Cheap Prams

It's all about your budget, your lifestyle and your child's needs if you decide to use the pram (or stroller). Think about how you will use it on a regular basis, and how much storage space you have at home and in your car.

Our baby gear expert loves the fact that this all-in-one deal includes an infant carrycot, a pushchair seat and a Stratus car seat (0-6m). It's also durable and looks attractive.

Cost

The prams on our list of the 10 top prams that are worth the money in Australia are well-priced and offer a lot of features for the price. For instance the ABC Design Salsa 4 is modern and stylish, with swivel front wheels and a reversible seat that lets you select the direction your baby faces. The large air-filled tyres as well as the integrated suspension deliver a smooth ride, even on rough terrain. It comes with a large shopping basket that can hold nappies and a pack of food items.

If you're looking for a pram that's both fashionable and comfortable, check out the Xplory X from Stokke. It's available in a range of muted colors, and its brushed cotton and quilted twill fabrics look elegant. The bassinet is curved, and appears more like a crib. It comes with a cushioned seat, chest pads, and an extra head pillow. It's not the cheapest pram around, but it does offer a lot of value with a luxurious, comfortable feel and plenty of extras such as a coffee cup holder as well as an extended sun canopy.

Another top option is the Mamas and Papas Ocarro, an adjustable pushchair that is suitable for babies and toddlers. The seats that are reversible and the fully-reclinable carrying cot, let you to alter the baby's position according to their mood. The hood can be adjusted to the foot for a comfortable snooze and full coverage. Its compact fold allows it to be easily moved and put away.

Some prams come with the car seat and carrycot, while others require that you purchase them separately. One exception is this fashionable and sturdy 'travel stroller system' from Baby Jogger that saves you time and money by including all the parts you require in one package. It comes with a lie-flat carrycot as well as a pushchair seat, and an Graco Isofix base - all you need to start.

The best prams for newborns are ones that let them lie flat, which increases oxygen saturation and supports the health of the spine and hip development. All the prams featured in this guide come with a fully reclined seat that can be used right from birth. Some of them can also convert into a double for twins or siblings.

Durability

A pram is a major investment for new parents. It's also one of those products that are often used. It's important to pick one that is able to handle everything from shiny flooring to bumpy cobblestones. Our testers looked at the newest offerings from market-leading brands and tested them on city streets and country walks as well as some off-roading to determine how they performed.

A well-designed pram will give your baby the comfort it needs. This is a secure harness and a soft seat cover. It should also be able recline in a variety of positions and have a good-sized shopping basket that can fit in groceries, your change bag, and a few essentials for your baby. It should also be easy to fold, so you can easily stow away in your car or take it on an airplane.

The babiie pram that passed all our tests is the iCandy Peach 7. This elegant stroller is exactly what you would expect from a top stroller. It's suitable from birth due to the carrycot that comes with it and can easily be converted into a twin pushchair when your child grows older. It is packed with lots of top features, including luxurious padding, a spacious basket and puncture-proof tires. It's also easy to maneuver due to its lightweight aluminium frame.

It's not cheap but, when you can afford it, it's a great buy. It's incredibly comfortable for your baby and, with three reclining settings, is great for naps at the go. It has a large sunshade, hood and is easy to clean. It can also be folded while the seat and bassinet are still attached, saving you space. Its ability to can handle all kinds of terrain means you'll be able to take your baby anywhere - from the city to the countryside, and everything between. The iCandy Peach 7 is definitely worth the price.

Simple to Use

A pram needs to be simple to use in order to keep you and your baby entertained while out on walks. It is essential to select one that is easy to fold and that you can easily get in and out of your car or onto public transport. It should also be a comfortable fit for your child and you.

A good pram must be able to completely recline into a lying position for infants (this is important because your baby's lungs may not be mature enough to cope in an upright seat). If you're planning on traveling a lot then look for a travel strollers system that has the car seat and footmuff included in the cost - this will save you time and money as opposed to purchasing each component separately.

You should also consider whether a stroller is compatible with a car seat or capsule. This will make it easier for you to transport your child to and from airports, and also during winter. If you don't plan to make use of these additional components then you might want to look at a pram that has a bassinet you can use from birth.

Last but not least, take a look at the size of your shopping basket. Do you have enough room to fit several bags of groceries into it? The best basket is a large, spacious one. Also, you should ensure that your pram isn't too heavy to lift in/out of the car boot and on or off public transport.

As a Digital Reviews Coordinator and Writer on the Immediate Media Parenting team, Chloe has a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology and is determined to help parents find products that will help their children thrive. She explores the market for the latest and best in family-friendly goods that range from sleep aids with high-tech technology to playpens. She has been a parenting reporter for fifteen years and has a wealth of information about everything from infant seats and maternity clothes. She is also a mother of three. Her tips for selecting the right pram are based on her personal experience as well as extensive research into the industry. She carefully selects products at various price points to be included in our buying guide, making sure there is something for all.

Style

A pram is among the most expensive purchases that parents make for their child, so it's important that it checks all the right boxes - can you effortlessly maneuver it through narrow shop aisles and do you handle cobblestones with ease? Think about the space you have in your home and car to store the pram as well whether it is easy to fold.

There's many things to consider when purchasing a pram, so it's important to take your time to find one that you like - you may be using it a few years from today. Choose a design that is timeless and a color that can be easily matched with other accessories like a changing bag and baby carrier.

There are plenty of stylish prams on the market that provide great value for price. Our experienced testers have put the latest models from the top brands to the test and found some real winners.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro premium pushchair is suitable from birth and comes with an advanced suspension system to conquer any terrain effortlessly. It's easy to put together and, while it's not the smallest pram available but it's compact enough to pass through doorways and narrow spaces. The hood can be lowered to nearly the floor, providing your child with a comfortable and secure place to nap or sun protection. Its puncture resistant tyres provide the smoothest ride possible and the chassis is strong and secure.