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3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review

If you're a fitness fanatic seeking an jogging stroller, or simply looking for an all-purpose stroller to use for everyday use there's a compact three-wheel stroller out there for you. Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Writer and Managing Editor of Sentry The models were put to the test on road surfaces and off-road ones. They also tested the comfort of the seats for children.

Stroller Features

The best strollers offer features that make traveling with your little one more convenient. Find features that make life easier, such as a large bin for storage, a tray for the parent with cup holders, a movable canopy, and more, when shopping for a new stroller. The trick is determining which features are essential to you and your family, and which ones you could live without.

BOB Gear Wayfinder is our top-rated stroller for running. It comes with a variety of useful features that will keep parents content and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different positions to accommodate caregivers of different heights, and the wrist strap can help ensure that the stroller won't roll away when you're running. The Wayfinder features the biggest sunshade of the strollers we tested and a clear window on the top lets children to see out when they're resting. And Jenni's 3 wheel stroller with bassinet-year-old found the seat to be comfortable cushioned, so bumps on the road don't cause him to shake.

This stroller for jogging also comes with a hand brake that helps you control slippery surfaces. It folds into an extremely compact and slim size that takes up very little 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 using the purchase of an adapter. It can also be used with the Uppababy Mesa V2 bassinet.

Solid tires are essential for strollers that will be used on rough terrains. Solid tires aren't as comfortable as spongy-filled or air-filled tires, but they're perfect for navigating potholes and bumps.

The stroller folds up in just two simple steps. It locks in place when folded and is compact enough to fit into the majority of elevators. However, it's not as easy to move around as our other strollers with four wheels, and the mechanism to lock it is a bit difficult to understand. It involves clicking an icon on the front of the stroller, opening a flap that is located near the foot area, and then raising a handle. We'd prefer a simpler method that simply clicks into place or opens by pulling.

Stroller Weight

The weight of the overall stroller is a crucial aspect to take into consideration. A stroller that is heavier is more stable and will perform better on rough terrain. However, many parents find that a lighter stroller is easier to maneuver and is more suitable for daily use.

Another important aspect of a stroller is the size of its wheels and type. Certain strollers have bigger wheels, such as jogging ones which makes the ride easier for your baby. The larger wheels can weigh more on the stroller and make it harder to fold, transport and store.

Certain models in our collection include air-filled tires that are designed to offer a comfortable and stable ride for your child, even over rough terrain. Air-filled tires are more prone to flattening and have to replace them. If you are planning to travel a lot with your stroller, we recommend the use of tires that can withstand frequent contact with different surfaces and last for a longer time.

Strollers with swivel wheel at the front are great for safely navigating escalators as well as stairs. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most frequent accidents that occur due to strollers and are particularly hazardous for infants. If you can't avoid using the escalator or stairs with your stroller, we suggest that you only use it when the child is securely strapped in the seat. Also ensure that they are close to you as you walk up or down.

Some strollers come as a travel system that includes both the car seat as well as the stroller. While these types of products typically boast attractive price tags and provide convenience in terms of the time spent shopping but they are usually more expensive than their standalone counterparts and might not perform in the long haul. Many parents regret buying bundle products because they may not come with all the features they desire or may not be compatible with their car or child's seat. If you plan to upgrade your product in the future we recommend you purchase a stroller separately from car seats or capsules.

Stroller Folding

The best 3 wheel compact strollers fold up quickly and easily to make transport and storage a breeze. Some even lock in position automatically when you open them. This feature is especially useful for families who frequently use public transportation or take a car to walk.

Three-wheeled strollers can be pushed effortlessly in tight spaces, like aisles of grocery stores or other areas with a lot of people. They also have suspension systems that provide a more comfortable ride for your baby, which can be especially helpful on bumpy sidewalks.

If you're seeking a jogging stroller that isn't heavy Guava Roam Crossover is a good alternative. It's a stylish stroller that can be used as a travel system, with the matching car seat adapters for Nuna, Maxi-Cosi and Cybex infant carseats, as well as the bassinet Uppababy (car seats and stroller board are sold separately). The stroller folds down in two steps and locks into position after opening.

Another nice-looking 3 wheel pushchair-wheel jogging stroller is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. The stroller is more expensive than our top choices, but worth it if you travel often or live in a city. The stroller is lightweight and folds down to a small 3 wheel stroller size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and comes with a padded, adjustable 5-point harness that is no-rethread and a large basket. It can also be used as a pram to carry newborns or young toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).

The Babyzen is a great product with a few nice features. It offers a large recline, and also has storage space. However there are some parents who are dissatisfied with its performance. The seat isn't flat when it is reclining and there's no cupholders or snack tray for children. The brakes are a bit difficult to engage, and the handlebar height is too high for many moms who are petite.

The Graco Fastaction is another stroller that's designed to be as light as possible without sacrificing comfort or ease of use. It's equipped with a lengthy list of features that are impressive including a large basket and a single-handed fold. The only drawback to this stroller is that the brakes are difficult to engage and they're not locked when the stroller is folded.

Stroller Safety

The safety features of a stroller should help to keep your child secure during use. Some of the top-scoring strollers in our review have five-point harnesses with adjustable, padded crotch straps that allow for a custom fit. Others come with a cushioned seat cushion to safeguard your child's head should they fall out of the seat or fall off. Some strollers are equipped with the safety lock that locks both wheels. This is especially important for jogging walkers, as it stops them from falling over while walking up and down escalators and stairs.

In our tests, we rated the strollers' maneuverability in three different ways: a product's ability to rotate and bounce over dips and bumps, its maneuverability when loaded with children and its capacity to traverse rough terrain. We also assessed the ease of opening and closing the safety harness folding and unfolding the stroller, adjusting the height of its backrest and handlebar as well as operating the brakes as also the ability to attach and remove car seats (if applicable).

We discovered that some 3-wheel strollers are easier to maneuver than four-wheel models however this benefit diminishes as baby gets heavier. This is why we recommend the model with hand brakes, which helps you slow down and come to a stop without as much exertion as using body power alone. A majority of the top-scoring swivel-wheel strollers don't have this feature. Only one of our top-rated fixed-wheel strollers has it.

It's important to consider how often you will need to take your stroller up the stairs or an escalator, and if or not it will be safe to do it with the stroller still in position. Elevators and stairs are more dangerous because they have moving mechanical parts which make it difficult to control your stroller. We recommend finding an alternative to these obstacles, such as an elevator, if possible or have a person else carry the stroller up or down with you. Some of the most highly-rated strollers are able to be taken onto the stairs or an escalator with their safety brakes engaged and locked but it's always safer to be safe than sorry.