Choosing a Lightweight Holiday Pushchair

If you're planning a trip or need to replace your buggy the right stroller for travel will make your trip easy. Our test participants were looking for a stroller which was lightweight and easy to fold, as well as durable enough for daily use.

They also wanted something that was cabin friendly and could fit in the small space on planes, trains and boats.

Lightweight

If you're traveling with kids, it's important to have a lightweight pushchair. It's easier to transport and take up less space in your hotel. It will also be easier to maneuver on trains or on a plane. You'll need a stroller with a large storage basket to fit all the items you need for your clothes and other. It should also come with locking swivel wheels that are able to handle rough and smooth terrain.

One of the lightest holiday Pushchairs For All Seasons we've tested is the Babyzen Yoyo2. It is a compact curvaceous frame that is made of high-end monochrome fabrics. It comes with a thick cover that protects your child from the sun and a handy cup holder to hold drinks. It can also be folded using just one hand. It comes in black, red, toffee, or grey, and is extremely affordable.

The Joie Tourist is another great lightweight pushchair ideal for holiday trips. This stylish stroller is available in a stunning shade of gray. It's also extremely lightweight, weighing just 6kg. It folds down to the size a suitcase. It's ideal for parents who are always in motion and require an easy-to-travel rear facing pushchair. It can be used as a stroller with the seat that reclines.

If you're planning to travel with a twin baby, consider a lightweight double stroller pushchairs such as the Mountain Buggy Nano duo. It is the smallest, lightest and most affordable double pushchair on the market. It is easy to fold and unfold, and comes with a large storage basket. It also comes with a large hood and locking swivel wheels that can take on more rough terrain.

A good lightweight pushchair stroller will also have a compact folding mechanism, and should be easy to carry on your shoulders. This makes it simple to transport in taxis, trains and buses and to climb and descend the stairs and escalators with your baby in the stroller. The Joie Tourist is an excellent option because it can fold in one hand and fit into the overhead lockers of planes. It has a large hood that shields your child from sun and an adjustable, comfortable handlebar.

Easy to maneuver

Whether you're jet-setting for holidays or just want a light buggy that you can use at home or when visiting family, a light travel pushchair ticks the box. There are plenty of options, including those that come with a variety of accessories, like baby bassinets and a rain cover, or a toddler legrest so that their legs don't dangle. They may feel a little fragile because they have a shorter frame and a simpler suspension than buggies of the full size. However our MFM testers discovered that all were manageable.

A good quality lightweight holiday pushchair will be easy to manoeuvre and will have a large storage basket so you can take lots of things you need with you. It should also be freestanding when folded, which means it takes up less space in your accommodations and can easily be carried through busy airports or put in the car boot without sacrificing luggage space. It's an advantage for those who travel on their own to be able to fold and unfold the stroller and pushchair using just one hand. You'll need a stroller that you can use to get on and off escalators, as well as to climb and descend stairs.

Our MFM reviews found the Graco Eezefold pushchair to be very easy to move, and even when fully loaded it is sturdy enough to cope with cobbles and uneven roads. It's also easy to use on public transport and fits in the end racks of train cars (with the seat still attached). It's suitable for infants from birth. It is available in a variety of colours and with a variety of accessories, including a bassinet for babies. It's also available as a twin travel bundle.

Easy to fold

The Britax Holiday is a super compact and lightweight pushchair that folds down to fit into overhead storage or the trunk of a car. It is also cabin friendly, making it easy to travel by air. You can carry it on your shoulders using the included strap. It's a little difficult to use initially, but once you've mastered the use of it, it's a fantastic stroller for excursions on the go.

Our testers tried it out during daily excursions, ranging from quick trips to the shops to strolls through the park, and even longer trips to visit friends and family in other countries. They were impressed by how maneuverable it was in any environment and how easy to fold and carry. It has a huge shopping basket, a fully-coverage hood that protects against rain and an integrated cup holder that can fit the size of a travel cup. It's a great pushchair for toddlers and infants from birth to 4 years old.

We are awestruck by the fact that it's easy to open and close, even if you're in a hurry or if your hands are full of kids. It's also a very easy pushchair to operate and the recline function is easy for toddlers to use. However, it does lack the extra support a carrycot or bassinet provides for infants and isn't suitable for use as a travel buggy.

We have a thorough test process that combines the expertise of our panel along with our research on the consumer to create a robust buying guide. We've narrowed down our list of strollers to include models that weigh less than 7kg, can be folded compactly and are suitable for holiday use. We've also ensured that the products we've selected are with a variety of price points to suit all budgets. This will allow you to find a travel pushchair that meets your needs.

Easy to store

You'll be hopping in and out of taxis and trains and hopping up and down escalators and steps with your baby. Therefore, it's important to select a lightweight pushchair that you can easily store and move. Find one that folds to an incredibly small size and then stands up when open or collapses into a compact flat fold so it occupies less space in your living space. If you want to store the best pushchair for newborn when not in use, a basket that is freestanding is a good option.

The Graco EeZeFold is great option if you're looking for a stroller to travel with that's suitable from birth. It features a clever compact fold, hood, and rain cover that protects your child from the sun. It's also compatible with car seats and can be used as part of a travel set-up from newborn to toddler, and there are many accessories such as a bassinet, a wheeled board or leg rests for tired toddlers.

In our testing, it was easy to manoeuvre and tackled cobbles and bumpy roads as well as some massive kerbs. It didn't feel flimsy in any way which is quite impressive for a buggy this small and lightweight. The only issue is that the seat does not recline. However, as it's intended to travel it's not a big issue. The handle bar is fixed at a high height and wasn't extremely adjustable, however it still felt comfortable for tall and short adults during our test.