3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review

There are three-wheel strollers designed for anyone regardless of whether you're looking for a jogging stoller or a stroller that you can use on a daily basis. Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Writer and Managing Editor at Sentry, put these models to the test on both road surfaces and off-road ones. They also evaluated the seating comfort for children.

Stroller Features

The best strollers come with features that allow you to travel with your child a lot easier. Whether you're shopping for a brand new 3 wheeler pushchairs from birth-wheel or a 4-wheel stroller look for features that make life easier, such as a large storage basket as well as a tray for the parent with cup holders, a movable canopy and much more. The trick is determining which features are not negotiable for you and your family and which ones you can do without.

The BOB Gear Wayfinder, our top-rated jogging stroller, comes with a variety of useful features to keep moms as well as dads happy and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap helps keep the stroller from slipping away while you jog. The Wayfinder features the biggest sunshade of all the strollers we tested, and a clear window on the top lets children to look out when they're resting. Jenni's 3 wheel stroller lightweight-year-old son found the seat to have a comfortable padding, which meant bumps in the road didn't bother him.

This jogging stoller has a handbrake to help you maintain control on slippery surfaces. It can fold into a slim, compact package that takes up a small space in the trunk of your car. It is also possible to convert it into a travel system by purchasing an adapter. It also works with the best 3 wheel stroller Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet.

Solid tires are a must for strollers that are used on rough terrains. Although they don't offer the same level of comfort as air-filled or foam-filled tires, they're great for navigating potholes and bumps effortlessly.

The stroller folds down in just two easy steps. It locks when folded, and it's small enough to fit into most elevators. It's not as simple as our other four-wheel strollers, and the locking mechanism is somewhat difficult to understand. It requires pressing an icon on the front of the stroller, opening a flap that is located near the foot area, and lifting the handle. We'd like to see a more simple system that simply clicks into the position or opens when pulled.

Stroller Weight

The weight of the entire unit is a crucial aspect to consider. A heavier stroller is likely to be more stable than a stroller that is lighter and can provide superior performance in rough terrain. However, many parents discover that a lighter stroller is easier to maneuver and more suitable for use in everyday situations.

Another important aspect of a stroller is the size of its wheels and type. Some strollers, such as jogging strollers, have larger wheels that can offer a more comfortable experience for infants. The larger wheels can weigh more on the stroller, making it difficult to fold and transport, as well as store.

Some models in our collection come with air-filled wheels, which provide a comfortable, stable ride to your child even on rough terrain. Air-filled tires are prone to flattening, and you must replace them. If you plan to travel with your stroller a lot, we recommend that you select a model with solid wheels. These tires can be able to withstand contact with different surfaces more frequently and last longer.

Strollers that have swivel wheels on the front are ideal for safely navigating escalators and stairs. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most common accidents that occur due to strollers and are especially dangerous for infants. If you can't avoid the stairs or escalator with your stroller, we suggest using it only when your child is safely strapped into the seat and is close to you as you walk up or down.

Some strollers are sold as a complete travel system that includes the car seat and stroller are sold as a unit. These products are often more expensive and convenient than their standalone counterparts, and could not last in the long run. Additionally many parents regret buying a bundled product as it may not include all of the features they want or could turn out to not be compatible with their vehicle or child seat. If you plan to upgrade in the future, we recommend that you buy a stroller separate from the car seat or capsule.

Stroller Folding

The most compact 3 wheel strollers are easy to fold and to store. Some of them lock automatically when you open them. This feature is particularly beneficial for families who frequently use public transportation or take a car to go on a walk.

Three-wheeled strollers can be pushed effortlessly in tight spaces, like aisles of grocery stores or other areas that are crowded. A lot of them are equipped with suspension systems that provide a smoother ride. This is especially useful on bumpy sidewalks.

The Guava Roam is a compact stroller for jogging. The stroller is elegant and can be used as part of a travel system, with adapters for car seats to fit Nuna MaxiCosi, Cybex, and Nuna infant carseats as well as the Uppababy Bassinet. (Car seats and stroller boards are sold separately). The stroller has simple two-step fold, and can be locked once it is it is opened.

A similar stroller with a nice design is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. This stroller is a little more expensive than our top choices, but is worth it if you travel a lot or live in a city. The lightweight stroller can be folded down to a compact 20 x 17 x 7 inch size. It has five-point, non-rethread, cushioned harness. It can be used as a stroller for newborns and young toddlers with an adapter for infant car seats.

While the Babyzen comes with some nice features, like the spacious recline and the extra storage, some parents have been disappointed with its performance. The seat isn't completely flat when it's reclining, and there's no cup holders or a tray for snacks for children. The brakes are a bit difficult to engage and the handlebar's height is too high for many mothers who are short.

The Graco Fastaction is another stroller that's designed to be as light as it can without sacrificing the comfort or convenience. It comes with a long list of amazing features like a huge basket and a one-handed fold. The only issue with this stroller is that the brakes are difficult to engage, and they don't lock when the stroller has been folded.

Stroller Safety

A stroller's safety features will assist in keeping your child safe during use. The top-scoring strollers we've reviewed come with a five-point safety harness with adjustable and padding straps for crotch. This allows for a custom fit. Others come with a cushioned seat cushion to shield your child's head in the event that they fall from the seat or roll off. Some strollers have safety brakes that lock two wheels, which is especially important for jogging strollers because it prevents them from slipping when they're going up and down escalators or stairs, which can be particularly dangerous for children.

In our tests, strollers' maneuverability was rated in three different ways. We evaluated it based on the capability to turn and bounce when bumps and dips occur, its ease of use with a child loaded, and its ability to traverse rough terrain. We also assessed the ease of opening and closing the safety harness folding and unfolding the stroller, adjusting the height of its backrest and handlebar and operating the brakes as being able to attach and remove car seats (if appropriate).

We found that strollers with 3 wheeled strollers wheels were more maneuverable however the advantages diminished as baby weight increased. We recommend choosing the model that has hand brakes. It will allow you to slow down or stop without putting in the same effort as your body alone. However, the majority of best-scoring swivel wheel strollers don't have this option and only one of our top fixed-wheel models comes with it.

You should also consider how often you'll need to utilize your stroller to go up and down escalators or stairs and if it is safe to do this. Stairs and elevators are more hazardous because they have moving mechanical components which make it difficult to control your stroller. We recommend looking for alternatives to these obstacles, such as an elevator, if you have one or have a person else carry the stroller up or down with you. Some of the top-scoring strollers can be carried up a set of stairs or a set with the safety brake engaged. It's always safer to be safe rather than regretting.