Best Travel Strollers of 2023, Tested and Reviewed by Parents and Experts

The Scoop

• Baseless infant car seat, installs in seconds
• Stroller has one-handed fold, weighs 13 pounds
• Car seat weighs just 7 pounds

What Our Experts Say

If you know you’ll frequently be traveling while your baby is an infant, you may want to invest in a travel system (a stroller and car seat that attach to each other). This combo by Nuna is the best of the best. It combines the ultra-popular TRVL, the brand’s first dive into the lightweight stroller market, with the urbn, a first-of-its-kind car seat.

What’s so special about a baseless car seat? Most infant car seats can be installed without a base, but require a seat belt—along with time and patience. That’s not the case with the urbn. There’s no base to worry about AND the latch system is built right into the seat’s base. Simply press a button on each side to attach the seat directly to your vehicle’s lower anchors. It’s about as foolproof as it gets, and especially ideal if you’ll be using your car seat on the go in rideshares or taxis.

As for the TRVL stroller, it’s just as great. The two standout features are its fold (one-handed, quick and ridiculously easy) and its compact size (it stands on its own and weighs just over 13 pounds. While not huge, the basket is large enough to hold your essentials (and a little more) and is easy to access, and the TRVL’s maneuverability is good enough that you’ll be able to steer easily with one hand.

What’s Worth Considering

The TRVL is on the pricier side and it doesn’t have a carry strap, but the maneuverability, suspension and versatility help explain the higher price point. There are also lots of thoughtful design details like magnetic buckles, a no-rethread harness and leatherette bumper bar and handlebar. The urbn car seat has a lower height limit than many infant car seats.

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Four-wheel suspension for a smooth ride
• Fast, easy fold
• Included footrest and high seat back

What Our Experts Say

Bugaboo’s newest compact stroller, the Butterfly, is packed with thoughtful, impressive features, just like the brand’s popular full-size strollers. Two of the best things about this stroller (and there are many to choose from!) are the smooth ride and the quick, easy fold. The four-wheel suspension system means the Butterfly rides more like a traditional stroller than a compact one, a huge perk when you’re pushing it on anything other than smooth pavement and perfect when you’re toting around a larger toddler. It moves and turns easily and you can steer it with only one hand. The fold is just as impressive; you can also do it one-handed, and the Butterfly folds down to about the side of a small bag. (There’s also a built-in carry strap, a feature we always love and appreciate.)

A few other things we love: it accommodates an infant car seat with adapters, so you can use it from day one, and the seat has a high back for larger kiddos and reclines almost fully for napping on the go. (There’s even a footrest built in for extra comfort, another toddler-friendly feature.) And the sun canopy on the Butterfly is one of the best of all the travel strollers on our list.

What’s Worth Considering

The back wheels on the Butterfly are fairly close together. That setup, combined with a handle that doesn’t extend (which is the norm for compact strollers), means that if you’re on the taller side, you may kick the back of the stroller while you’re walking. And although we wouldn’t consider it heavy, it is one of the heavier travel strollers on our list by about three pounds.

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Great value
• Extremely light—weighs less than 12 pounds
• Easy fold but not as compact as others on our list

What Our Experts Say

If you’re not looking to spend a lot on a travel stroller or you’re a family who doesn’t travel very often, the Kolcraft Cloud Light is an excellent value that boasts lots of thoughtful features, especially considering the stroller’s price. Weight is the standout here—the Cloud Plus weighs less than twelve pounds, making it one of the lightest strollers on our list. The fold is also worth a second look. Although it’s not super compact (the stroller folds in on itself, much like an umbrella stroller, rather than in a tri-fold like many other travel strollers on our list), it’s quick and easy and you can do it with one hand, a feature we always appreciate especially when we’re on the go.

Other features to note include an extendable canopy with a peekaboo window, a parent tray with two drink holders and a large storage basket (it’s one of the biggest on our list).

What’s Worth Considering

The seat on the Cloud Plus has multiple positions but doesn’t recline completely flat. It has a lower weight limit than many of the strollers on our list—40 pounds—and doesn’t have much in the way of suspension and shock absorption. And the fold is slim but not all that compact.

