How to Buy a Pushchair Cheap

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

1. Ergobaby Compact Folds

The Ergobaby Metro+ is a premium stroller that's designed to fit in with urban life, allowing you to get on and off public transport in a snap and navigate busy streets and shopping malls. It's also perfect for traveling, since it's lightweight and compact enough to fit into the overhead compartment of planes. It's easy to fold and put up.

Metro+, unlike some of the other Gender-Neutral Pushchairs for kids we have reviewed it is suitable for babies from birth. This is thanks to its nearly flat recline, and the hidden nest flaps for newborns that transform it into a bassinet. It can be used up to 22kg (compared to the previous version that was just 6 months old and 18kg).

The compact folding system is what makes this lightweight Kinderkraft MOOV Pram 3 in 1 Set - Black stand out. The Metro+ can be folded into a flat, neat package with just a couple of clicks. It's small enough to fit in the overhead compartment on a plane.

It's a little heavier than some other models that are compact, but the Metro+ is sturdier and feels of a higher quality overall. It comes with a range of accessories, including a vibrant canopy and travel bags, as well as footmuffs.

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

2. Mamas & Papas Airo

There are a variety of aspects to take into consideration when searching for a cheap pushchair. You may require an ultra-compact pushchair that can fit in the trunk of your car, or a travel-friendly model for those who are always traveling. You might also require an infant stroller that is easy to manoeuvre around sharp corners, or one that can handle rough terrain. You may also require a model compatible with a car seat for your child.

With all these options to consider, it can be a challenging task to choose the ideal pushchair for your family. This is why we've created this guide to help you select the best one for your budget, lifestyle and needs.

We've provided reviews from parents who have tested and tried a variety pushchairs in order to give you the best pushchair value for your money. You can see how each one handles and how comfortable the seats are.

The Mamas and Papas Airo pushchair is a great option if you are looking for a cheap, lightweight pushchair that is ideal for travel. It is the brand's smallest pushchair, and designed to make traveling with your baby as easy as you can. It's extremely compact and easily fits into overhead storage compartments in trains and planes. It can also be worn as a back pack to help you carry it through crowded city streets. This pushchair for travel is suitable from birth and is available in black and grey marl, grapefruit, mint and an exclusive rose gold dusk.

3. Baby Jogger Forever Air

This pushchair is ideal for parents who love long, country walks. It has some great features such as a genuine one-hand fold/unfold and all-wheel suspension. The large UV 50 canopy comes with two large windows that peek out and is easy to clean. It's ideal to keep babies safe. The seat can be adjusted for the best comfort by reclining to a near-flat position and adjustable calf support. It's easy to access the underside basket, but it would be more convenient if the opening was larger. It has a hand-operated parking break as well as an adjustable handlebar. You can also make an entire travel system using Baby Jogger adapters.

This is the most recent version of what was once known as the City Mini GT Double and is designed to offer unbeatable agility on any terrain due to "forever air" rubber tires and all-wheel suspension. The GT2 is a little taller than its predecessor and one pound heavier, but it comes with some new features to will make up for this. This includes an adjustable footrest, magnetic peek-aboo windows, and the option to use it with a Baby Jogger car seat.

It's not a stroller for jogging, but it's great for power walking or a casual stroll around town. The compact, lightweight design makes it easy to put it in smaller vehicles or in your home. It can be transformed into a pram with the glider board, which is an option, or child tray. It also comes with various car seat adapters compatible with Graco/BOB, MaxiCosi, as well as Peg-Perego infant car seats. It's not as flexible as other models, but should you be looking for a durable stroller that is all-terrain it is a good choice.

4. Bugaboo Bee

The Bugaboo Bee is a buggy that is designed to attract attention. It's more expensive than a cheaper pushchair, such as the iCandy Raspberry (PS499 to buy) however the iconic New York taxi-style yellow colouring will make you stand out on busy city streets. This is a good thing from a fashion and practical perspective - Deliveroo cyclists are less likely to slash you, and your fellow riders will be able to spot you quickly when you meet them for coffee or shopping.

The latest version of the Bee is called the Bee5. While it looks largely similar to the original model, the company has made some significant functional improvements to this compact buggy. It's now easier to lift and transport due to a cleverly integrated self-stand, it has big wheels that can tackle trails off-road and also have more customizable options, including 11 seat fabrics, 6 sun hoods, and nobbles where you can slot in a cup holder (yay! ).

The Bee was easy to maneuver and steer for Mother & Baby testers. The absence of suspension was a concern for them. The car can handle rough roads well, however the absence of suspension is evident on more uneven surfaces. This could make your child feel uncomfortable.

The Bee's predecessor was a disaster because a few children outgrew the seat before age 2. The Bee's new Bee fixes this problem by providing an umbrella sunshade and a backrest that can be adjusted to accommodate babies up to age 4. It also has an articulating system that allows you to lift and turn the seat so your child can be facing you or the world.

5. Babyzen YOYO2

Since its introduction in 2012 the Babyzen YOYO has earned itself a reputation as the most lightweight stroller. It is ideal for those who live in cities, jet-setters and parents without lots of storage space, the YOYO2 stroller is easy to fold down and fits in an overhead cabin on a plane and has great manoeuvrability.

The YOYO2 is also designed to last and grows with your family. You can add a ride-along board to your child and buggy bags that attach onto the YOYO to free up extra storage. A parasol, footmuff and rain cover are also available.

One of the great things about the YOYO2 is the variety of colors available. There are nine colours to pick from with a variety of shades, including a muted taupe that appears like the Bugaboo Butterfly. The YOYO2 is suitable for use from birth, with the bassinet and the newborn pack that is 0+. It can be converted to a world facing pushchair after 6 months. You can also add the YOYO Connect chassis to turn it into a double buggy that expands with your family.

The wheels are made of a durable, waterproof fabric. Users of YOYO2 love the quality. The improved suspension provides the ride with more comfort, and the wheel is one of the most compact turn ratios in the market.