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3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review

If you're a health-conscious person seeking an jogging stroller, or simply need a stroller for use in everyday life there's a compact three-wheel stroller out there for you. Managing Editor Sentry and Senior Review Writer Wendy Schmitz put these models through their paces on pavement and off-road surfaces as well test the comfort of children in the seats.

Stroller Features

The best strollers have features that make life on the go with your little one more enjoyable. Find features that simplify your life for you, like a large bin for storage, a tray for parents with cup holders, a movable canopy and more, when shopping for the latest stroller. It's important to determine what features are important to you and your family, and those you can live without.

BOB Gear Wayfinder is our top-rated stroller for running. It has many useful features that will keep parents happy and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap helps keep the stroller from rolling away while you are jogging. The Wayfinder comes with the largest sunshade of all the strollers we tested and a clear opening at the top that allows kids to peek out while they rest. Jenni's three-year-old son found the seat to have comfortable padding, which meant bumps on the road didn't bother him.

This jogging stroller also has a hand brake that helps you keep control on slippery surfaces. It can fold into a compact, slim package that takes up little space in your car's trunk. You can also convert it into an entire travel system by buying an adapter. It also works with the Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet.

If you're planning to tackle rough terrain, tires are a must for strollers of all kinds. While they don't provide the same degree of comfort as foam-filled or air-filled tires, they're great for navigating bumps and potholes effortlessly.

The jogging stroller folds in just two easy steps. It locks in place when folded, and is compact enough to fit in most elevators. It's not as easy as some of our other four-wheel strollers to maneuver, and the locking mechanism can be a little difficult to understand. It requires pressing a button near the foot area on the front of stroller and then lifting the handle. We'd like to see a more simple system that simply clicks into the position or opens when pulled.

Stroller Weight

The weight of the overall stroller is a significant factor to take into account. A heavier stroller is more stable and can perform better on rough terrain. Many parents prefer a stroller that is lighter, as it is easier to maneuver and more suitable for day-to-day use.

The type and size of the wheels is an important feature. Some strollers come with larger wheels, such as those for jogging which can make the ride smoother for your baby. The larger wheels can weigh more on the stroller, making it more difficult to fold and store, transport and fold.

Certain models we offer include air-filled tires that are designed to offer an enjoyable and stable ride for your child even over rough terrain. However, tires that are filled with air can easily get flat which will require you to swap them out. If you plan to take your stroller on the road often, we suggest you purchase one with solid wheels. These tires can endure contact with different surfaces more frequently and last longer.

Strollers that have swivel wheels on the front are perfect for safely navigating escalators and stairs. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most frequent stroller-related injuries and can be particularly hazardous for infants. If you can't avoid using the stairs or escalator while using your stroller, we suggest using it only when your child is safely strapped into the seat and is close to you when walking up or down.

Some strollers are available as complete travel systems that includes the car seat and stroller are sold together as a single unit. These products are often more expensive and less convenient than their separate counterparts and could not last in the long term. In addition, many parents later regret buying a bundled product as it might not have all the features they want or could turn out to be incompatible with their vehicle or child's seat. We recommend you choose an infant stroller that can be purchased separately from the car seat or capsule if you'd like to upgrade to a higher-end model in the near future.

Stroller Folding

The most compact twin 3 wheel stroller wheel strollers are easy to fold and put away. Some lock automatically into place when you open them. This feature can be especially beneficial for families that frequently use public transportation or drive prior to going for a an outing.

Three-wheel strollers are designed to navigate through tight spaces such as aisles in grocery stores and other areas that are crowded easily. Many are equipped with suspension systems to provide a smoother ride. This is particularly useful on sidewalks that are bumpy.

If you're seeking a jogging stroller that doesn't weigh you down Guava Roam Crossover is a great alternative. It's a good-looking stroller that can be used as a travel set-up with the adapters for car seats for Nuna Maxi-Cosi, and Cybex infant carseats, as well as the bassinet Uppababy (car seats and stroller boards sold separately). The stroller folds in two steps and locks into position once opened.

The Babyzen Yoyo 2 is another attractive 3 wheel buggy-wheeled jogging stroller with a nice design. This stroller is a little more expensive than our top choices, but is worth it if a lot or live in a city. This lightweight stroller can be folded down to a small 20 x 17 x 7 inch size. It comes with five-point, no-rethread cushioned harness. It can be used as a stroller for newborns and young toddlers with an infant car seat adapter.

The Babyzen is a good product with a few nice features. It offers a large recline, and also has storage space. However some parents are disappointed with its performance. The seat isn't fully flat when reclined and there aren't any cup holders or a snack tray for children. The brakes can also be difficult to engage and the handlebars are a bit high for some moms.

The Graco Fastaction stroller is designed to be as lightweight as it is possible, but without losing comfort or ease of use. It has an impressive list of features, including a large basket and a fold that is one-handed. The only issue is that the brakes could be a bit difficult to engage and don't stay locked when the stroller is folded.

Stroller Safety

The safety features of a stroller will ensure your child's safety while using it. Some of the best-scoring strollers in our review have five-point safety harnesses with adjustable, cushioned straps for crotch. This allows for a customized fit. Some have a cushioned seat cushion to safeguard your child's head should they fall from the seat or fall off. Some strollers are equipped with a safety lock that secures both wheels. This is especially important for those who run, since it stops them from falling over when going up and down escalators and stairs.

In our tests, we rated the maneuverability of strollers in three different ways: a stroller's ability to rotate and bounce over bumps and dips, its maneuverability when laden with a child and its ability to travel over rough surfaces. We also assessed how easy it was to open and close the safety harness fold and unfold the stroller, adjust its backrest and handlebar height, operate the brakes, and then attach and remove car seats (if necessary).

We discovered that strollers with three wheels were easier to maneuver however the advantages decreased as the weight of the baby increased. We recommend selecting one with hand brakes. It will help you slow down or stop without putting in as much effort as using your body by itself. Many of the top-scoring, swivel-wheel strollers do not come with this option. Only one of our best-rated fixed-wheel strollers comes with it.

It is also important to consider how often you'll need to utilize your stroller to go up or down escalators or stairs and if it's safe to do this. Elevators and stairs pose greater risk because they move mechanical parts, making it difficult to control the motion of the stroller. We suggest finding a solution to these obstacles, like an elevator, if you have one, or having another adult carry the stroller up or down with you. Some of the most highly-rated strollers are able to be carried up the stairs or an escalator, with their safety brakes engaged and locked but it's always safer to be safe than not be.