3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review

There are three wheel pushchairs-wheel strollers that fit anyone whether you're seeking a jogging stoller or a stroller that you can use on a daily basis. Managing Editor Sentry and Senior Review Writer Wendy Schmitz put these models through the paces on both pavement and off-road surfaces, as well as testing children's comfort in the seats.

Stroller Features

The best strollers have features that make traveling with your child easier. Look for features that simplify your life for you, like a large storage bin, parent tray with cup holders, a movable canopy and more, when shopping for a new stroller. It's crucial to decide the features that are important to you and your family members and those you can live without.

The BOB Gear Wayfinder, our top-rated jogging stroller with a wide range of features to keep moms as well as dads content and comfortable. The handlebar adjusts to three different positions to accommodate caregivers of all heights, and the wrist strap is designed to ensure that the stroller won't roll away while you're jogging. The Wayfinder also features the biggest sunshade that we tested with a clear view on top that lets kids observe the world while they rest. Jenni's three-year-old son found the seat to have a comfortable padding, which meant bumps in the road did not bother him.

This jogging stoller features an automatic handbrake that helps you keep your grip on slippery surfaces. It folds into an extremely compact and slim size that takes up a tiny space in the trunk of your car, and it can convert into a travel set-up with certain infant car seats from brands such as Nuna, Maxi-Cosi, and Cybex by purchasing an adapter. It also works with the Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet.

Solid tires are crucial for strollers that will be used on terrains that are rough. While they don't offer the same degree of comfort as air-filled or foam-filled tires, they're perfect for navigating potholes and bumps with ease.

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

Stroller Weight

The weight of the entire unit is an important consideration. A heavier stroller tends to be more stable than a stroller that is lighter and could provide more performance on rough terrain. Many parents find a lighter stroller more maneuverable, and more suitable for everyday use.

Another crucial aspect of a stroller is its wheel size and the type. Certain strollers, like those that run on jogging have wheels that are larger and can provide a smoother experience for infants. Larger wheels can add weight to the stroller, making it difficult to fold and store, transport and fold.

Some models in our selection come with air-filled wheels, which provide an enjoyable, stable ride for your child on rough terrain. However, air-filled tires could easily get flat which will need to be changed out. If you intend to travel frequently with your stroller, we recommend a model with solid tires that can withstand regular contact with different surfaces and last longer.

Strollers with swivel wheels on the front are ideal to safely navigate escalators and stairs. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most common accidents involving strollers, and can be especially dangerous for infants. If you can't avoid taking the stairs or escalator in your stroller, we suggest using it only when your child is securely strapped into the seat and is 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 could not last in the long-term. Many parents regret purchasing bundles because they may not have all the features they want or be incompatible with their child's car seat or. If you want to upgrade your product in the future, we recommend that you buy a stroller separate from car seats or capsules.

Stroller Folding

The best 3 wheel running buggy wheel compact strollers fold up quickly and easily to make storage and transport easy. Some even lock into position automatically when you open them. This feature is particularly useful for families who frequently take public transport or drive to go on a walk.

Three-wheel strollers are designed to navigate through tight spaces such as aisles of grocery stores and other crowded areas with ease. A lot of them are equipped with suspension systems for an easier ride. This is particularly useful on bumpy sidewalks.

If you're seeking a jogging stroller that won't weigh you down the Guava Roam Crossover is a good alternative. The stroller is an elegant stroller that can be used as a part of a travel set-up with adapters for car seats 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 features an easy two-step fold that can be locked once it is opened.

The Babyzen Yoyo 2 is another attractive 3 wheel strollers-3 wheeled pushchairs jogging stroller with a nice design. This stroller is more expensive than our top picks, but is worth it if you travel frequently or live in the city. The stroller is lightweight and folds down to a compact size (20.5 x 17.3 wheel stroller with bassinet x 7.1) and comes with padding, a detachable, five-point no-rethread harness and an ample basket. It can even be used as a pram for infants or young toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).

The Babyzen is a great product with a few nice features. It has a spacious recline, and also has extra storage. However there are some parents who are dissatisfied in its performance. The seat doesn't lay flat when it reclines and there are no cupholders or snack tray for children. The brakes can be difficult to engage and the handlebars are too high for certain moms.

The Graco Fastaction stroller is designed to be as lightweight as is possible, yet not losing comfort or ease of use. It has a long list of amazing features, such as a large basket and a one-handed fold. The only issue with this stroller is that the brakes are difficult to engage, and they're not locking when the stroller has been folded.

Stroller Safety

A stroller's safety features should aid in keeping your child secure during use. Some of the top-scoring strollers in our review have a five-point safety harness with adjustable, cushioned straps for the crotch. This allows for a customised fit. Some strollers have a padded cushion that shields your child's head in the event that they fall off or roll out of their seat. Some strollers feature a safety brake that locks two wheels. This is essential for jogging strollers since it prevents them from flipping over when they're going up and down escalators or stairs, which can be particularly risky for children.

In our tests, we rated 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 capacity to traverse rough terrain. We also evaluated the ease of opening and closing the safety harness folding and unfolding the stroller, altering its backrest and handlebar height, operating the brakes, as also the ability to attach and remove car seats (if applicable).

We discovered that strollers with three wheels were more maneuverable however the advantages decreased as the weight of the baby increased. That's why we recommend choosing a model that has a hand brake that assists you in slowing down and come to a stop without as much effort as relying on body power alone. A majority of the top-scoring swivel-wheel strollers do not have this feature. Only one of our top-rated fixed wheel strollers has it.

It is also important to think about the frequency you'll need to transport your stroller down the stairs or an escalator, and whether it's safe to do so with the stroller in position. Elevators and stairs are more hazardous because they have moving mechanical parts which make it difficult to control your stroller. If you can use an elevator or having a second adult help you carry the stroller. Some of the most highly-rated strollers are able to be carried up an escalator or a set of stairs. an escalator, with their safety brake engaged and locked but it's always safer to be safe than to be sorry.