10 top travel strollers for every budget and family vacation
Design elements and ease of use make the Zoe Tour a best-bet travel stroller — Photo courtesy of Mary Deaton
If you’re a parent to infants and toddlers, you know how important it is to have a reliable stroller while on vacation. Things to consider when looking for a travel stroller are reliability, functionality, practicality, and, of course, price point.
We’ve taken the guesswork out and researched for you to find top travel strollers for a fun, family-friendly, and stress-free adventure for every budget.
Easy to carry: Evolur Cruise Rider Stroller with Canopy
The minimalistic and lightweight Evolur Cruise Ride offers great sun protection — Photo courtesy of Evolur
The Evolur Cruise Rider Stroller with Canopy is an affordable and sleek travel stroller that allows families to travel with ease. The stroller folds inward, and stores and carries well, making it a superb choice for vacations. It comes with a carry belt, which can fit easily over your shoulder. It’s great for a day at amusement parks and festivals.
Plus, it converts into a scooter or a rider, offering three different functions, as your baby grows. We found this a huge benefit because the scooter and rider become toys for our toddler, not just a stroller.
The company offers a one-year warranty but doesn’t accept returns unless the stroller is defective. However, if purchased through Amazon, you’ll be backed by their 30-day return guarantee.
Stroller for toddlers: Dream On Me Coast Rider Stroller
Dream On Me Coast Rider Stroller is a lightweight option for a travel stroller — Photo courtesy of Dream On Me
The Dream on Me Coast Rider is a straightforward, budget-friendly, and compact travel stroller that makes exploring with kids easy. Similar to the Evolur Cruise Rider, it converts from a stroller to a scooter to a kid-friendly rider, in just minutes, which toddlers can use as a toy.
Super light at 13.5 pounds, it maneuvers easily. Parents love that it packs down easily and offers multifunctional uses, which makes it a winning travel companion. The company offers a three-month warranty and a 90-day return policy on products in their original condition.
Lightweight stroller: The Zoe Tour
The Zoe Tour stroller collapses and stores easily — Photo courtesy of Mary Deaton
The Zoe Tour travel stroller can steer your baby seamlessly through theme parks and airport terminals. The Tour stroller comes with a large storage basket, snack compartment, and parent or child cup holders so you can focus on having fun while on the run.
Ready for nap time? No worries. With its 140-degree incline and extendable canopy, parents can relax and let their babies snuggle up for some zzz’s. At 12.8 pounds, the Tour has a compact fold and is easy to handle; although, it doesn’t stand on its own like some of the other models on our list. The Tour is car-seat adaptable, but you’ll need to purchase an adapter.
One of the best features of this stroller is that you can add a seat to the back of the stroller as your family grows. It’s great for families who are expecting, so they don’t have to invest in a new stroller, and it’s a good travel stroller because even with two kiddos in tow, it’s still narrow and compact. Zoe offers a 30-day trial and the stroller is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase.
Double stroller: Dream On Me Track Face to Face Edition
Dream On Me Track Face to Face Edition is an excellent choice for families with two kids — Photo courtesy of Dream On Me
The Dream On Me Track Face to Face Edition is an excellent choice for families with two little ones. The front seat reclines to one level, while the back seat can recline to three positions, making rest and sleep a breeze for your baby. Its reversible seats allow your kiddos to face each other, face away from each other, or settle in tandem.
The 360-degree swivel wheels and superior suspension allow parents to maneuver easily, whether at the mall or an adventure park. The sturdy basket underneath the stroller can hold anything you need for a day of adventuring.
Dream On Me offers a three-month warranty and a 90-day return policy on products in their original condition. Given the price point and its versatility, it’s a steal.
Stroller for city slickers: Thule Shine City Stroller
Thule Shine City Stroller is designed for family travel — Photo courtesy of Thule
The Thule Shine City Stroller is a compact and lightweight option for family travel. Fans of the Shine City Stroller find it sleek and sturdy, complimenting its contemporary design and attention to comfort. Toddlers can settle into a snug padded seat with an adjustable leg rest while the extendable canopy shields them from the sun so they can sleep while on the go.
We love the City Stroller for its all-wheel suspension, which helps navigate easily through all terrain. Another winning feature is the large storage basket in the undercarriage, perfect for lugging daily necessities while on vacation. Reviewers have even utilized it to carry groceries on the way home from the market because it holds up to 22 pounds.
