Choosing a Lightweight Holiday Pushchair

No matter if you're traveling or replacing your existing buggy for holiday use, choosing the best travel pushchair that is lightweight will ensure your journey is smooth. Our reviewers were looking for a stroller which was light and easy to fold. It was also sturdy enough for everyday use.

They also wanted to find something that was cabin friendly and would fit in the limited space on planes, trains and boats.

Lightweight

It is important to travel with children and to have an easy-to-use pushchair. This means that it will be easy to carry around and will take up less space in your accommodations. It will also be more maneuverable on a train, plane or bus. You'll want a pushchair with an ample basket that can fit plenty of clothes and other necessities. It should have locks that allow swivel wheels to take on rough and smooth terrain.

The Babyzen Yoyo2 is one of the best lightweight pushchairs for holiday use that we've test. It has a small curved frame and high-quality mono-color fabric. It has a thick cover that protects your child from the sun and a handy cup holder for drinks. It can also fold with only one hand. It comes in black, red or toffee. You can also choose grey, and is very affordable.

Another fantastic lightweight holiday pushchair is the Joie Tourist. It's a stylish stroller that is available in a stunning shade of grey. It's also extremely lightweight, weighing just 6kg. It folds into a size that is comparable to a suitcase. It's a great choice for parents who require an easy egg pushchair to transport. It can be used as a stroller with the seat reclined.

If you're planning to travel with twins you should consider a lightweight dual stroller like the Mountain Buggy Nano duo. It's the smallest, lightest and most affordable double pushchair on the market. It's easy to fold and unfold and comes with a decent-sized storage basket for your items. It has a big canopy, locking swivels wheels and can withstand rougher terrain.

A well-designed, lightweight pushchair should also feature an easy folding mechanism and should be easy to carry on your shoulders. This makes it easier to carry your baby in taxis, buses, trains and up and down escalators or stairs. The Joie Tourist is a great alternative, since it comes with a simple one-handed folding mechanism that can be tucked away in an overhead locker on flights. It also comes with a large hood that protects your child from the sun, and a comfortable, adjustable handlebar.

Easy to manoeuvre

Whether you're jet-setting for holidays or just want a lightweight buggy to use around home and when visiting with friends A lightweight travel pushchair is a must. There are plenty to choose from, including those that offer a full range of extras like a newborn bassinet, rain cover and a leg rest for toddlers so they don't have legs dangling. They may feel a little fragile due to their shorter frame and a less complicated suspension than full-sized buggies. However, our MFM testers found that all of them were able to handle.

A good quality lightweight holiday pushchair should be easy to maneuver and have large storage space so you can take lots of things you need with you. It should also be freestanding when folded, which means it occupies less space in your home and can easily be carried through busy airports or popped into the car boot without sacrificing space. The ability to fold and unfold with one hand is a huge advantage, especially for those traveling on your own. You'll want a stroller you can use to get on and off escalators, as well as to climb and descend stairs.

The MFM reviews found that the Graco Eezefold stroller was easy to maneuver and, even when fully loaded, it felt sturdy enough to handle cobblestones and uneven roads. It's also super-easy to use on public transport and fits easily in the end racks of trains (it can be stored with the seat still attached). Suitable for babies from birth and comes in a selection of colours as well as a variety of accessories such as a bassinet for newborns, raincover and footmuff. It's also available in twin travel bundles.

Easy to fold

The Britax Holiday is lightweight and compact pushchair and is ideal for use as a lightweight pushchair because it folds down to a tiny size that can be tucked away in overhead storage or even the car boot. It's also cabin friendly for air travel, and you can carry it over your shoulder using an strap with an integrated. It's a bit tricky to use at first but once you've got the hang of it, it's a fantastic small stroller to take on excursions on the move.

Our test subjects tried it out on daily outings from quick trips to the shops, to park walks and longer trips to visit relatives and friends abroad. It was easy to fold and carry and was able to be moved around in any situation. It has a huge shopping basket, a full-coverage hood to protect from rain and a cup holder that fits the size of a travel mug. It's a great stroller for babies and toddlers from birth to 4 years older.

It's easy to open and close even when you're in a rush or have a lot on your hands. It is also a smooth pushchair that reclines and is suitable for infants and children. However, it lacks the extra support a carrycot or bassinet provides for infants and is not suitable for use as a travel buggy.

Our rigorous testing process blends the expertise of our panel with our research on consumers to produce a thorough buyer's guide. We have narrowed down our list of strollers eliminating those that weigh more than 7kg and cannot be folded into a compact size. We've also made sure the products we've picked are available with a variety of prices to meet all budgets. This will allow you to choose the ideal travel pushchair for your requirements.

Easy to store

If you're travelling with a baby, you'll often be into and out of trains, taxis, tubes, and up and down escalators or steps so it's important to pick a light pushchair that can easily maneuver and take away. You should choose a pushchair that folds flat and stand up when opened, or folded into an easy flat folding that it doesn't take up too much space in your living space. If you want to store the pushchair when it's not in use, a freestanding storage basket is a good option.

If you're seeking a travel stroller that is suitable for babies from birth, the Graco EeZeFold stroller is a great choice. It has a smart compact fold and a hood and rain cover to protect your little one from the sun. It also works with car seats, so you can use it from birth to toddler. There are many add-ons like a bassinet or an adjustable board with wheels for tired toddlers.

During testing, it was a breeze to maneuver and handled cobbles and bumpy roads effortlessly. It was quite robust for a light and small buggy. The only issue is that the seat does not recline. However, considering it's intended to travel, this isn’t a big problem. The handle bar was fixed at a very high height and wasn't extremely adjustable. However it was comfortable for tall and short adults in our tests.