The Next Big Thing In The 3 Wheel Compact Stroller Industry

3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review

There are three-wheel strollers designed for all ages regardless of whether you're looking for a jogging stroller or an all-purpose stroller to use for every day. Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Writer and Managing Editor at Sentry, put these models to the test on both roads and off-road surfaces. They also tested the comfort of the seats for children.

Stroller Features

The best strollers have features that allow you to travel with your little one more comfortable. Whether you're shopping for a new 3-wheel or a 4-wheel stroller look for features that are convenient, such as an ample storage basket and a tray for parents with cup holders, an adjustable canopy and much more. It's important to determine which features are essential for you and your family, and those you can live without.

BOB Gear Wayfinder is our top-rated stroller for jogging. 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 keeps the stroller from rolling away when you're jogging. The Wayfinder also comes with the largest sunshade in our testing group, with a clear window at the top to let children look out while they're relaxing. Jenni's three-year-old son reportedly found the seat to have a comfortable cushion, so bumps in 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 slim, compact package that will take only a tiny space in the trunk of your car. You can also convert it to an e-travel system by purchasing an adapter. It can also be used with the Uppababy Mesa V2 bassinet.

If you plan on tackling rough terrain, tires are a must-have for strollers of any kind. Solid tires are not as comfortable as spongy or air-filled tires, but they're excellent for navigating potholes and bumps.

This jogging stroller comes with a fold that requires just two steps. It locks when folded and is compact enough to fit into most elevators. It's not as easy as some of our other four-wheel strollers to maneuver and the locking mechanism can be a bit confusing. It involves pressing a button on the front of the stroller, a flap near the foot area, and then lifting a handle. We'd rather have a simpler system that clicks in place or opens by pulling.

Stroller Weight

The overall weight is an important consideration. A heavier stroller is likely to be more stable than a stroller that is lighter and could provide more performance on rough terrain. However, many parents discover that a lighter stroller is more maneuverable and more suitable for daily use.

Another important feature of a stroller is the size of its wheels and type. Some strollers have larger wheels, such as jogging ones which can make the ride smoother for your baby. The larger wheels can add weight to 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 a comfortable and stable ride for your child, even on rough terrain. However, air-filled tires could quickly become flat and need to be changed out. If you are planning to travel a lot with your stroller, we suggest the use of tires that can stand up to frequent contact with different surfaces and last longer.

Strollers with swivel front wheels are ideal for getting around stairs and escalators in a safe manner. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most frequent accidents that occur due to strollers and are especially dangerous for infants. If you are unable to avoid taking the stairs or escalator with your stroller, we suggest using it only when your child is securely strapped into the seat and hold them close to you when walking up or down.

Some strollers are a travel system which includes both the car seat and the stroller. These are typically more expensive and convenient than their stand-alone counterparts and they may not be as effective in the long term. Additionally many parents end up regretting purchasing a bundle product because it might not have all of the features they would like or could turn out to be incompatible with their vehicle or child seat. We recommend you choose a stroller that can be purchased separately from the capsule or car seat if you'd like to upgrade to a higher-end model in the future.

Stroller Folding

The best 3 wheel pushchair compact 3 wheel Stroller 3 wheel strollers are easy to fold and to store. Some even lock into place automatically when you open them. This feature is particularly beneficial for families that frequently use public transportation or take a car to take a walk.

Three-wheel strollers are designed to navigate through tight spaces such as grocery store aisles and other crowded areas with ease. Many are equipped with suspension systems that provide a smoother ride, which is especially beneficial on sidewalks that are bumpy.

The Guava Roam is a compact jogging stroller. It's an elegant stroller that can be used as part of a travel set-up with car seat adapters to fit Nuna MaxiCosi, Cybex, and Nuna infant carseats as well as the Uppababy Bassinet. (Car seats and stroller boards are sold separately). The stroller folds down in two steps and locks in place once opened.

The Babyzen Yoyo 2 is another nice-looking 3 wheeler pushchairs from birth-wheeled jogging stroller. The stroller is more expensive than our top picks but is worth it if you travel a lot or live in a city. The lightweight stroller folds down to a small size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and has padding, a detachable five-point harness with no-rethread straps and an ample basket. It can also be used as a pram to carry newborns or toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).

Although the Babyzen offers some great features, like the spacious recline and the extra storage, certain parents have been dissatisfied with its performance. The seat isn't fully flat when reclined, and there's no cup holders or a tray to serve snacks to kids. The brakes are a bit difficult to engage, and the handlebar height is too high for a lot of mothers who are short.

The Graco Fastaction stroller is designed to be as lightweight as is possible, yet not the comfort or convenience. It's packed with a variety of features, including a large basket and a one-handed fold. The only drawback to this stroller is that the brakes are difficult to engage, and they're not locked when the stroller has been folded.

Stroller Safety

A stroller's safety features should help to keep your child safe while using it. Some of the top-scoring strollers in our review have 5-point harnesses that are adjustable, padded crotch straps that allow for a customized fit. Some have a cushioned seat cushion to protect your child's head should they fall from the seat or fall off. Some strollers come with safety brakes that lock two wheels. This is especially important for jogging strollers as it stops them from slipping when they're going up and down stairs or escalators, where they can be especially dangerous for children.

In our tests, we evaluated the strollers' maneuverability in three different ways: a product's ability to bounce and turn over dips and bumps its ability to maneuver when loaded with a child and its capability to travel over rough surfaces. We also evaluated the ease of opening and closing the safety harness, folding and unfolding the stroller, changing its backrest and handlebar height as well as operating the brakes as well as attaching and removing car seats (if necessary).

We have found that 3 wheel pushchair off road-wheel strollers are easier to maneuver than 4-wheel options however this benefit diminishes as baby gets heavier. This is why we recommend a model that has a hand brake that allows you to slow down and come to a stop with as little effort than using your body alone. However, a lot of the top-scoring swivel wheel strollers do not come with this feature, and only one of our top-rated fixed-wheel models has it.

It is also important to think about how often you will have to take your stroller on the stairs or an escalator, and whether or not it's safe to do this while the stroller is in its the same place. Stairs and elevators are more risky because they contain moving mechanical components that make it difficult for you to control your stroller. If you're able to choose to, we suggest using an elevator or having an adult assist you in carrying the stroller. Some of the top-scoring strollers are able to be taken onto the stairs or an escalator, with their safety brake locked and engaged however it's safer to be not be.