The Lightest, Most Compact and Easiest to Fold Travel Strollers

This stroller is one of the lightest and compact. It's also the easiest folding stroller strollers. Despite its size, it provides an excellent ride, a fantastic sun canopy, and a multi-position recline.

At less than $100, this stroller is a great value. It's lightweight and easy to fold, making it ideal for public transport, or even slinging over your shoulder.

1. Lightweight

When it comes to travel strollers lightweight and easy to fold are the most important factors. The most popular models we tested can be folded with one hand, and sometimes two and fit in overhead luggage compartments. They are also lightweight and easy to roll, making them easy to maneuver in tight space. Some even offer a telescoping handle for parents of various heights. Whether you're planning a quick excursion with a baby or a long-haul vacation with a toddler, look for a lightweight, easy-to-pack stroller that will make the journey and return for your family.

To find the best strollers for traveling, we compared nine strollers that met our minimum weight and size requirements. Each model was tested on city streets, country side walks, and at the airport terminal to determine its ability to maneuver, its ease of folding and carrying as well as overall comfort for the child.

Our most popular choice is the Babyzen YoYo2 (320) that folds the easiest of all the strollers we tested and fits in overhead bins on airplanes. The seat reclines nearly flat and is compatible with car seats, so it's suitable from birth. Other features that are suitable for parents include a large undercarriage basket as well as a bag hook that is attached to the handle and a UPF 50+ canopy that provides ample coverage for your young traveler.

Other options include the Cybex Orfeo ($320), that features a one-handed concertina fold that is extremely light. The five-point harness is padded, crotch strap, double pram and pushchair reversible seat keep your child safe with a huge undercarriage basket and a reversible seat ensure there's space for their belongings. It's also compatible with the brand's infant car seat. This makes it a good choice for families from the time of birth.

The Coya TRVL ($320) is another one-handed, one-step fold that comes with car seat compatibility as well as a large canopy. It's more expensive than other models in this category however, it comes with additional features such as a large cupholder and a parent's pocket, an adjustable handlebar to accommodate parents of different heights, and a comfortable carrying strap. The simple design does compromise durability, contrasted with other models in this category.

2. Easy to fold

When you're on the go, your stroller has to be easy to open and close. You don't want a stroller newborn that is difficult to close when you have food items or children in your arms. The best strollers for travel fold easily and compactly, even with just one hand. A lot of them have padded straps that you can wear comfortably over your shoulders.

In our tests, we gave the Libelle stroller high marks for its compactness and its ease of folding. It also has a few attractive features. It is smooth on all surfaces, and has an ample canopy that provides enough coverage. It's also extremely light and stands up by itself when folded. This makes it much easier to keep in storage.

If you're a parent who wants to roll straight to the plane gate and then put their stroller into the overhead bin, we suggest looking for double pram and pushchair one that can fit inside. The Munchkin Sparrow is a good example. It fits in the smallest folding and comes with a protective travel cover. However it doesn't have a reclined seat, and its cargo area is too small to accommodate anything but an infant diaper bag or tote.

Another option is the Babyzen Yoyo 2, which folds up into a concertina-style but also has the option of a reversible seat to allow back-to-back or face-to-face riding. The handle is tucked behind the seat, but our editor didn't like the way it folded.

The newest type of travel stroller is the tri-fold, which folds in thirds and provides the best combination of compactness and features. The UPPAbaby Miniu, as an instance, comes with a reversible chair with a storage pouch that is not structured at the rear, and a locking latch that keeps it folded. It's slightly larger than the umbrella models from the brand however it folds more compactly than its G-Luxe and G-Link counterparts, and comes with a padded carry strap that can be slung over your shoulder.

3. Easy to store

The best strollers fold down into an easy-to-store size that is easy to fit in the trunk of your car, or into the overhead bin on an airplane. Some models even come with a carrying strap that makes it simple to carry on your shoulders, so you don't need to worry about your hands becoming tired. They're also lighter than normal strollers. This makes them easy to lift and carry around for travel stroller (Full Survey) a quick stroll in the neighborhood or at the airport.

The stroller performed extremely excellently in our durability tests and was easy to maneuver across all kinds of surfaces. From smooth hardwoods to shag flooring this stroller is a great option. However some of our testers noticed that it was a bit thin and the handlebar does not have any padding to help keep your hands comfy. Another thing to consider is the size of the storage basket is it's slightly smaller than the average, and some parents have found it difficult to squeeze a large diaper bag into it.

In general, we suggest calling your airline prior to time to check their specific guidelines for bringing strollers on board, as they can vary. This is particularly crucial if you plan to check your stroller's gate-ability and allow you to travel around the airport without it, and then be able to use it once you're on the plane (though this isn't a viable option for families who require a car seat or toddler booster).

The Contours Itsy travel stroller is an excellent choice for those who are looking for a compact, lightweight stroller. It's nearly assembled out of the box, and the only thing you have to do is snap the bumper bar into the right position. It has an apron for a cup for the parent as well as a back pocket. However it doesn't have an extra-large basket. This can make it difficult to pack the essentials for a long journey.

If you're frequent travelers, we recommend you look into a more robust stroller with more features and the ability to hold more cargo. The UPPAbaby Minu, for instance, comes with many of the same features like its G-Luxe or G-Link siblings but is smaller and folds up more quickly. It's also a bit stronger than an umbrella stroller and comes with a comfortable carrying strap that takes some of the burden off your shoulders.

4. Comfortable

Comfort is key when using strollers over long periods of time. Seats with plenty of padding and a recline system that can be adjusted at different angles are ideal. Take note of whether the canopy extends to provide sun protection and if mesh windows encourage airflow. Consider a model that has an organizer for the parents or a cupholder, as well as an ample basket under the seat, if you have to carry your belongings. When shopping for a travel Jogger for older children be sure to verify the age range. Also, think about whether your child is comfortable in the seat, even without an infant car-seat.

It is also crucial to consider the way a stroller moves. It needs to maneuver easily across a variety of surfaces including smooth hardwoods, shag carpets to cobblestones, and gravel. It should also handle stairs and curbs with ease. If your travel plans involve the majority of walking, you should choose an easy stroller to avoid leg and back soreness.

A good quality travel stroller should be easy to use, too. It should be assembled in less than 30 seconds and be able to snap together when it is popped into the correct position. It should also fold flat enough to fit in the trunk of your car or the overhead compartments on a plane. It should also remain upright when folded, so you can grab it with a single hand and then hold your child in the other.

The Joie Tourist is an excellent choice for parents who are looking for a lightweight high-quality stroller for their travels. It has multiple recline positions, so your child can sleep comfortably. Its extended canopy offers plenty of sun protection with UPF protection. It also includes a rain cover as well as a coffee cup holder and footmuff. Charlotte loves the fact that it is suitable from newborns to four years and does not require an adapter for car seats separately.