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3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review
If you're a health-conscious person looking for an jogging stroller, or simply need a stroller for everyday use there's a compact three-wheel stroller for you. Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Writer and Managing Editor at Sentry, put these models to the test on road surfaces and off-road ones. They also tested the safety of the seats for children.
Stroller Features
The best strollers come with features that allow you to travel with your child a lot easier. If you're looking for a brand new 3-wheel or 4-wheel stroller, look for features that make life easier, such as an ample storage basket, parent tray with cup holders, adjustable canopy, and more. It's important to determine what features are important to you and your family, and which you can do without.
BOB Gear Wayfinder is our top-rated stroller for running. It is loaded with practical features that keep parents happy and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three wheeled buggies different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap helps keep the stroller from slipping away when you're jogging. The Wayfinder features the biggest sunshade of all the strollers we tested and a glass window at the top allows children to see out while they rest. Jenni's 3 wheel stroller for newborn-year-old son found the seat to have a comfortable padding, so bumps in the road did not bother him.
This jogging stoller comes with the handbrake to help maintain control on slippery surfaces. It folds to the size of a compact, slim package that takes up a tiny space in the trunk of your vehicle, and it can convert into a travel system with select infant car seats from brands including Nuna, Maxi-Cosi, and Cybex by purchasing an adapter. It can also be used with the Uppababy Mesa V2 bassinet.
If you're planning to tackle rough terrains, solid tires are a must for strollers of all kinds. While they don't provide the same level of comfort as foam-filled or air-filled tires, they're ideal to navigate potholes and bumps with ease.
The stroller folds down in just two easy steps. It locks when folded and is compact enough to fit into most elevators. However, it's not as easy to maneuver as our other 4-wheel strollers and the mechanism to lock it is a bit difficult to understand. It involves pressing a button on the front of the stroller, closing a flap near the foot area, and lifting the handle. We'd rather have a simpler system that just clicks in place or opens by pulling.
Stroller Weight
The overall weight is a significant consideration. A heavier stroller is likely to be more stable than a stroller that is lighter and can provide better performance in rough terrain. Many parents prefer a stroller that is lighter, as it is easier to maneuver and is more suitable for daily use.
The size and type of the wheels is an important aspect. Certain strollers, such as those that run on jogging, have larger wheels that can offer a more comfortable ride for baby. However, larger wheels increase the overall weight of the stroller which makes it difficult to fold, transport, and store.
Certain models in our collection have air-filled wheels that offer a safe, comfortable ride for your child on rough terrain. Air-filled tires are prone to flattening, and you will need to replace them. If you are planning to travel a lot with your stroller, we recommend a model with solid tires that can withstand frequent contact with various surfaces and last longer.
Strollers that have swivel wheels on the front are ideal for safely navigating escalators as well as stairs. Falls on stairs or escalators are the most common accidents that occur due to strollers and are particularly dangerous for infants. If you cannot avoid using the stairs or escalator while using your stroller, we recommend using it only when your child is safely strapped into the seat and is close to you when walking up or down.
Some strollers can be purchased as a complete travel system where the car seat and stroller are sold as a single unit. These products are often more expensive and commodious than their separate counterparts and they may not be as effective in the long term. In addition many parents regret buying a bundled product as it may not come with all of the features they desire or could turn out to be incompatible with their vehicle or child's seat. We suggest that you purchase a stroller that is purchased separately from the car seat or capsule if you'd like to upgrade to a more advanced model in the near future.
Stroller Folding
The most 3-wheel strollers that are compact fold easily and store. Some even lock in place automatically when you open them. This feature can be especially beneficial for families that frequently use public transport or drive prior to taking a an outing.
Three-wheeled strollers can be pushed effortlessly in tight spaces, like grocery store aisles or other crowded areas. Many are also equipped with suspension systems that offer a smoother ride for your baby which is especially useful on sidewalks that are bumpy.
If you're looking for a stroller that is jogging-friendly that doesn't weigh you down the Guava Roam Crossover is a great option. The stroller is elegant and can be used as a part of a travel system with adapters for car seats to fit Nuna, MaxiCosi, Cybex, and Nuna infant carseats, and the Uppababy Bassinet. (Car seats and stroller boards sold separately). The stroller folds down in two steps and locks into place when it is opened.
Another stylish 3-wheel jogging stroller is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. This stroller is a little more expensive than our top picks, but is worth it if you travel a lot or live in the city. This lightweight stroller can fold down to a smaller size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and features padding, a detachable, five-point no-rethread harness and a large basket. It can also be used as a pram for newborns or young toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).
