The best pushchairs, prams and buggies for safe travel with your baby

The Nuna TRIV Next was awarded Silver and Gold for Best Pushchair at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 and 2024.

If you live in a city or travel a lot, this compact pushchair should be on your radar. This bundle includes a pram, car seat and carrycot, so you've got every essential covered. The Nuna TRIV™ is cleverly designed with a seat that can face both ways and fold both ways and can easily convert to a travel system.

In terms of comfort, one reviewer said their child isn't great at napping, "but there seemed to be something about this pram that helped him get off to sleep quickly and comfortably". They also added that it's easy to manoeuvre and good for getting into tight spaces, plus slots nicely into the boot of the car.

Our testers liked that the ring adaptor can even fold with the frame, creating the perfect sidekick to your everyday adventures. For a quick trip to the supermarket or getting across town, our reviewers said that the TRIV is user-friendly, packs up quickly, folds with one hand and stands on its own, keeping your busy hands free. However, our testers didn't think the suspension was great. That aside, this is still proof that great things can come in small packages.

Read our full Nuna TRIV Next review.

**The Ocarro won a Gold Award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.
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Ideal for rural and suburban living, this pushchair has a large, robust design perfect for all-terrain journeys. Our testers were impressed with how the dual suspension can handle the ups and downs of off-roading while baby stays snug and cosy in the large, padded seat. The iconic one-hand fold makes life easier, especially if you're caught in the rain, like one of our reviewers during testing.

The Mamas & Papas Ocarro stores away easily, even with the stroller seat on, ready for the next adventure, but be warned; it doesn't stand up easily when folded. Other features our reviewers loved are the fact that the hood comes down quite far, the zip to let some air in and the flap to check your baby, for peace of mind.

Read our full Mamas & Papas Ocarro review.

The Silver Cross Tide was awarded Silver for Best Pushchair at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Designed for busy families, the three-in-one Silver Cross Tide comes complete with a stylish chassis, a carrycot for travelling straight from the start and a pushchair seat unit that reverses and reclines, although this does come at a price and some testers thought it was expensive. We liked that this exciting travel solution is equally comfortable in the urban jungle as it is on off-road adventures.

Our parent testers agreed that the Silver Cross Tide is a versatile pram, balancing function and size without compromising on comfort. One reviewer noted its thoughtful features, such as "the extendable hood/canopy with ventilation panel" and "the magnetic style buckle [which is] so much easier than other major pram brands I have used".

Crafted from high-quality materials (in true Silver Cross style), it provides a smooth, well-padded ride for your little one, and folds down compactly without needing to remove the seat. The only negative? We'd love to see more colourways available, but we're really trying hard to find any cons at all.

Read our full Silver Cross Tide review.

The Joie Litetrax Pro was awarded Bronze for Best Pushchair at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

The Joie Litetrax 4 allows your child to travel in comfort and style from birth to four years old. We liked the fully reclining seat which allows newborns to travel in the lie-flat position and converts into a travel system with Joie's 0+ car seats. It also includes an adjustable leg rest and a large hood with a ventilated panel, plus a "good size rain cover which covers the whole pushchair perfectly", according to our reviewers.

The Litetrax 4's swivel wheels allow for easy steering and lock into a fixed position for better control over bumpy surfaces, although testers did not think it handled rough terrain well. It has a simple one-hand fold function, which our testers agreed is great for parents on the go, and can easily be folded away.

Read our full Joie Litetrax Pro review.

**The Out 'n' About Nipper Single V4 won Gold at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 for Best Pushchair.
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The Out' n' About Nipper Single V4 is ideal for everyday use and will be especially useful for those who live in rural areas or like to adventure. With its range of travel system options and bespoke carrycot, it offers a comfortable ride from newborn to toddler, but it only offers forward-facing options.

Our testers like the air-filled tyres, which allow for smooth, one-handed manoeuvring across city and scenic off-road routes effortlessly. Sturdy but lightweight enough to be lifted over gates, it's a versatile pram which can be used for jogging once baby is old enough. Through all-weather testing, our reviewers were impressed. A great all-rounder.

Read our full Out 'n' About Nipper Single review.

**The UPPAbaby Cruz V2 was shortlisted in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.
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With large wheels, dual-action rear suspension and front suspension, the UPPAbaby Cruz V2 is one of the smoothest rides in the business. Don't let that fool you, though, it still folds down into a compact package for easy storage and transportation, is lightweight and is easy to manoeuvre. If you want the full package, you will need to purchase the carrycot or newborn insert separately, so it is an investment.

