Best Strollers 2015 By Category

Oct 8, 2015


I've done a 'Best New Strollers 2015' post in the beginning of this year, listing all kinds of strollers haphazardly without separating them into categories. Also, since then, a few new strollers have been released that I would like to add to the list. Hence, I've decided to make an updated 'Best Strollers' list and this time you can find what you're looking for by category. While I love trying out all sorts of strollers, I'm very particular about everything down to the minute details, and only the very best strollers made the cut. I am not receiving commission from any stroller brands and all opinions are entirely my own. 

Please keep in mind that some of these strollers can really fit into more than one category, in which case I had to decide what is the stroller's primary function. 

Reversible, Full Featured Strollers


Cybex Priam with Lux Seat



FEATURES:
  • Reversible seat
  • Completely flat recline
  • One-hand recline lever
  • Leatherette covered, height adjustable handlebar
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Plush seat liner
  • Attractive, high quality, textiles
  • Extendable canopy, rated UVP 50+
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Leatherette covered, swing away bumper bar
  • One-hand fold mechanism
  • Expandable under-seat basket
  • Superior steering
  • All-wheel suspension 
  • Three wheel types options; Light, All-terrain and Trekking 
  • Travel system compatible with Cybex car seats
  • Can also be used with an infant bassinet (sold separately)
  • Available in 6 colors
  • Price - $999


Valco Baby Snap Ultra Tailormade


FEATURES:
  • Lightweight, only 19 lb!
  • Suitable for birth to 45 lb 
  • Reversible seat unit
  • Flat recline
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Huge extendable, lined canopy 
  • Swing away bumper bar
  • Folds with the seat attached in either direction
  • Large, deep basket
  • Can be used with carrycot or car seat
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Wheels can be swapped for optional all-terrain air tires
  • Attractive textiles
  • Available in 4 colors
  • Price - $480


Mamas & Papas Armadillo Flip XT


FEATURES:
  • Suitable for birth to 50 lb 
  • Reversible seat 
  • Flat recline
  • One-hand recline lever
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Leatherette covered, height adjustable handlebar
  • Large, lined canopy, rate UPF 50+
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Zip out mesh vent in back of canopy
  • One-hand fold
  • Folds with the seat facing in either direction
  • Standing fold
  • Travel system compatible
  • All-wheel suspension
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Flip flop friendly break
  • Bassinet sold separately
  • Available in 5 colors
  • Price $600




Easywalker Mosey/Mini Stroller


FEATURES:
  • Suitable for birth to 44 lb
  • Slim frame at 54 cm ( 21 inches)
  • Reversible seat unit
  • Flat recline
  • One-hand recline mechanism
  • Leatherette covered, height adjustable handlebar
  • Hooks on handlebar to hold bags/purse 
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Swing away, leatherette covered bumper bar
  • Expandable canopy
  • Canopy is height adjustable and can also be tucked away behind the seat
  • 21 cm rubber tires
  • Rear suspension 
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Attractive, high quality textiles
  • Can be folded with the seat facing in either direction
  • Travel system compatible
  • Flat-folding infant bassinet sold separately
  • Mosey available in 5 colors, Mini available in 5 colors
  • Price: Mosey - €412, Mini - € 495 



UPPAbaby Cruz


FEATURES:
  • Slim frame at 22.25"
  • Weight capacity - up to 50lb
  • Reversible seat
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • One-hand recline
  • SPF 50 + canopy with flip out sun visor
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Height adjustable handlebar 
  • Swing away bumper bar
  • Large, easy to access basket
  • Stands when folded
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Travel system compatible
  • Suitable from birth with Infant SnugSeat or optional Bassinet 
  • Rain shield and bug shield included
  • Available in 8 colors
  • Price - $529


Lightweight/Compact Strollers


Babyzen YoYo


FEATURES:
  • Airline certified size of a carry-on bag
  • Only 17 inches wide
  • Weighs 12.8 lb
  • Weight capacity - 33 lb
  • Available with a 0+, parent facing seat or 6+ toddler seat 
  • Multi position recline
  • Reversible backrest 
  • Folds, unfolds and steers with one hand
  • Shoulder carrying strap
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Removable, washable fabrics
  • 4 wheel suspension
  • Available in 6 colors
  • Rain cover included
  • Price: $470



Mountain Buggy Nano

 
 


Features:
  • Weighs 13 lb
  • Meets carry on luggage restrictions
  • Suitable for birth to 44 lb
  • Flicks open with one hand
  • Full size seat 
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Rear wheel suspension
  • Pedal break
  • Flick out sun visor
  • Excellent Curb pop
  • EVA tires
  • Travel system compatible
  • Shoulder carrying strap
  • Available in 4 canopy color options 
  • Price - $250
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Peg Perego Booklet


FEATURES:
  • Suitable from birth to 50 lb
  • Flat recline
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • UPF 50+ canopy with flick out sun visor
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Mesh panel on top of backrest for ventilation
  • Height adjustable handlebar
  • Swing away bumper bar
  • Premium, breathable textiles
  • Travel System-compatible with the Primo Viaggio 4-35 car seat
  • All wheel suspension 
  • Easy to maneuver with one hand
  • Large storage basket
  • Standing fold
  • Made in Italy
  • Available in 4 colors
  • Price: $330 (Amazon price)
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Baby Jogger Vue Lite


