Cheap Prams

The choice of a pram or a stroller (or buggy) is based on your budget, lifestyle and the needs of your child. Consider how you will use it on a daily basis, as well as the amount of storage space you have at home as well as in your car.

Our baby gear expert loves the fact that this one-stop package includes a carrycot, pushchair seat and a Stratus car seat (0-6m). It's also durable and looks stylish.

Cost

The prams on our list of the 10 top prams for value in Australia are well-priced and offer lots of features for the money. The ABC Design Salsa 4 for example is a model that is modern with swivel wheels on the front and a reversible unit that lets you decide which direction your baby will be facing. The large air-filled tires and integrated suspension provide the smoothest ride, even on rough terrain. It comes with a large shopping basket that can accommodate nappies as well as a bag of food items.

The Xplory X is a stylish and comfortable pram from Stokke. It's available in a variety of muted colors and its brushed twill and quilted cotton fabrics look stylish. The padded seat with head pillow and chest pads feels cosy and the bassinet comes with an elegant curvature that feels more like a crib as opposed to the traditional pram. The pram isn't the most affordable, but it offers great value with its luxurious design and numerous additional features, such as an holder for coffee cups or an extended sun canopy.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro is a premium option that is suitable for toddlers and infants. The seats that can be reversible, and the fully reclineable carrying cot, allow you to adjust the position of your baby to suit their mood. The hood can be adjusted to the floor to provide a comfy snooze with complete coverage. Its compact fold makes it easy to move and to store.

While some prams come with the car seat or carrycot, others require you to buy the items separately. This stylish and sturdy travel system from Baby Jogger is an exception. It saves time and money since it comes with all the components in one package. It comes with an adjustable carrycot that can lie flat, a pushchair seat and an Graco Isofix base - all you need to get started.

The most suitable prams for infants are ones that let them lie flat, which increases oxygen saturation and helps support the health of the hip and spine development. All of the prams in this guide feature a fully reclinable seat, which can be used from the moment of birth. Some of them are also convertible to a double for twins or siblings.

Durability

A pram is an important purchase for a new parent. It's also one of those items that will be used a lot. It's important to pick the right pram to take on everything from shiny flooring to bumpy cobblestones. Our testers looked at the latest offerings from market-leading brands and tested them on city streets as well as country walks, and even some off-roading to see how they performed.

A quality pram should be able to offer some comfort to your child. This means a padded harness and a soft cover for the seat. It must also be able to recline in various positions and come with a large shopping basket to take food items, a change bag and a few essentials for your child. And, of course, it should be easy to fold so you can put it away in your car easily or hop on a bus easily.

The pram that has passed all of our tests is the iCandy Peach 7. This sleek stroller is everything you would expect from a premium stroller. It's suitable for babies thanks to the included carrycot and can easily be converted into a twin pushchair (Desirerose website) once your child grows. It is packed with lots of premium features, including soft padding, a large basket, and puncture-proof tires. It is also easy to maneuver due to its aluminum frame that is lightweight.

It's not inexpensive, but when you can afford it, this is an excellent purchase. It is super comfortable for your child and has three reclining positions that are ideal for those who are looking to nap on the move. It comes with a large sunshade, hood, and is easy to clean. It can be folded even when the bassinet and seat unit remain attached, which will save you a lot of space. It can be used on any terrain, so you can take your baby anywhere. From the street to the country and everywhere in between. The iCandy Peach 7 is definitely worth the money.

Easy of Use

A pram needs to be user-friendly to keep your baby and you comfortable on your walks. It is important to choose one that can be folded easily and that you can easily get in and out of the car or onto public transport. It must also be comfortable for both you and your child.

A good pram should be able recline completely into a lying-flat position for babies (this is essential since your baby's lungs might not be developed enough to withstand an upright seat). If you're planning on traveling a lot and need to travel, consider a system with an infant car seat and a footmuff included in the price. This will save you money and time in comparison to buying each piece separately.

It's also worth considering whether you want a pram that's compatible with the car seat or capsule which makes it easier to take your baby out during winter as well as to and from the airport. If you don't plan to make use of these additional components, you may want to think about a stroller with a bassinet which you can use from the time of birth.

Last but not least, take a look at the size of your shopping basket. Are you able to fit multiple bags of groceries in it? A large, spacious basket is best. Make sure your pram doesn't weigh too much to lift into the car boot or onto public transport.

Chloe is a Digital Reviews Coordinator and a Writer on the Immediate Media Parenting Team. She has a First Class Honours Degree in Psychology. She loves helping parents find products to aid their children's development. She searches the market to find the most innovative and effective family-friendly goods, from high-tech sleep aids to playpens. As a journalist for parenting for over 15 years, she has a vast knowledge of everything from infant seats to maternity clothes and is a mother of three. Her tips for choosing the right childs pram are based on her personal experiences and extensive industry research. She carefully selects products from a variety of price points for inclusion in our buying guides, to ensure there's something for everyone.

Style

It is essential to ensure that the pram you choose is the one that's right for your child. Can it be easily maneuvered through narrow aisles in stores and can it handle cobblestones? Consider the amount of space you have in your home and car to store it, and whether it's easy to fold when not being used.

There's plenty to consider when buying a pram, therefore it's worth taking the time to find one that you like - you may be using it several years from the time you purchase it. Pick a style that is timeless and a color that is easily matched with other accessories like changing bags and a baby carrier.

Luckily, there are lots of stylish prams available on the market that offer excellent value for money. Our experienced testers have put the latest models from the leading brands to the test and Twin Pushchair have found some genuine winners.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro premium pushchair is suitable for babies from birth and features an advanced suspension system to conquer any terrain easily. It's simple to assemble and, although it's no the tiniest of pushchairs but it's compact enough to pass through doorways and narrow spaces. The hood can be lowered to almost the ground and provides your child with an intimate and cozy space for naps or sun protection. The puncture-resistant tyres ensure the smoothest ride possible and the chassis is robust and secure.