{"id":29595,"date":"2025-11-08T15:17:49","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T22:17:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/?p=29595"},"modified":"2025-11-08T15:21:56","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T22:21:56","slug":"best-travel-strollers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/best-travel-strollers\/","title":{"rendered":"The best travel strollers of 2025: Real parents picked a clear winner\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>We put some of the best travel strollers to the test: the Joolz Aer+, UppaBABY MINU 3, Bugaboo Butterfly, YOYO2, GB Pockit, the Colugo Compact Stroller+, and Baby Jogger City Tour<\/strong> <strong>2<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two kinds of travel stroller reviews: the ones written by someone who skimmed the product manual and maybe pushed the stroller across their living room\u2014and the ones written by parents who\u2019ve sprinted to a departure gate with a baby strapped to their chest and a preschooler yelling that they dropped their donut. Guess which one this is?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"785\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/labeled-picture-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29656\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain;width:785px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/labeled-picture-2.jpg 785w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/labeled-picture-2-460x600.jpg 460w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/labeled-picture-2-768x1002.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/labeled-picture-2-600x783.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 785px) 100vw, 785px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kristan cruising through the airport with the YOYO2 and her socks\/slides combo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At Fathercraft, we don&#8217;t mess around. We (Mark, toddler dad, and Kristan, bay and toddler mom) tested six of the best travel strollers in the wild\u2014real-world conditions, real kids, and real travel chaos. In this article, we&#8217;ll break down what actually matters when choosing a compact stroller (and what doesn&#8217;t) when you&#8217;re trying to survive a trip with tiny humans in tow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We put these six strollers through their paces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#joolzmvp\"><strong>Joolz Aer+<\/strong> ($449)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#uppababyminu\"><strong>UPPAbaby MINU V3<\/strong> ($549)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#bugaboobutterfly\"><strong>Bugaboo Butterfly<\/strong> ($399-$479)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#babyzenyoyo\"><strong>Babyzen YOYO2<\/strong> ($449)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#gbpockit\"><strong>GB Pockit All-Terrain<\/strong> (~$270)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#joggercity\"><strong>Baby Jogger City Tour 2<\/strong> (~$260)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#colugo\"><strong>Colugo Compact<\/strong> <strong>Stroller+<\/strong> (~$249)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Heads up: Fathercraft is reader supported, meaning, at no cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase. Details in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/disclosures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2475\">our policies<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our travel stroller testing process<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We didn\u2019t just wheel these things around the driveway. This was real-world, real-parent testing in the chaos that is family travel. Mark\u2014dad to a 20-month-old son\u2014ran these strollers through solo airport missions, neighborhood walks, and daily errands, often while juggling a diaper bag and the squirmy toddler. Kristan\u2014mom to a 3-year-old and a 7-month-old\u2014tested the gear in full family-travel mode, including vacationing with two kids, a <a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/a-colugo-baby-carrier-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2476\">baby carrier<\/a>, and a coffee run that became a full-body workout (more on that later).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Looking for our favorite full-sized strollers? <a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/best-strollers\" data-lasso-id=\"2477\">Read about our top 2025 picks here. <\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Between the two of us, we folded and unfolded these strollers dozens of times, navigated TSA lines, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2478\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\">fit them into overhead bins<\/a>, and saw how they held up when pushed one-handed across gravel while balancing a drink carrier. We tested for what actually matters to make travel easier: ease of folding on the go, maneuverability, comfort for both baby and parent, and how much stress each stroller saved\u2014or created\u2014when it counted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is a travel stroller worth it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking at these prices, you might be asking yourself if a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2479\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\">travel stroller<\/a> is worth it at all? Can I just use my full-size stroller for travel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re traveling with small kids (4ish or under), the answer is a resounding yes. You&#8217;re going to need to move your kids around, just like you do at home, but your <a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/mockingbird-stroller-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2480\">full-sized Mockingbird setup <\/a>isn&#8217;t going to fit on a plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also be asking yourself if you can skip this review and get the $20 umbrella stroller at Costco. Kristan owns that stroller and has vacationed with it&#8230; and she wouldn&#8217;t do it again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is how much luggage we (Kristan + my husband, Tim) brought with us when we were traveling with ONE kid. And we were packing light. It would have been <em>really <\/em>nice if that stroller would have folded up into a tiny square with a strap.