Our parent testers found this pushchair extremely comfortable to use. The brake, handle, and suspension worked efficiently, and the folding mechanism was quick and easy. Our tester, Hannah, found that the basket space was "big enough for a large change bag and several shopping bags", which will definitely make life easier.

Read our full UPPAbaby Cruz V2 review.

**The Nuna MIXX Next won a Silver award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.
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Ready for any terrain, the Nuna MIXX Next has all-wheel suspension and can be manoeuvred with one hand. The seat can be folded flat for a deep, relaxed sleep, which our testers loved, although there aren't many recline options overall. It packs away into a neat little bundle, making it great for those with limited boot space.

Our parent testers liked the overall height and look of this pushchair, commenting on how stylish it is - and they really loved the phone pouch. They also liked how easy it is to switch from parent-facing to front-facing, plus the amount of storage space, and the comfortable leather-look handles. They raved about the carrycot, telling us, "the sun shield on the carrycot is excellent, with lots of options for varying shade and air ventilation, and the magnetic fastening is a clever and neat way to attach. The mattress on the carrycot feels very padded and comfortable."

Read our full Nuna Mixx Next review.

The Joie Versatrax was shortlisted in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.

This elegant pushchair is as easy to fold as it is on the eye – the handy quick release on the back of the seat will have you packed up and ready to go in the blink of an eye, whether the seat is fixed forward or rear facing. We loved how the clever freestanding-when-folded design also makes it easy to lift and store, although the handlebar can be a bit temperamental. The Joie Versatrax handles like a dream thanks to the Sweet StrideTM single front swivel wheels, all-wheel suspension and one-touch brakes.

Our parent tester really liked the foldability of the pram, plus its robustness and high-quality build, noting that the thick wheels are great for different terrains. She also noted that the easy-pull handle is "such a great feature and makes getting it in and out of the car so easy."

Read our full Joie versatrax review.

The Mamas & Papas Airo is the latest edition to the Mamas & Papas pushchair family and echoes the show-stopping features of the Ocarro, while maximising lightweight comfort and effortless manoeuvrability. It's ideal for city adventures and for parents who are always on the go. Our testers were impressed with how easy it is to fold and store, thanks to its famous one-hand fold. The Airo's compact design also allows you to tuck it neatly into car boots, footwells, luggage racks and overhead compartments. It can even be worn as a backpack. It is suitable from newborn, but the newborn package must be bought separately.

Our editor recommends this pushchair to parents with toddlers-in-tow as it isn't bulky and makes navigating life on the go a breeze. She notes, "I've always hidden the buggies, strollers, pushchairs in the boot of my car, but the Airo happily sits in the house, in the hallway and doesn't get in the way. I am also already envisaging how useful it will be when we go on holiday. Excited, in fact, to take it on our family adventures around the UK and, eventually, when we can, abroad."

Read our full Mamas & Papas Airo review.

Offering multiple configurations, both as a single or double stroller, the Bugaboo Donkey 5 is versatile, easy to push, and compatible with multiple car seats. If you're thinking of expanding your family, you can easily convert it in a few easy clicks so it can carry two children. Our feature and reviews editor considers the Donkey 5 "the equivalent of owning the road in a range rover", with a lot of "well-thought out parts that make the difference as a parent".

She notes that the build is ultra-high quality, feels cushioned on various terrains and, considering its size, is easily manoeuvred, even on the spot, helped by the large single wheels.

Read our full Bugaboo Donkey 5 review.

The YOYO² is loved by celebrities across the globe, and for good reason. It's versatile, extremely lightweight (just 6.2kg!) and ideal for city dwellers and those who fly regularly. Suitable from birth with the newborn pack or bassinet (both sold separately) or from six months as a stroller, it's compact enough to be carried over your shoulder, easily folding down. It comes in several delightful shades, and there's a good range of accessories to choose from.

We found it easy to put together, although we did follow the YouTube video rather than the picture-only instructions, and it feels well-made. It is a little on the small side, so taller parents might find they have to bend down quite a lot - the handlebar doesn't adjust, which we'd have liked to see. Also, the wheels aren't quite hardy enough to tackle tough terrains; it's definitely better as a city pram.

Read our full BABYZEN YOYO² Stroller review.

**The ABC Design Salsa 4 won a Bronze Award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Pushchairs category.
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This beautiful pram not only looks good but does good, too. A vegan product, it's made from recycled bottles meaning its sustainability credentials are impressive, but so are the design and function. Our parent testers loved the huge canopy, which covers the whole seat area (great for rainy days), plus the smooth ride, thanks to the top-notch suspension.

