a plane. It should also stay upright when folded, so that you can carry it around by one hand and hold your child in the other.

If you are a parent seeking a top-quality, lightweight travel stroller the Joie Tourist is a great alternative. It comes with several recline positions so that your child can nap in comfort. The canopy that extends can provide ample sun protection, with UPF protection. It also includes a rain cover and a coffee cup holder and pushchairs footmuff. Charlotte is thrilled that it's suitable from newborns up to four years old and doesn't require the purchase of a separate car seat adapter.