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3 Wheel Compact Stroller Review There are three-wheel strollers that fit all ages, whether you're looking for a jogging stroller or a stroller for all-purpose use for every day. The Managing Editor Sentry and Senior Review Writer Wendy Schmitz put these models through their paces on pavement and off-road surfaces as well as testing children's comfort in the seats. Stroller Features The best strollers offer features that make traveling with your baby more enjoyable. Look for features that simplify your life, such as a large bin for storage, a tray for parents with cups holders, adjustable canopy, and so on when you are shopping for a new stroller. It's crucial to decide what features are important to you and your family members and what you can live without. The BOB Gear Wayfinder, our top-rated jogging stroller, comes with plenty of convenient features that will keep moms and dads content and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap prevents the stroller from slipping away when you're jogging. The Wayfinder features the biggest sunshade of all the strollers we tested and a clear window at the top allows children to see out while they rest. Jenni's 3-year-old son found the seat to have a comfortable padding, so bumps in the road did not cause any discomfort for him. This jogging stoller features a handbrake to help you maintain control on slippery surfaces. It folds into a slim, compact package that will take up a small space in your trunk. You can also convert it to an e-travel system by purchasing an adapter. It is also compatible with the Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet. If you're planning on taking on rough terrain, tires are a must for strollers of all kinds. While they don't provide the same degree of comfort as air-filled or foam-filled tires, they're great to navigate potholes and bumps easily. The stroller folds up in just two steps. It locks when folded, and it's small enough to fit in most elevators. However it's not as easy to move around as our other strollers with four wheels, and the mechanism to lock it is a bit confusing. It involves clicking an icon on the front of the stroller, opening a flap that is located near the foot area, and lifting a handle. We'd rather have a simpler system that clicks in place or opens by pulling. Stroller Weight The overall weight is a crucial aspect to consider. A heavier stroller is more stable and can perform better on rough terrain. Many parents find a lighter stroller easier to maneuver and more suitable for day-to-day use. Another important feature of a stroller is the size of its wheels and the type. Certain strollers, such as those that run on jogging have wheels that are larger and will provide a more comfortable experience for infants. The larger wheels can add weight to the stroller and make it harder to fold, transport and store. Some models in our selection come with air-filled tires, which are designed to provide a comfortable and stable ride for your child, even on rough terrain. However, air-filled tires could easily become flat, which will need to be changed out. If you are planning to take your stroller with you often, we suggest that you select a model with solid wheels. They can endure 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 stairs or escalators 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 while using your stroller, we advise using it only if the child is safely strapped into the seat and hold them close to you as you walk up or down. Some strollers come as a travel system that includes both the car seat and the stroller. These products are often more expensive and commodious than their separate counterparts and could not last in the long run. In addition many parents regret purchasing a bundle product because it may not come with all the features they want or may turn out to not be compatible with their vehicle or child seat. If you want to upgrade your product in the future, we recommend that you buy a stroller separate from a capsule or car seat. Stroller Folding The best 3 wheel strollers with a compact size are easy to fold and to store. Some of them lock automatically when you open them. This feature can be particularly beneficial for families that frequently take public transportation or drive prior to going for a walks. Three-wheel strollers are designed to maneuver through tight spaces such as aisles in grocery stores and other crowded areas easily. Many are equipped with suspension systems for an easier ride. This is especially useful on bumpy sidewalks. The Guava Roam is a compact stroller for jogging. It's a stylish stroller that can be used as a travel system, with the matching car seat adapters for Nuna Maxi-Cosi and Cybex infant carseats and the bassinet Uppababy (car seats and stroller board sold separately). The stroller folds in two steps and locks into position once opened. Another stylish 3-wheel jogging stroller is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. It's a bit more expensive than some of our top picks, but it's worth the investment If you're a lover of travel or live in an urban area. This lightweight stroller folds down to a small size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and has a padded, adjustable five-point harness with no-rethread straps and an ample basket. It can also be used as a pram to carry newborns or toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter). While the Babyzen offers some great features, including the spacious recline and the extra storage, certain parents have been dissatisfied with its performance. The seat doesn't lie flat when it's reclining, and there aren't any cup holders or a tray to serve snacks to children. The brakes are a little difficult to engage and the handlebars are too high for some moms. The Graco Fastaction is another stroller that is designed to be as light as it can without sacrificing comfort or ease of use. It comes with a plethora of features, including a spacious basket and a fold that is one-handed. The only downside is that the brakes can be difficult to activate and don't remain locked when the stroller is folded. Stroller Safety The safety features of a stroller should assist in keeping your child safe during use. Some of the top-scoring strollers we've reviewed have a five-point safety harness that has adjustable and padding straps for crotch. This allows for a custom fit. Some strollers come with a padded cushion that protects your child's head if they roll off or fall out of their seat. Some strollers have a safety lock that secures both wheels. This is especially important for those who run, since it stops them from falling over when going up and down escalators or stairs. In our tests, we evaluated the strollers' maneuverability in three different ways: a stroller's ability to bounce and turn over dips and bumps, its ease of maneuvering when laden with a child and its capability to travel over rough surfaces. We also evaluated 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 well as attaching and removing car seats (if applicable). 3 wheel buggy found that some 3-wheel strollers are more easy to maneuver than four-wheel models However, this advantage decreases as your baby grows heavier. We recommend choosing a model with hand brakes. It will allow you to slow down or stop without having to exert the same amount of effort as your body on its own. However, many of the best-scoring swivel wheel strollers don't offer this feature, and only one of our top fixed-wheel models has it. It is also important to think about how often you will require to take your stroller up a set of stairs or an escalator, and if it's safe to do this while the stroller is in its position. Stairs and elevators can be more dangerous because they have moving mechanical parts that make it difficult to control your stroller. If you're able to choose to, we suggest using an elevator or having an adult assist you in carrying the stroller. Some of the best-scoring strollers are able to be carried up an escalator or a set of stairs. an escalator with their security brake engaged and locked but it's always safer to be sorry.