The Babyzen is a great product with some nice features. It is spacious in its recline, and also has storage space. However, some parents are disappointed by its performance. The seat isn't fully flat when it's reclining, and there's no cup holders or a tray for snacks for children. The brakes can be difficult to engage and the handlebar's height is too high for many short moms.
The Graco Fastaction stroller is designed to be as lightweight as is possible, yet not losing comfort or ease of use. It comes with a long list of impressive features including a large basket and a one-handed fold. The only drawback is that the brakes may be a bit difficult to activate and don't stay locked when the stroller is folded.
Stroller Safety
The safety features of a stroller should ensure that your child is safe using it. Some of the top-scoring strollers we've reviewed have a five-point safety harness with adjustable, padding straps for the crotch. This allows for a customised fit. Others come with a cushioned seat cushion to safeguard your child's head should they fall out of the seat or fall off. Some strollers come with safety brakes that lock two wheels. This is especially important for strollers that jog as it stops them from rolling over when they're going up or down escalators or stairs, where they can be especially dangerous for children.
In our tests, we evaluated the strollers' maneuverability in three different ways: the product's ability to turn and bounce over dips and bumps its ability to maneuver when loaded with children and its capacity to travel over rough surfaces. We also evaluated the ease of being able to open and close the safety harness, fold and unfold the stroller, adjust its backrest, handlebar height, operate the brakes, and then attach and remove car seats (if appropriate).
We discovered that some 3 wheeler pushchairs-wheel strollers are easier to maneuver than the 4-wheel models however this benefit diminishes as baby gets heavier. We recommend selecting the model that has hand brakes. It can help you slow down or stop without putting in as much effort as using your body by itself. However, many of the most efficient swivel wheel strollers have this option and only one of our top-rated fixed-wheel models does.
It's also important to think about how often you will need to take your stroller up the stairs or an escalator and whether or not it's safe to do this while the stroller is in its place. Elevators and stairs are more risky because they contain moving mechanical parts that make it difficult for you to control your stroller. If you can, we recommend using an elevator or having a second adult help you carry the stroller. Some of the top-scoring strollers may be taken up or down a set of stairs with the safety brake engaged. It's always safer to be safe rather than sorry.
If you're a health-conscious person looking for an jogging stroller, or simply need a stroller for everyday use there's a compact three-wheel stroller for you. Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Writer and Managing Editor at Sentry, put these models to the test on road surfaces and off-road ones. They also tested the safety of the seats for children.
Stroller Features
The best strollers come with features that allow you to travel with your child a lot easier. If you're looking for a brand new 3-wheel or 4-wheel stroller, look for features that make life easier, such as an ample storage basket, parent tray with cup holders, adjustable canopy, and more. It's important to determine what features are important to you and your family, and which you can do without.
BOB Gear Wayfinder is our top-rated stroller for running. It is loaded with practical features that keep parents happy and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three wheeled buggies different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap helps keep the stroller from slipping away when you're jogging. The Wayfinder features the biggest sunshade of all the strollers we tested and a glass window at the top allows children to see out while they rest. Jenni's 3 wheel stroller for newborn-year-old son found the seat to have a comfortable padding, so bumps in the road did not bother him.
This jogging stoller comes with the handbrake to help maintain control on slippery surfaces. It folds to the size of a compact, slim package that takes up a tiny space in the trunk of your vehicle, and it can convert into a travel system with select infant car seats from brands including Nuna, Maxi-Cosi, and Cybex by purchasing an adapter. It can also be used with the Uppababy Mesa V2 bassinet.
If you're planning to tackle rough terrains, solid tires are a must for strollers of all kinds. While they don't provide the same level of comfort as foam-filled or air-filled tires, they're ideal to navigate potholes and bumps with ease.
The stroller folds down in just two easy steps. It locks when folded and is compact enough to fit into most elevators. However, it's not as easy to maneuver as our other 4-wheel strollers and the mechanism to lock it is a bit difficult to understand. It involves pressing a button on the front of the stroller, closing a flap near the foot area, and lifting the handle. We'd rather have a simpler system that just clicks in place or opens by pulling.
Stroller Weight
The overall weight is a significant consideration. A heavier stroller is likely to be more stable than a stroller that is lighter and can provide better performance in rough terrain. Many parents prefer a stroller that is lighter, as it is easier to maneuver and is more suitable for daily use.