What Babylist Parents Say

“Easily fits in the trunk of my car.” -Cora

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Great for travel + everyday use
• Roomy storage basket
• Shock-absorbing suspension for a smooth ride

What Our Experts Say

From your own neighborhood to wherever your travel adventures take you and to everything in between, the Minu offers all the conveniences of an everyday stroller in a travel-friendly package. One-handed fold, a huge sunshade, a comfy seat with multi-position recline and a roomy, easy-access basket are just a few of the awesome features you’ll find in this stroller that works just as well on vacation as it does for a walk to the grocery store. The spring-action, shock-absorbing all-wheel suspension makes for a smooth ride even over bumpy terrain. The Minu stands when folded and features a carry strap and a storage bag for easy transport.

What’s Worth Considering

As-is, the Minu works for babies 3+ months; if you want to use it with your newborn, you’ll need to add the bassinet and adapters, which will cost you.

What Babylist Parents Say

“Amazing stroller. Great for travelling (fits in overhead bin), shopping (takes up minimal trunk space), walks in the park (very smooth ride, even over grass!). Has oversized canopy to block sun and folds with one hand. Bought it for travel, but use it as our primary stroller because I love it so much.” -Jessica

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Fits in overhead bin
• Fast, one-handed fold
• Options to customize color, add a second rider and more

What Our Experts Say

One minute the Babyzen YOYO2 6+ is a stroller and the next it’s slung over your shoulder like an oversized bag. It has a fast, one-handed fold and because of its super-compact size, it easily fits into an airplane’s overhead compartment.

It performs like a champ out of its carrying case, too, easily steering through crowds and through narrow spaces. It’s also one of the most fun travel strollers to customize. You can change out the seat and shade fabrics with a new color pack, add a custom footmuff for cooler temps, help your older kiddo hitch a ride on the stroller board and even add a storage bag that uses wheeled support so your stroller won’t tip. With adapters that are sold separately, you can also use this stroller with infant car seats from Nuna and Maxi Cosi, among others.

What’s Worth Considering

The YOYO2 does come with a rain cover, but all the other extras will cost you. (And this stroller is on the pricier side to begin with.)

What Babylist Parents Say

“Fits in airplane cabin. We took it on so many trips!” -Emily

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Four-wheel suspension for a smooth ride
• One-handed fold and compact carry
• Comfy, contoured seat

What Our Experts Say

Pushing the Joolz Aer+ doesn’t feel much different than pushing some much larger, much more expensive strollers—and that’s what we love about it. The Aer+ has four-wheel suspension, a feature that’s not very common in travel strollers, so it maneuvers easily and glides smoothly even across uneven surfaces. That combined with the comfortable seat that contours to fit your child’s body, a large storage basket and a one-handed fold all help make the Aer+ just as great for travel as for everyday use.

The Aer+ is newborn-friendly and compatible with Nuna and Clek car seats (adapters sold separately). The stroller folds small enough to fit in an overhead bin or to sling over your shoulder (carry strap included) and tote up and down stairs, on public transportation or anywhere else you need to go. It also comes with a rain cover and travel bag included.

What’s Worth Considering

The Aer+ is on the pricier side, but if you’re planning on using it for travel and for everyday, then the cost doesn’t seem as daunting.

What Babylist Parents Say

“It’s so easy to push and steer and SO easy to fold with just one hand. We use it as a travel stroller and often as our everyday stroller as well.” -Jennifer

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• World’s smallest folded stroller
• Extremely lightweight
• Tiny storage basket and no recline

What Our Experts Say

Frequent flyers, listen up. The Pockit is the world’s most compact stroller. (Really—it was named World’s Smallest Folded Stroller by the Guinness Book of World Records!) It fits easily in the overhead compartment of a plane as well as under your seat, in a shopping bag or even in a large diaper bag. It has a simple, two-step fold and sits on its own when folded. And this model is compatible with several different brands of infant car seats and even features a small recline.

It’s not a great choice for everyday use, but if you’re a family that travels frequently, especially by air, this ultra-compact travel stroller can’t be beat.

What’s Worth Considering

The storage basket on the Pockit is small and the canopy is even smaller. There’s no strap or carrying case, but since it’s small enough to fit into a bag, this isn’t a dealbreaker. Breaking down the stroller also takes a bit of practice.