They also liked the range of accessories available and how neatly they fit onto the pram. Despite its size, the pram is easy to push around and even folds down to a surprisingly small size with ease. Speaking of size, the carrycot is generous, which means baby will have plenty of room to grow, and it can be used for sleeping.

Read our full ABC Design Salsa 4 Fashion Edition review.

The Joie Mirus Scenis is a featherweight, reversible pushchair that makes choosing between rear-facing and forward-facing as easy as can be, letting babies explore the world around them or focus on you.

Reviewers enjoyed the full canopy, hand brake, one-handed reclining adjustments, the quality of the wheels and suspension, plus the spacious basket. They also loved how it stands upright when folded and how lightweight it is. They did note, however, that it is not always the easiest to manoeuvre.

For a pram that switches between parent-facing and forward-facing in one swift movement, opt for the Cybex Eezy S Twist+2. Utilising one hand, it rotates 360 degrees, allowing you to communicate with your child when needed and for them to explore the world the rest of the time. Reviewers really like that the seat is higher than some others on the market, plus that it's lightweight and fits into small spaces.

With large wheels and four-wheel suspension, it's a smooth ride that tackles many terrains well.
It easily folds with one hand into a self-standing package for convenient stowing and storage, which we really liked, although it is disappointing that the handlebar is not adjustable.

The Graco EeZeFold is a lightweight, compact pushchair and our testers said that its "promise of being perfect for families on the go certainly rings true." Its main selling point is its one-second one-hand fold alongside its portability, but there are many other features which make this pushchair so appealing, including a UPF 50+ canopy and multi-position recline. Some testers wished there was an adjustable handlebar and also said the shoulder pads sometimes slid down.

Read our full Graco EeZeFold review.

The Ergobaby Metro+ stroller has all the comfort of a full-sized stroller in an ultra-compact design, making it the ideal fit for parents who don't want to sacrifice comfort for convenience, which our testers liked. Described as a "well-manufactured pram" that will grow with your little one by our reviewer, It has extra cushy padding and an adjustable handlebar, providing ultimate comfort and support for both baby and parents - tall and small, but bear in mind the buckle is a little complicated.

Read our full Ergobaby Metro+ revie****w.

**The Silver Cross Clic stroller won a Bronze Award in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Lightweight Buggy/Stroller category.
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Light and easy to use, the Silver Cross Clic Stroller has a lie-flat, one-handed reclinable seat and. is suitable from birth to 22kg. We love that if your little one is ready to explore their surroundings, you can pull out the strap and carry the Clic on your shoulder. When not in use, the strap stores away neatly inside the seat. Our parent tester loved that it allows for lots of room in the car (great for family trips), plus it made day-to-day life easier as it's so easy to get in and out of the boot.

Read our full Silver Cross Clic review.

Extremely compact and easy to use, the Chicco Liteway 4 stroller is suitable from birth up to 22kg and is great value for money. Our testers liked how this lightweight stroller can be quickly folded for on-the-go convenience and, once folded, it can be easily carried with the built-in handle. They did think, however, that the hood could be improved.

With an automatic, one-handed fold, the Graco Myavo is compact and lightweight, which makes it easy to take on the go, although the one-handed fold can be tricky to get the hang of. We liked that it has the option to be a three or five-point harness system to keep your little one secure and a detachable bumper bar to make it easier to put them in and take them out.

Our writer, Sam, said that her daughter "was actually happy to stay sat in the stroller... she felt comfortable enough to stay sat in it, [and] she would normally try to climb out", which is a testament to its comfort.

Read our Graco Myavo Compact Stroller review here.

**The My Babiie Billie Faiers Grey Tie Dye Pushchair won Bronze at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 for Best Pushchair.
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This stylish grey tie-dye pushchair from Billie Faiers is part of her 'Signature Range' at My Babiie. This pushchair is a lovely and stylish pushchair for everyday use, but bear in mind that the light fabric will stain easily. We like that it's lightweight and easy to manoeuvre with a handy large shopping basket, and reviewers agree. The colour-contrasting wheels and rear leg make this pushchair extra stylish, and the well-padded seat and padded chest pads mean your little one will be extra comfy every second of their journey. The seat unit is fully reclinable, making these pushchairs great for naps on the go, too. Some reviewers suggested it's a tad difficult to put down, especially if you have long nails.

Read our full My Babiie Billie Faiers Grey Tie Dye Pushchair review.