Your purchase comes with a bumper bar and rain cover. It’s also easy to open and fold, which makes for a smooth transition while on your family getaway. Thule offers a 30-day return policy, with a generous lifetime warranty depending on what type of stroller you purchase.
Stroller for navigating all terrain: Thule Glide 2
Thule Glide 2 is a running stroller that also works as a travel stroller — Photo courtesy of Thule
Although the Glide 2 is best known as a jogging stroller, it makes our list because it does well as a travel stroller, thanks to its lightweight, aerodynamic design. If you’re an active parent like myself, who plans to run at home or while on vacation, this is a practical and multifunctional purchase.
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The 16-inch front wheels allow for speed, while the 18-inch rear wheels provide stability on all terrain. It provides a smooth ride with a ventilated canopy and a reclining seat feature. Additionally, it’s easy to fold and store, which makes it a practical travel option.
The sustainable stroller: Peg Perego Ypsi
Peg Perego Ypsi is easy to store and offers great sun protection — Photo courtesy of Peg Perego
Part of the brand’s Newlife collection, which focuses on sustainability and using recycled materials, the Ypsi measures only 20 inches wide and is an ideal option when traveling with young children. It offers three seating options for your little one: upright, reclined, and full resting mode, which means it can take you from morning outings through to the end of the day while traveling, without missing nap time. There’s an adjustable hood with UPF 50+ protection from the sun.
I especially like being able to close the Ypsi with one hand. It makes our journeys smooth, not having to deal with a clunky stroller. Easy to store, it stands upright and barely takes up any space in a hotel room or restaurant.
Returns must be made within 30 days of purchase, and the company offers a two-year warranty on their strollers from the date of purchase.
The carryall stroller: Peg Perego Vivace
Peg Perego Vivace is a sleek and compact option for a travel stroller — Photo courtesy of Peg Perego
The Vivace is a travel stroller dream because it has a spacious basket with a reinforced solid base to hold heavier items. it’s also compact with performance-driven wheels that are competent for all terrains
The Vivace features a reversible seat, so it can adjust to any situation and convert to a car seat with an adapter. The reversible seat allows parents to use the stroller from baby to toddler, maximizing its longevity.
The extendable hood offers protection from sun and wind. The all-weather boot, which is like a built-in sleeping bag, comes with your purchase and offers your baby warmth on those blustery days. Easy to fold and store, the stroller stands upright nicely in any closet or hotel room.
Easily collapsible stroller: Peg Perego Veloce
Peg Perego Veloce has a convenient folding system, which is ideal for vacations — Photo courtesy of Peg Perego Veloce
The Peg Perego Veloce, like the Vivace, is lightweight and portable, offering multiple reclining seat positions. The two major differences here are the canopy size and the folding mechanism. The Veloce has a larger canopy than the Vivace, providing more sun protection. Although both strollers have a relatively convenient folding system, the Veloce stroller can be closed with a one-hand folding mechanism. It’s a small detail, but it can save time and additional stress while navigating amusement parks and other travel situations.
The all-wheel suspension provides a smooth ride for the baby, whether you’re moving through pavement, gravel, or grass. It also offers a superior five-point safety harness for your little one, along with an all-weather boot to keep them warm.
Durable, multifunctional travel stroller: Junama’s Bonbon collection
Junama’s Bonbon collection packs a lot into its luxury pram — Photo courtesy of Junama
Junama’s Bonbon Collection is a top-of-the-line pram that converts to a seated stroller in several easy steps, which is perfect for a travel stroller and running day-to-day errands. What I love about this family-owned brand is that their strollers are handmade and durable, with a sturdy aluminum frame and heavy-duty suspension system that offers a smooth ride. The 360-degree swivel front wheels make it excellent for quick turns and maneuvering through crowds and narrow pathways.
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Each pram purchase includes a seat, carrycot, mesh screen, zippered basket, and mommy bag to store extra essentials. The stroller is compatible with many car seats with an adapter, which can be purchased from the website. Although in the higher price range, these prams are built to last a lifetime and are incredibly easy to assemble. The Bonbon collection features two colors — cherry blossom and powder blue.
Junama offers a two-year manufacturer’s warranty, with the option to purchase an additional two-year warranty. The company only accepts returns on new and unused items, so make sure you love the colors and the product before taking it out on the road.
