How to Buy a Pushchair Cheap

Newborns need to lie flat in prams for the first six months, so it is best to choose frames that include the carrycot or newborn seat. These are often called travel systems that can be easily attached or detached from the chassis. This lets you get your baby from the car to the pushchair without disturbing them up.

1. Ergobaby Compact fold

The Ergobaby Metro+ is a premium stroller designed to fit in with city life, allowing to get on and off public transport with ease and navigate busy streets and shopping centers. It's also perfect for travel, since it is compact and lightweight to fit in the overhead compartment of a plane. It's easy to fold and put up.

Contrary to other budget pushchairs in our round-up, the Metro+ is suitable from birth and has no additional accessories required due to its flat recline and hidden 'newborn nest' flaps that convert it into a bassinet shape. It can be used up to 22kg (compared to the previous version that was just 6 months and 18kg).

What really sets this light pram apart is its eye-catchingly compact folding system. By pressing two hands on an button the Metro+ folds into a neat, flat package which is smaller than a shopper bag and could be carried in the overhead storage compartment of an airplane.

It's a little heavier than other models that are compact, but the Metro+ is sturdier and feels of a higher quality overall. It also comes with a lot of great extras, like an attractive sun canopy, travel bags, footmuffs and support bars to allow you to personalize your stroller to suit your look.

Metro+ may feel stiff at first when you open and close it. This is normal and should soften with time. You can also try spraying a small amount WD-40 or silicone oil on the joints to help loosen them up.

2. Mamas & Papas Airo

When it comes to finding the right pushchair cheap there are a number of things to bear in mind. You may require a pushchair up to 25kg that can fold down into a compact size that it can fit in the car boot, or you might want a travel-friendly pushchair that is suitable for your needs if you often find yourself dashing from A to B on public transportation. You may also require an easy ride or one that can handle rough terrain. You might also want one that is compatible with a car seat for your child.

It can be a challenge to choose the right pushchair parent facing given the numerous options. This is why we've created this guide to help you select the best one for your budget, lifestyle and needs.

We've included reviews from parents who have tested and tested a variety of pushchairs in order to provide you with the best pushchair value for your money. You can see how each model handles and how comfortable the seats are.

If you're looking for a low-cost pushchair that is ideal for traveling, the Mamas & Papas Airo is a great option. It's the brand's lightest pushchair and was designed to make travelling with baby as comfortable as is possible. It's slim and easily can be tucked away in overhead storage compartments on aeroplanes and trains, and can be carried as a backpack, making it easy to carry around if you need to travel through crowded city streets. This pushchair for travel is suitable for children from birth and comes in black gray marl grapefruit, mint, and a special edition rose gold dusk.

3. Baby Jogger Forever Air

This pushchair is great for parents who enjoy long, country walks and includes amazing features, including an actual one-hand fold/unfold as well as all-wheel suspension. The large UV 50 canopy has two medium-sized peekaboo windows and is easy to clean. It's ideal for keeping babies sheltered. The seat has a close-to-flat recline and a calf support adjustable, which allows it to be adjusted to suit your needs. The basket beneath is easy to reach, but it would be nice when the opening was larger. It also features an adjustable handlebar and hand-operated parking brake. You can build a travel system using a car seat using the Baby Jogger adapters (sold separately).

This is the latest version of the City Mini GT Double. It was designed to offer uncompromising agility in any terrain, thanks in part to the "forever air", rubber tires and the all-wheel suspension. The GT2 is a bit taller than its predecessor, and is more than a pound heavier, however it comes with some new features to will make up for this. This includes an adjustable footrest, magnetic peek-aboo windows, and the capability to utilize it with a Baby Jogger car seat.

You can also convert it into a pram by using the optional glider board and child tray, as well as the weather shield. It offers a wide range of car seat adapters that are suitable for use with Britax/BOB, Graco Maxi-Cosi infant car seats (sold separately). It can be transformed into a pram by using the glider board that is available as an alternative or child tray. It also has several car seat adapters that work with Graco/BOB, MaxiCosi, and Peg Perego infant car seats. It is not as versatile as other models, however if you are seeking a sturdy, all-terrain stroller, this is a great choice.

4. Bugaboo Bee

The Bugaboo Bee is a buggy that's built to turn heads. It's more expensive than a pushchair cheap like the iCandy Raspberry (PS499 to buy) but the iconic New York taxi-style yellow colouring will make you stand out on the city's bustling streets. This is a great thing from a fashion and practical point of view - cyclists who ride Deliveroo are less likely to slash you, and your companions will be able to see you quickly when you meet them for coffee or shopping.

The most recent version of the Bee is dubbed the Bee5. The company has made a few functional changes to the compact buggy, which is like the original. The cleverly built-in self-stand makes it easy to lift and transport. It also has large wheels that are able to handle off-road trails. There are more customisable options, including 11 seat fabrics and 6 sun hoods. ).

Mother & Baby testers found the Bee easy to steer and manoeuvre. However, one issue they had was the lack of suspension. While it can handle rough roads but the absence of suspension can be felt on more uneven surfaces and can feel a little uncomfortable for your child.

The Bee's predecessor was a failure due to the fact that some children outgrew the seat before age 2. The Bee's new Bee solves this issue by offering a height adjustable backrest and sun canopy, which is suitable for children up to 4 years old. It also comes with the circular joint system that makes it easy to lift and turn the seat so that your child can be facing you or the world.

5. Babyzen YOYO2

Since its launch in 2012 the Babyzen YOYO has earned a reputation for being the most lightweight stroller. The YOYO2 is perfect for parents who live in cities, those who travel often and don't have a huge boot. It folds easily and can be tucked away in the overhead cabin of a plane and is extremely maneuverable.

The YOYO2 is also designed for longevity and can grow with your family. You can also get a ride-along for your child, as well as a buggy that hooks on to the YOYO. This will allow for storage space. A parasol, footmuff and rain cover are also available.

One of the great things about the YOYO2 is its colour options. There are nine colours to choose from including an ebony shade similar to the Bugaboo Butterfly. The YOYO2 can be used as a newborn with either the bassinet, or 0+ newborn packs and it transforms into a world-facing pushchair after 6 months. You can also add the YOYO Connect additional chassis to make it an extra-large buggy that can grow with your family.

Owners of YOYO2 rave about the quality of the wheels, which are constructed from a top-quality woven fabric that's hard-wearing and waterproof. The upgraded suspension provides a smooth ride and it's incredibly easy to maneuver in tight spaces (crowded cobblestone streets, crowded aisles in supermarkets) with one of the most compact turning ratios you can find.