The size and type of the wheels is an important aspect. Certain strollers, such as those that run on jogging, have larger wheels that can offer a more comfortable ride for baby. However, larger wheels increase the overall weight of the stroller which makes it difficult to fold, transport, and store.
Certain models in our collection have air-filled wheels that offer a safe, comfortable ride for your child on rough terrain. Air-filled tires are prone to flattening, and you will need to replace them. If you are planning to travel a lot with your stroller, we recommend a model with solid tires that can withstand frequent contact with various surfaces and last longer.
Strollers that have swivel wheels on the front are ideal for safely navigating escalators as well as stairs. Falls on stairs or escalators are the most common accidents that occur due to strollers and are particularly dangerous for infants. If you cannot avoid using the stairs or escalator while using your stroller, we recommend using it only when your child is safely strapped into the seat and is close to you when walking up or down.
Some strollers can be purchased as a complete travel system where the car seat and stroller are sold as a single unit. These products are often more expensive and commodious than their separate counterparts and they may not be as effective in the long term. In addition many parents regret buying a bundled product as it may not come with all of the features they desire or could turn out to be incompatible with their vehicle or child's seat. We suggest that you purchase a stroller that is purchased separately from the car seat or capsule if you'd like to upgrade to a more advanced model in the near future.
Stroller Folding
The most 3-wheel strollers that are compact fold easily and store. Some even lock in place automatically when you open them. This feature can be especially beneficial for families that frequently use public transport or drive prior to taking a an outing.
Three-wheeled strollers can be pushed effortlessly in tight spaces, like grocery store aisles or other crowded areas. Many are also equipped with suspension systems that offer a smoother ride for your baby which is especially useful on sidewalks that are bumpy.
If you're looking for a stroller that is jogging-friendly that doesn't weigh you down the Guava Roam Crossover is a great option. The stroller is elegant and can be used as a part of a travel system with adapters for car seats to fit Nuna, MaxiCosi, Cybex, and Nuna infant carseats, and the Uppababy Bassinet. (Car seats and stroller boards sold separately). The stroller folds down in two steps and locks into place when it is opened.
Another stylish 3-wheel jogging stroller is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. This stroller is a little more expensive than our top picks, but is worth it if you travel a lot or live in the city. This lightweight stroller can fold down to a smaller size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and features padding, a detachable, five-point no-rethread harness and a large basket. It can also be used as a pram for newborns or young toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).
The Babyzen is a great product with some nice features. It is spacious in its recline, and also has storage space. However, some parents are disappointed by its performance. The seat isn't fully flat when it's reclining, and there's no cup holders or a tray for snacks for children. The brakes can be difficult to engage and the handlebar's height is too high for many short moms.
The Graco Fastaction stroller is designed to be as lightweight as is possible, yet not losing comfort or ease of use. It comes with a long list of impressive features including a large basket and a one-handed fold. The only drawback is that the brakes may be a bit difficult to activate and don't stay locked when the stroller is folded.
Stroller Safety
The safety features of a stroller should ensure that your child is safe using it. Some of the top-scoring strollers we've reviewed have a five-point safety harness with adjustable, padding straps for the crotch. This allows for a customised fit. Others come with a cushioned seat cushion to safeguard your child's head should they fall out of the seat or fall off. Some strollers come with safety brakes that lock two wheels. This is especially important for strollers that jog as it stops them from rolling over when they're going up or down escalators or stairs, where they can be especially dangerous for children.
In our tests, we evaluated the strollers' maneuverability in three different ways: the product's ability to turn and bounce over dips and bumps its ability to maneuver when loaded with children and its capacity to travel over rough surfaces. We also evaluated the ease of being able to open and close the safety harness, fold and unfold the stroller, adjust its backrest, handlebar height, operate the brakes, and then attach and remove car seats (if appropriate).
We discovered that some 3 wheeler pushchairs-wheel strollers are easier to maneuver than the 4-wheel models however this benefit diminishes as baby gets heavier. We recommend selecting the model that has hand brakes. It can help you slow down or stop without putting in as much effort as using your body by itself. However, many of the most efficient swivel wheel strollers have this option and only one of our top-rated fixed-wheel models does.
It's also important to think about how often you will need to take your stroller up the stairs or an escalator and whether or not it's safe to do this while the stroller is in its place. Elevators and stairs are more risky because they contain moving mechanical parts that make it difficult for you to control your stroller. If you can, we recommend using an elevator or having a second adult help you carry the stroller. Some of the top-scoring strollers may be taken up or down a set of stairs with the safety brake engaged. It's always safer to be safe rather than sorry.