Best Travel Prams: Anyone that’s ever gone on a holiday with a baby, a toddler, and only a single pram, knows how awful it can be. Truly, truly awful. Give yourself a break and invest in a travel stroller. Worth every parent or carers’ hard-earned cash, are these things – the BEST strollers for travel out there! The first time I went away with Freddie & Delilah together, I didn’t know these things existed at such a lightweight level, why I hadn’t noticed them previously I’ll never know, but I am their ultimate champion now!
We’ve since done a lot of research (online and speaking with other parents and experts) and utilised a few different types of travel strollers, and what follows is our list of the 25 best we’ve found so far, including a detailed breakdown of our 5 favourites.
Without further ado – Enjoy!
- Best Travel Prams: Comparison Table
- The Best Travel Pram: Babyzen Yoyo
- The Lightest Travel Pram: GB Pockit
Table of Contents
Best Travel Prams: Things to Consider when Purchasing
Size & Weight
The main differences between a regular stroller and a travel stroller are going to be the size and weight – there’s no avoiding it really. The best strollers for travel are considerably lighter and usually smaller than their heavier counterparts (so much easier, especially if travelling without another adult helper).
You’ll still want one with a compact fold, it honestly makes such a difference when travelling. You don’t want your stroller taking up all your valuable luggage space (or arm strength!).
Extra Features
Some of these prams for travel come with additional features such as cup holders, bag clips etc. I find what is most important, however, are the safety features which are absolute MUSTS – locking wheels, 5 point harness, and a design that ensures it won’t tip when seats are reclined.
Ease of Folding
How do you actually collapse the stroller? Luckily most companies provide YouTube videos now so you can see it in action and practice!
If you are flying or travelling solo (plus kids, obviously), then an easy folding function is a must when you are looking for the best compact travel stroller. Some of the best foldable strollers for travel can quickly and easily be folded up using just one hand.
There will be times when you are trying to hold your baby and fold up the stroller at the same time. A one handed fold will SAVE. YOUR. LIFE.
Your Budget
There are some all singing/all dancing travel strollers out there – but these do come with a higher price tag – and usually a heavier weight. The best lightweight strollers for travel that we have listed below are from a range of prices from basic to luxe.
Type of Terrain it Can Handle
A big compromise on making a stroller light and compact is usually the wheels. By making the wheels smaller, they do not need to be removed when the stroller is folded. This means the wheels may not be as good as larger wheels on rough terrain. Those models with very small wheels may struggle on high curbs, particularly when they’re carrying a full load of kids. Watch that coffee!!
Sun Protection
Getting that child or children to nap is easier when the sun is not glaring in their eyes. Many of the brands we looked at had somewhat compromised on the sun cover to get smaller and lighter, but we still think the sun canopy is an essential travel feature, which is why all of the travel prams we have recommended don’t skimp on sun protection.
A large extendable canopy is seriously important to keep your babies out of the harsh sunlight. However, there are extra products you can purchase if the canopies aren’t ideal – just keep this in mind for budtet.
Storage
You’ll still be carrying around all the diapers, snacks and other baby and toddler travel essentials, so choose a lightweight travel stroller with enough storage. PLEASE.
You may still want to use a stroller organiser for important items while you’re travelling without needing to dig in the basket.
Comfort
Your stroller still needs to be comfortable, even if lightweight – so be sure to check out real parent reviews (like our list of the best prams for travel below!) so your little ones will enjoy being in it and with any luck nap in it (i’ve got my fingers crossed for you)
Best Travel Prams: Our Top 2
The Best Travel Pram: Babyzen Yoyo
Price $$$$$
Size & Weight: 6.2 kg (13.7 lbs) | Folded dimensions: 52 x 44 x 18 cm
Additional Features:
- Can be carried on the shoulder with the padded shoulder strap
- New handlebar in soft faux leather, a pleasure to grip
- Made with aluminum alloy, stainless steel and fibre-glass reinforced technical plastics, your stroller will last for several generations
- Seat pad and new born pack are machine washable at 30°C.
- New born pack available for those who want to use this from when the baby is born
Fold: Can use 1 hand to fold and unfold the pram
Terrain: The stroller has four independent wheel suspensions – smoother ride for your baby
Sun: Extendable hood with UV protection (UPF 50+) treated with waterproofing
Storage: Basket supports up to 5 kg, accessible from the front or back
Comfort: Reclining seat
The Lightest Travel Pram: GB Pockit+
Price $$
Size & Weight: 4.3 kg (9.5 lbs.) | Folded dimensions: 11.8 x 7 x 13.8 in.
Additional Features:
ULTRA COMPACT – The revolutionary ultra-compact folding mechanism of the Pockit Air All-Terrain reduces the stroller into a handbag-shaped package in seconds and is airplane hand luggage compliant.
FEATHERLIGHT – Weighing only 4.6 kg, the Pockit Air All-Terrain is the perfect travel companion. Its super-lightweight frame is easy to manoeuvre, lift and carry. Perfect for the city, on vacation, or just being on the go.
HAND LUGGAGE COMPLIANT – Take to the skies with confidence. The ultra-compact folding mechanism of the Pockit Air All-Terrain is airplane hand luggage compliant, freeing you to travel with your stroller without hassle.
SELF-STANDING WHEN FOLDED – Intelligently designed to stand alone when folded, the Pockit Air All-Terrain can be conveniently stored on the move, whether that be at your favourite café, on a plane or in your home.
FRONT SWIVEL WHEELS – The front swivel wheels of the Pockit Air All-Terrain can be easily locked for stability on uneven surfaces.
Terrain:The double wheels of the Pockit Air All-Terrain increase both comfort and usability, allowing parents to confidently manoeuvre on different surfaces and ensuring you’ll never get stuck in between cobblestones.
Sun: The Sun Shade of the Pockit Air All-Terrain can be individually adjusted to give your little one enjoyable shade and necessary protection from the sun.
Storage: Basket supports up to 5 kg, accessible from the front or back
Comfort: The backrest of the Pockit Air-All Terrain is designed with a breathable mesh fabric that provides comfort for your child even on hot days. Available as an accessory, a snug padded inlay can be added to the seat unit for additional warmth on cooler days.
Best Travel Prams: Comparison Table
Name | Our Thoughts | Cost | Rating | Buy Now |
 | The easiest one-handed fold | $$$ | ||
 | Our favourite | $$$$$ | ||
 | The best extra features | $$$$ | ||
 | The absolute lightest travel stroller | $$ | ||
 | The Most Stylish | $$$$$ | ||
 | The Most Airline-Friendly | $$$ | ||
 | Most Newborn-Friendly | $$$$$ |
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To wrap it all up…
Thank you for making it this far with me. I hope that at least one of these tips & images resonates with you & your family when it comes to your hunt for the best lightweight double stroller for travel. We’ve had a look at what these what to look for when purchasing. I’ve then provided a breakdown of our top 5 best lightweight double strollers for travel based off personal experience, friends experience and the advice of experts. I hope it’s all been helpful – please comment below with any tips I may have forgotten! If you need any more tips on travelling with a toddler check out our post here.
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