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For city dwellers, the city tour 2 is a clever compact pick that we found easy to tote at only 14 lbs and praised during our review for its adjustable calf support. It scored 7/10 because while the one‑hand compact fold and light frame are practical for public transit, the stroller won’t stand when folded and the smaller wheels can lead to a choppier ride on uneven sidewalks. In real-world use the limited storage also means planning your outings more carefully.

The Contours Itsy is a budget-friendly compact that we found handy for quick trips and travel, with an ultra-compact one‑hand fold and front‑wheel suspension that smooths out short strolls. It scored 6/10 in our review because the seat doesn’t recline, which limits nap comfort, and the small underseat basket and somewhat flimsy materials raise long‑term durability questions. Still, for families who need a lightweight, stowable stroller for occasional use, it delivers solid value for the price.

The Butterfly Stroller felt featherlight in our hands and is a pleasure to carry and maneuver for everyday city strolls, which we liked during our review. It scored a 7/10 because while the ride and handling are practical, our experience shows the price is higher than many comparable lightweight options, making its value proposition less clear. If you want a simple, easy-to-handle stroller and don’t mind paying a premium for style and weight savings, it’s worth a look.

The Joolz Aer+ earned praise in our testing for being featherlight and nimble, making it a great city companion for busy parents who prioritize maneuverability and a one‑hand fold. We found the UPF 50+ canopy and built‑in suspension help keep rides smooth, but our experience shows limited storage and the need to buy accessories like the footrest and bumper bar separately can add up. Priced at $499, it scored 7.5/10 — a solid pick if you want a compact, well‑handled stroller and don’t need oversized cargo space.

If travel and tight storage are priorities, the BABYZEN YOYO2 stands out for its lightweight, compact build and high‑quality materials — in our testing it rides smoothly thanks to reliable suspension and feels durable over repeated use. We found the folding process less intuitive, however: the two‑hand, multi‑step fold and a non‑adjustable handlebar can frustrate shorter caregivers, and the small under‑seat basket limits what you can carry. Priced at $449 and scoring 7/10, it’s a stylish traveler if you can live with the folding quirks.

Travelers will like the Cybex Libelle: in our testing its ultra‑compact, carry‑on‑compliant fold and mere 13.7 lb weight made it easy to stash in overhead bins or tight car trunks. We found the CYBEX car‑seat compatibility and UPF 50+ canopy handy, but our experience shows compromises — the two‑hand fold and lack of a carry strap make folded handling awkward, the seat won’t fully recline for small babies, and the basket is quite small. At $229.99 it scored 8/10 as a travel‑focused pick.

We found the UPPAbaby Minu V3 to be an outstanding city companion in our testing — its compact footprint and intuitive one‑hand fold make boarding trains, squeezing into cafes, and quick errands effortless. The lightweight frame and car‑seat compatibility pair well for travel, and the UPF 50+ canopy and suspension keep short strolls comfortable; during our review the only real compromises were the seat’s limited recline for longer naps and the small plastic wheels that struggle off‑road. Priced amazingly at $50.00, it earned a 9/10 for urban value.

If you run with a stroller regularly, the BOB Gear Wayfinder earned an 8/10 in our testing for good reason: its independent dual suspension and air-filled tires smooth out gravel and park trails so your little one rides comfortably. We found the One-Hand DualRetract™ fold impressive — it tucks up to about 30% smaller than top competitors — and the adjustable handlebar is great for partners of different heights. During our review the 31.1 lb heft and non‑machine washable canopy/backrest stood out as maintenance annoyances, and attaching a car seat felt a bit finicky, but its jogging performance is hard to beat.

The Thule Glide 2 earned a top score of 9.5/10 in our testing and is our top‑rated jogging choice for active parents thanks to its lightweight frame, fixed front wheel for high‑speed stability, and integrated twist hand brake for controlled descents. During our review we appreciated how those features translate to confident runs on hilly terrain, though the fixed front wheel can make tight turns in confined spaces tricky. If you prioritize performance over price, the Glide 2 is hard to beat.

The Evenflo Pivot Xplore Stroller Wagon is one of our favorite versatile bargains — in our testing the flip‑handle transforms it from stroller to wagon quickly and the all‑terrain wheels handle pavement, beach and gravel surprisingly well. We found the UPF 50+ canopies useful for sun protection, though some users report the coverage isn’t always enough and the unit can feel bulky with the handlebar extended. At $319.99 it scored 8.5/10 in our review for delivering adaptability and value for active families who need storage and rugged performance.

The BOB Gear Alterrain Pro delivers a smooth ride and reliable suspension that we appreciated in our testing, making it appealing for parents who prioritize comfort on trails. We found the one‑hand quick fold useful for storage, but our experience shows the stroller’s heavy, bulky build and a stiff handbrake make tight‑space maneuvering and daily handling more taxing — especially for caregivers with smaller hands. At $559.99 it scored 6.5/10: solid for off‑road comfort, less so for urban convenience.

The Thule Urban Glide 3 earned an 8/10 in our testing for its effortless maneuverability and very smooth ride, making it a top pick for active families who want performance and comfort. We found the suspension and overall handling great on pavement and park trails, but our experience shows storage and folded‑upright handling are pain points: the handle won’t lock when folded and the stroller remains large, so it requires ample storage space. If you prioritize a confidence‑inspiring ride over compactness, it’s worth the $799.95 investment.

During our review the Cybex Talos S Lux impressed with a large, luxurious seat and enhanced side protection that helps shield a child’s upper body and hips. We found the one‑hand fold, UPF 50+ canopy and car‑seat compatibility useful, but our experience shows big tradeoffs: the stroller is heavy to lift into trunks or up stairs, and the hard wheels make for a choppier ride on uneven surfaces. At $329.99 it scored 6/10 — stylish and secure, yet less practical for everyday use.

