3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review

If you're a health-conscious person looking for a stroller for jogging or need a stroller for everyday use, there's a three-wheel compact stroller that is suitable for you. The Managing Editor Sentry and Senior Review Writer Wendy Schmitz put these models through the paces on pavement and off-road surfaces, as well as assessing the comfort of children in the seats.

Stroller Features

The best strollers come with features that make traveling with your child a lot easier. Find features that simplify your life for you, like a large bin for storage, a tray for parents with cup holders, an adjustable canopy and more when you are shopping for a new stroller. It's crucial to decide what features are important to you and your family and what you can live without.

The BOB Gear Wayfinder, our top-rated jogging stroller, comes with a wide range of features that will keep moms and dads content and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different positions to accommodate caregivers of all heights and the wrist strap is designed to ensure that the stroller doesn't slide away while you're jogging. The Wayfinder features the biggest sunshade of all the strollers we tested and a clear opening at the top that allows children to see out while they rest. Jenni's three-year-old son found the seat to have a comfortable cushion, so bumps on the road didn't bother him.

This jogging stroller also has an automatic hand brake that can help you maintain control on slick surfaces. It folds into an extremely compact and slim size that takes up a tiny space in the trunk of your car. Additionally, it can be converted into a travel system with the best infant car seats from brands including Nuna, Maxi-Cosi, and Cybex using the purchase of an adapter. It is also compatible with the Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet.

Solid tires are crucial for strollers used on rough terrains. They're not as comfortable as spongy or air-filled tires, but they're excellent for navigating potholes and bumps.

This stroller is a jogging model and comes with a fold that takes just two steps. It locks into place when folded, and is small enough to fit into the majority of elevators. It's not as easy as our other four-wheel strollers to maneuver, and the locking mechanism is a bit difficult to understand. It involves clicking an icon on the front of the stroller, closing a flap near the foot area, and lifting the handle. We'd prefer a simpler method that clicks in place or opens by pulling.

Stroller Weight

The weight of the overall stroller is a significant factor to take into account. A stroller that is heavier is more stable and can perform better on rough terrain. However, many parents discover that a stroller with a lighter weight is easier to maneuver and is more suitable for daily use.

The size and type of the wheels is another important aspect. Some strollers come with larger wheels, like jogging ones, which can make the ride more comfortable for your baby. Larger wheels can add weight to the stroller and make it more difficult to fold and transport, as well as store.

Certain models in our collection come with air-filled tires, which are designed to provide a safe and comfortable ride for your child, even on rough terrain. Air-filled tires are more prone to flattening, and you must replace them. If you intend to travel frequently with your stroller, we recommend the use of tires that can stand up to frequent contact with various surfaces and last for a longer time.

Strollers that have swivel wheels at the front are great for safely navigating escalators as well as stairs. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most common stroller-related injuries and can be particularly dangerous for infants. If you cannot avoid the stairs or escalator with your stroller, we recommend using it only when the child is safely strapped into the seat and hold them close to you as you walk up or down.

Some strollers can be purchased as a complete travel system where the car seat and stroller are sold as a unit. Although these strollers often have attractive prices and offer convenience in terms of cutting down on shopping time, they are generally more expensive than their standalone counterparts and may not function in the long term. Many parents regret buying a bundle product because it might not include all the features they would like or may not be compatible with their child's car seat or. If you plan to upgrade in the near future we recommend you buy a stroller separate from the car seat or capsule.

Stroller Folding

The best 3 wheeler buggies-wheel strollers that are compact are easy to fold and to store. Some locks automatically lock into place when you open them. This feature can be particularly useful for families who frequently use public transportation or drive prior to going for a a walk.

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

The Guava Roam is a compact stroller that can be used for jogging. 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, Nuna, and Cybex infant carseats and the Uppababy bassinet (car seats and stroller board sold separately). The stroller comes with simple two-step fold, and locks in place when opened.

Another stylish 3-wheel jogging stroller is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. This stroller is a little more expensive than our top picks, but is worth it if frequently or live in the city. The stroller is lightweight and can fold down to a smaller size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and features an adjustable, padded 5-point harness that is no-rethread and an ample basket. It can even be used as a pram to carry newborns or young toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).

The Babyzen is a quality product that has some great features. It offers a large recline and has extra storage. However some parents are disappointed with its performance. The seat doesn't lie flat when it is reclining and there aren't cup holders or snack trays for kids. The brakes are also a bit difficult to engage, and the handlebar height is too high for many short moms.

The Graco Fastaction is another stroller that's designed to be as light as is possible without sacrificing comfort or convenience. It has an impressive list of features, including a large basket and a fold that is one-handed. The only downside is that the brakes could be a bit difficult to engage and do not remain locked when the stroller is folded.

Stroller Safety

The safety features of a stroller must ensure that your child is safe using it. The top-scoring strollers we've reviewed come with a five-point safety harness with adjustable, padding crotch straps. This allows for a customized fit. Others come with a cushioned seat cushion to shield your child's head in the event that they fall out of the seat or fall off. Some strollers have a safety lock that locks both wheels. This is particularly important for jogging walkers, as it stops them from falling over when going up and down escalators and stairs.

In our tests, the maneuverability of strollers was rated in three different ways. We scored it based on a product's capability to turn and bounce when bumps and dips are encountered, its ease of use with a child in it and its ability to navigate over rough terrain. We also looked at how easy it is to open and close the safety harness, fold and unfold the stroller, adjust the backrest, handlebar height, operate the brakes, and attach and take off car seats (if applicable).

We discovered that strollers with three wheels were more maneuverable however, the advantages diminished as baby weight increased. We recommend choosing one with hand brakes. It can help you slow down or stop without exerting as much effort as using your body by itself. However, the majority of top-scoring swivel wheel strollers do not offer this feature and only one of our top fixed-wheel models has it.

It is also important to consider the frequency you'll have to use your stroller to go up and down escalators or stairs and if it's safe to do so. Stairs and elevators can be more hazardous because they have moving mechanical components that make it difficult to control your stroller. We recommend finding an alternative 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 top-scoring strollers can be taken onto the stairs or an escalator with their security brake locked and engaged but it's always safer to be safe than not be.