FEATURES:
  • Suitable for newborn to 55 lb
  • Stroller weighs 14 lb 
  • Seat reverses in one motion
  • Adjustable leg rest in both seat modes
  • UV 50+ canopy reverses 
  • Canopy slides up the frame to accommodate taller kids
  • Multi recline positions in either direction, including flat
  • Soft infant carrycot insert sold separately
  • Umbrella fold with automatic lock
  • Flip flop friendly break
  • Carrying handle
  • Travel system compatible
  • Price: $180



RECARO Easylife Ultra-Lightweight Stroller

 

FEATURES:

  • Suitable for 6 months to 50 lb
  • Stroller weighs 13 lb
  • SPF 50+ canopy with flick out sun visor
  • Canopy is water repellent
  • Mesh peek-a-boo window
  • Mesh integrated sides for improved air flow
  • Woven, temperature balancing fabrics
  • One-hand compact fold
  • Stands when folded 
  • Flip flop friendly break
  • All-wheel suspension 
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Multi position seat recline
  • One-hand recline mechanism
  • Decent basket considering stroller size
  • Parent cup holder included
  • Price: $200
ORDER ON AMAZON


All Terrain Strollers

Bumbleride Indie 4


FEATURES:
  • Suitable for birth to 55 lb
  • Sturdy construction
  • Flat reclining seat
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Magnetic peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Roomy seat
  • SPF 45+ canopy
  • Eco-conscious fabrics
  • Removable, washable seat fabric
  • Back of canopy unzips for ventilation
  • Storage pocket on back of canopy
  • Adjustable handlebar
  • All terrain, air filled tires
  • All wheel suspension 
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Large, easily accessible storage basket
  • Travel system compatible
  • Infant bassinet included with stroller
  • Available in 8 colors
  • Price: $600



Mountain Buggy Urban Jungle Luxury Collection


FEATURES:
  • Suitable from birth to 55 lb
  • Flat reclining seat
  • Retractable leg rest
  • Bumper bar with gate opening
  • Lined canopy with flick out sun visor
  • Magnetic peek-a-boo window
  • Adjustable handlebar
  • One-hand fast fold
  • Standing fold
  • Hand break
  • Premium canvas fabric
  • Leather details
  • All terrain, air filled tires
  • Lockable front wheel
  • 22 lb capacity under-seat storage 
  • Travel system compatible
  • Matching Carrycot Plus sold separately
  • Includes a matching diaper bag, reversible seat liner and bottle holder
  • Available in 2 colors
  • Price: $600


Double Strollers


Valco Baby Snap Duo Tailormade


Features:
  • Lightweight for a double at 24 lb
  • Flat reclining seats
  • Adjustable leg rests
  • Swing away bumper bars
  • Peek-a-boo windows on canopies
  • Attractive textiles
  • One-hand fold
  • Should carrying strap
  • Travel system compatible
  • Can also be used with one or two carrycots
  • Lockable front wheels
  • All terrain, air filled tires option available
  • Rain cover included
  • Available in Grey, Denim and Black
  • Price - $580



Bumbleride Indie Twin


FEATURES:
  • Suitable from birth
  • 90 lb wight capacity
  • Multi position seat recline, including flat
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • Height adjustable handle bar
  • SPF 45 canopies
  • Peek-a-boo windows with magnetic closure
  • Fabric covered bumper bars included
  • Eco-friendly textiles
  • 12" All terrain, air filled tires
  • Rear suspension 
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Large, easy to access storage basket
  • Parent cup holder included
  • Travel system compatible (can take two car seats)
  • Universal car seat adapter included
  • Matching infant bassinets sold separately
  • Available in 7 colors
  • Price: $730


Mountain Buggy Duet



FEATURES:
  • Slim frame - 25" wide
  • Maximum combined seat load - 97 lb
  • One hand fast-fold
  • Stands when folded
  • Multi position recline, including flat
  • Tailfree harness
  • UPF 50+ sun canopies with flick out visors
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopies
  • Bumper bar with gate opening
  • Removable, washable seat fabric
  • Reversible seat liners
  • Takes two car seats with adapters
  • Takes two infant carrycots (sold separately)
  • All terrain, air filled tires
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Quick release wheels for more compact fold
  • Outstanding curb pop
  • Roomy basket
  • Includes bottle holder
  • Available in 3 colors
  • Price: $600


UPPAbaby Vista 2015



FEATURES:

  • Many configuration options
  • Can be used as a single or double stroller
  • Takes two car seats or two bassinets 
  • Both seats are reversible
  • Height adjustable handlebar
  • One hand seat recline mechanism
  • SPF 50+ canopy with flick out sun visor
  • Peek-a-boo window on canopy
  • Swing away bumper bar
  • Huge, easy to access basket
  • All-wheel suspension 
  • One-step easy fold
  • Includes one toddler seat and one bassinet
  • Bassinet with zip out liner and mesh ventilation panel on canopy
  • Rain shield and bug shield is included for toddler seat 
  • Available in 7 colors
  • Price: $850 


Bugaboo Donkey Duo


FEATURES:
  • Can be used as a single with shopping basket or double stroller
  • Independently reversible seats
  • Height adjustable handlebar
  • Takes two car seats
  • One hand seat recline 
  • Bumper bars with gate opening
  • Air filled, all terrain tires
  • Lockable front wheels
  • Large, water repellent canopies
  • Machine washable fabrics
  • Folds with seats and bassinets
  • Stands when folded
  • Rain cover included
  • Air pump included
  • Price: $1700 - $1800




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