What Babylist Parents Say

“I love everything about it! I travel a lot with my baby. It’s easy to fold up. It’s so light. It’s small enough to be carried onto the plane rather than having to gate check. Since they assume you are going to gate check the stroller, it does not count as one of your carry-on items either.” -Kristin

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Same one-handed fold Baby Jogger full-size strollers are known for
• 3 ways to ride: infant car seat, bassinet or toddler seat
• Padded seat with added depth

What Our Experts Say

Baby Jogger strollers are known (and loved) for their easy, one-handed fold—and this travel stroller is no exception. The City Tour 2 folds into a 19-by-23 inch rectangle and automatically locks closed. You can carry it by the handle or tuck it away in the included tote bag carryall while your little one explores. The stroller has a deep, padded seat and adjustable calf support to keep your kiddo comfortable. Plus, a huge UV 50+ sun canopy provides shade.

What’s Worth Considering

There’s suspension system in the frame isn’t great, making for a bit of a bumpy ride. Some parents wish the tote bag carryall had backpack straps for easier transport rather than a shoulder strap.

What Babylist Parents Say

“I love that I can carry, open and fold it with one hand. It’s easy to maneuver and the only stroller I own. Perfect for city living!” -Amie

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Comes with universal car seat adapter
• Full recline seat
• Ventilated backrest for airflow

What Our Experts Say

The Mountain Buggy Nano stroller is the best of both worlds—a travel stroller that can also act as a travel system. Unlike most travel strollers, this one comes equipped with a universal car seat adapter so you can pop in your infant seat and be on your way with your newborn in tow. (You can also purchase the Cocoon Carrycot separately if you prefer a bassinet option.)

The Nano is lightweight and compact enough to fit easily into many carry-on luggage units on planes and trains or in a trunk, and the travel bag has a handle and strap for portability. The narrow width and front-wheel swivel makes it good for use on city streets or other tight spaces and the seat features a full recline perfect for naps.

What’s Worth Considering

There’s no suspension system and no peekaboo window. You need to use two hands to fold the Nano. (Although it’s still really easy.)

What Babylist Parents Say

“It folded up so small that it fit on the plane as a carryon but it also handled really well on european cobblestone” -Nikki

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• Great value
• Easy to maneuver
• Umbrella-style fold is bulky

What Our Experts Say

Some parents prefer an umbrella stroller for travel. If you’re one of them, then the Summer 3D Lite should be on your list.

The 3D Lite is a great all-around travel stroller. It’s light (about 13 pounds), features a simple, compact fold and a built-in carry strap, has a seat that lays nearly flat and boasts an ample storage basket. At well under $100, it’s an incredible value for a stroller with this many great features.

What’s Worth Considering

Since this is an umbrella stroller, you won’t find the compact tri-fold that parents love so much about many travel strollers.

What Babylist Parents Say

“It is so easy to travel with - we used it on a cruise ship, in various airports, and for all our daily errands.” -Jeanine

Additional Specs

The Scoop

• One-handed fold
• Fits in overhead bin
• Extended canopy, full recline

What Our Experts Say

Lightweight, compact and travel-ready are the three features that come to mind when we think of The Traveler from Zoe. This aluminum-frame stroller is light enough for easy portability but durable enough to handle lots of different adventures. We love the one-handed fold and that it’s small enough to fit in an overhead bin if you don’t want to wrangle with gate checking your stroller on your next trip. There are lots of high-end features like an extended canopy, adjustable footrest and a near-flat recline. And don’t forget one of the best parts: The Traveler folds in seconds with one hand and stands on its own.

What’s Worth Considering

The Traveler isn’t compatible with any car seats so you won’t be able to use it with younger babies. There are also no straps or backpack included; if you want those, you’ll have to pay extra to add them on.

Need a double travel stroller? Zoe’s The Twin+ is a great choice. It weighs under 20 pounds and fits through standard doorways but is comfortable and roomy enough for two children up to 45 pounds each. The fold is quick, easy and compact and the stroller is Disney-approved. And it can expand to a triple or a quad stroller with additional seats.

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