Best Travel Prams - Lightweight Strollers That Are Quick to Fold and Easy to Operate

Lightweight strollers must be quick to fold and simple to use. The most reliable travel prams have a compact fold which easily fits in overhead bins or smaller car booties, and can accommodate an infant car seat.

The BabyZen Yoyo2 is the pram of choice for many parents on the go due to its light design that is gate-check-friendly and its compact fold. It also has a great turn radius and a near-flat recline.

UPPAbaby G-Luxe

The UPPAbaby G-Luxe has a reputation as a sleek, feature-packed stroller that is designed with a sense of. It is extremely light and folds into an extremely compact size for transport. It also comes with a front wheel lock that ensures the stroller is stable when it is in use and a fixed canopy that gives ample coverage against the sun. It is easy to maneuver and has an ample storage basket.

In contrast to the more expensive models in the UPPAbaby family, the G-Luxe is surprisingly affordable and comes with a range of extras, such as the parent cup holder as well as rain cover. It also features a convenient one step brake system and tall handlebars that make it easier to push parents of any height, and a hand-level folding mechanism that makes it simple to stow.

The UPPAbaby G-Luxe features an updated robust frame that is reminiscent of the VISTA and CRUZ strollers. It also has a brand new front-end with a single-wheeled design that improves maneuverability, and a larger canopy with an opening sunshade which provides SPF 50+ protection. It also comes with a fantastic storage basket and an easy-to-access back-of-seat storage compartment.

The G-Luxe was the top performer in our tests of noise, but it wasn't the best in its class when it came to performance and durability. It also had the smallest recline positions of all our test models and its rear-facing seats aren't recommended for children less than two years old.

UPPAbaby G-Luxe was a close competitor however it didn't win the award for best umbrella stroller. It still offers many of those features that make the top contenders so popular with families. It weighs 16 pounds and has a tiny footprint when folded, but is not as compact as the G-Luxe. The Summer Infant 3D Lite is 2 lbs lighter than G-Luxe and folds down to less than a quarter of its size which makes it a great option for those looking for an ultra-light stroller that is easy to maneuver.

BabyZen Yoyo2

The BabyZen Yoyo2 is a pram that delivers what's on the Tin. It's user-friendly and light weight, and looks elegant. It's designed to fit into urban life, and if you would like to travel with it, it's ideal for that as well. It's a bit more expensive than the other options on this list but it's among the few that have a rain cover.

Five Frenchmen formed BabyZen in order to create a lightweight stroller that is suitable for urban living. The YOYO2 version is their most recent. The YOYO2 is a unique folding and unfolows. There is a huge storage basket and a cup holder for parents. The canopy features an open window with a fabric-covered peekaboo and a pocket with a zipper to store smaller items.

This stroller, like the UPPAbaby G-Luxe can be used on smooth surfaces, but can get stuck in cracks when we test it on rough terrain. The wheels are made of plastic and they vibrate more than average for our test group. It also has a longer carry strap than the majority of our test strollers so it's a bit more difficult to carry in the event of carrying a heavy bag or a sleeping baby.

The 3Dlite unfolds and folds down in only six seconds. The process is a few steps: raise the lever at the back of the stroller, release the latch, push down the latch on the right side and then push the handles downwards. Although these aren't the fastest or most slow fold and unfold times of any stroller they are still pretty quick. It also has significantly higher handle bars, which can be a problem for shorter people.

The Summer Infant 3D Lite has a major drawback: it doesn't have a sunshade. It has a huge canopy, but it does not provide much protection for your child when walking with them in the sun. It does have an adjustable sun visor that does offer some protection when fully open, but it does not cover your baby's head completely.

Zoe Traveler

The Zoe Traveler is the perfect stroller for those looking for lightweight, compact strollers. This little stroller is not only lightweight, but it also folds down to the size of a carry-on suitcase! This is a major plus in our book. It also includes an umbrella for the sun and a parent console, as well as a variety of extras including a travel backpack/storage, cross-body or single shoulder straps, a children's snack tray, and an umbrella for the weather.

Zoe was founded by a couple and is a firm that believes in creating products for parents that are as beneficial as they can be as their children develop. This is evident in their range of strollers, which range of umbrellas ranging from a basic model to an expandable twin double with reclined seats. The strollers they offer for travel are one of the best models available, and offer the most bang for your buck.

We tested the Zoe Traveler to see how it stacks up against the competitors in terms of ease of use and usability. We considered several factors that include folding and unfolding storage and maneuverability, and safety. We found that this foldable stroller is easy to fold and unfold, although it takes some effort using one hand. It's also not as smooth a ride like some of the other models. It's not a good choice for parents who are taller as the handlebars only reach about 40 inches, which can be uncomfortable during long trips.

Storage is essential in a stroller, particularly when you're traveling. This factor accounts for 25 percent of the overall score. The Zoe Traveler scored 7 out of 10. A small bin can be found in the back seat. It can fit diaper bags, and perhaps coat or jacket. But it's not likely to hold a full day's worth.

The seats in the Zoe Traveler are comfortable but not the biggest in our test group. The seats have average padding and two recline settings. One hand is needed to adjust the recline, but two hands are needed to get it back straight.