Evenflo’s Pivot Troop Travel System caught our eye for creative features — in our testing the pet ramp and oversized basket that can fit a diaper bag (and pets up to 35 lbs) were definite highlights. It scored 6.5/10 because that innovation comes with compromises: the stroller is bulky and heavy when folded, and we found folding and buckling required two hands, making it less convenient for one-person loading. If storage space isn’t an issue and you like the travel system familiarity, it can be a useful family option.

The Britax Willow Brook Travel System impressed us with its ClickTight installation and reversible seat, features that justify its practical family appeal even though it scored a middling 5.5/10. In our testing we found the ClickTight base makes car installation worry‑free, but the car seat itself is relatively heavy and some users reported it sticking in the base, which we observed can be frustrating when juggling a baby. Our experience shows the stroller’s handle material may degrade over time, so expect to inspect wear if you plan heavy daily use.

If you want a travel system that grows with your family, the Nuna demi next + PIPA urbn x2 delivers versatility — in our testing the 25+ configurations let you convert from single to double or twins with ease and the stroller’s One-Hand Fold and suspension make outings comfortable. We found the PIPA urbn car seat’s 2-second steel‑reinforced pipaFIX™ rigid latch impressively fast and secure, though note it’s not compatible with PIPA™ series or RELX™ bases. At $1,750 and 26 lbs without accessories, this combo feels premium but heavy, which is why it landed a 7/10 in our review.

The Evenflo Pivot Modular Travel System shows off a handy self‑standing fold that we appreciated in our testing, and the travel‑system flexibility is a plus for newborns and everyday errands. Our experience shows that bulkiness and wheel wear are real downsides — the stroller can be cumbersome to maneuver and the wheels may squeak or wear unevenly over time. At about $188.23 it’s budget‑friendly but earned a middling 5.5/10 because the practicality of the folding trick is tempered by storage and durability tradeoffs.

The Graco Modes Element is a practical 3‑in‑1 travel system we liked in our testing for its reversible seat and included SnugRide Lite LX car seat, which gives families options from infancy to toddlerhood. We found the one‑hand fold convenient for quick transitions, though the plastic tires and polyester fabric don’t convey a premium feel and can limit rough‑terrain use. At $199.99 it scored 7.5/10 in our review — a versatile, budget‑minded choice if you want straightforward functionality over high‑end materials.

The gb Pockit+ All City is a compact traveler that we found ideal for tight commutes and plane trips, earning a solid 7.5/10 for sheer portability. In our testing the ultra‑light design and infinite‑position recline up to resting position made short naps possible despite the stroller’s travel-oriented build, and the UPF50+ canopy helps block sun and wind. Our experience shows the tradeoffs clearly: a small storage basket and minimal seat padding limit how much you can carry and how comfortable rough-terrain rides will be.

The Kolcraft Cloud Plus is an affordable, lightweight option we found easy to fold with one hand and convenient for quick errands, which helped it earn a 6.5/10 in our testing. During our review the roomy UPF canopy with peekaboo window was a definite plus, but plastic wheels and the dual‑front design made rough‑terrain maneuvering a struggle, and the seat won’t fully recline for true nap comfort. For short walks and travel where price and compactness matter, it does the job.

For ultra‑budget travel the Summer by Ingenuity Mini Convenience is light and easy to carry — in our testing its compact design is handy for plane trips and quick errands. Our experience shows the tradeoffs clearly: the sun visor offers only standard coverage and the reclining mechanism is ineffective due to rear support bars, which limits nap comfort. Priced at $49.99 and scoring 5/10, it’s a take‑it‑or‑leave‑it option if portability is the only thing you need, but not ideal for long outings.

The Summer Infant 3D Lite is a travel‑friendly bargain that we found lightweight with a roomy UPF canopy and nearly flat recline for on‑the‑go naps, which is great for day trips. Our review flagged usability issues: the harness adjustment is cumbersome, the double‑action brake is harder to use than single‑action systems, and accessing the storage bin when reclined is awkward. At $78.99 and scoring 6/10, it’s a decent compact choice if you accept some everyday frustrations for the low price.

In our testing the G‑Luxe Jake delivered impressive comfort at a budget price — the 16 lb frame, included shoulder strap and one‑hand recline make short outings and travel genuinely easy. We found the extended three‑panel UPF 50+ canopy and adjustable footrest kept kids shaded and comfy up to 55 lbs, but our experience shows practical compromises: the two‑hand fold is less convenient, the under‑seat storage is smaller than it looks, and there’s no peekaboo window to check on your child. At $50 it scored 7.5/10 as a portable, comfort‑focused pick.

The Doona Car Seat & Stroller stands out in our testing as a convenience champion — it earned an 8.5/10 because converting from car seat to stroller is literally seamless and saves you time on quick trips. During our review we loved being able to go from car to sidewalk without a bulky adapter, which is a huge practical win for errands and travel. Our experience shows the downsides too: there’s virtually no underseat storage and the handlebar isn’t adjustable, which may be uncomfortable for taller caregivers.

In our testing the City Select 2 stood out for its versatility — more than 24 seating configurations and a two‑hand fold that's about 20% smaller than many competitors make it a flexible family choice. We found the UPF 50+ canopy, car‑seat compatibility and suspension helpful for all‑terrain walks, but our experience shows tradeoffs: the handlebar can be uncomfortable and the unit is awkward to maneuver despite a frame that's easier to lift. At $659.99 it scores 7/10, and additional seats/accessories add up quickly.