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/luggage-with-old-stroller-450x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29664\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/luggage-with-old-stroller-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/luggage-with-old-stroller-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/luggage-with-old-stroller-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/luggage-with-old-stroller-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/luggage-with-old-stroller.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is 6&#8217;0&#8243; Tim trying to push that stroller. He ditched two things after this vacation: that stroller&#8230; and the beard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tim-in-airport--768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29672\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tim-in-airport--768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tim-in-airport--450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tim-in-airport--1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tim-in-airport--600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Tim-in-airport-.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">#throwback<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The best travel strollers, reviewed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing a stroller for travel, here&#8217;s what to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is it lightweight and compact? Strollers that fit in overhead bins are really convenient\u2014you&#8217;ll benefit from it in the airport. Plus, it won&#8217;t get banged up during the checked baggage journey. Weight matters too&#8230;at some point you will end up carrying this thing on your trip, and a your back will thank you for choosing a lightweight travel stroller.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How the stroller folds&#8230; and in particular, can you fold it one-handed?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The more you check these boxes, the more you can enhance your travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2481\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\">Joolz Aer+<\/a><\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UPPAbaby-Stroller-Lightweight-One-Hand-Compatible\/dp\/B0DWPBBQ6Q?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=4ffe4fcce3b4c2ffd014a63fe378841f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2482\" data-lasso-name=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3 Travel Stroller | Lightweight + Compact Design | One-Hand Fold + Unfold | from Birth + Overhead Compatible | Savannah (Pearl Gray M\u00e9lange\/Carbon Frame\/Chestnut Leather)\">UPPAbaby MINU V3<\/a><\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bugaboo-Butterfly-Ultra-Compact-Stroller-Lightweight\/dp\/B0B1QS7SNC?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;s=baby-products&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=576e55e5c8e84f915da647cfce79ddfb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2483\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly - 1 Second Fold Ultra-Compact Stroller - Lightweight &amp; Compact - Great for Travel (Stormy Blue)\">Bugaboo Butterfly<\/a><\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Babyzen-YOYO2-Stroller-Black-Canopy\/dp\/B0857159B3?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=92138285a505cdedd2766e2d92f4a3cc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2484\" data-lasso-name=\"Babyzen YOYO2 Stroller - Black Frame with Aqua Seat &amp; Canopy\">Babyzen YOYO2<\/a><\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pockit-Terrain-Velvet-Black-Compact\/dp\/B07S3XDZDV?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=d1811b357572314f86f69c0919edbe1f\" data-lasso-id=\"2485\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-name=\"gb Pockit Air All Terrain Ultra Compact Lightweight Travel Stroller with Breathable Fabric in Velvet Black\">GB Pockit<\/a><\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Baby-Jogger-City-Single-Stroller\/dp\/B07NZPT3TR?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;s=baby-products&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=973ce1b710ad0d271cab4d33cffee0c4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2486\" data-lasso-name=\"Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Ultra-Compact Carry-On Approved Travel Stroller in Pitch Black Lightweight Easy Fold Ideal for Traveling and Everyday Adventures\">City Tour 2<\/a><\/th><th><a data-lasso-id=\"2487\" data-lasso-name=\"Tkqlhce\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-8913155-15866843?sid=march2020newsletter&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcolugo.com%2Fproducts%2Fthe-compact-stroller-olive%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoruFx9jNbCZU6wQKAFvwSBYgrNqdYDCvUhbf2ycEvnrgVsp31aP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Colugo Compact+<\/a><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><td>~$499<\/td><td>~$499<\/td><td>~$399<\/td><td>$449<\/td><td>~$270<\/td><td>~$359<\/td><td>~$249<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td>~13 lbs<\/td><td>16.7 lbs<\/td><td>~16.1 lbs<\/td><td>14 lbs<\/td><td>~10.5 lbs<\/td><td>~14 lbs<\/td><td>~16 lbs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>One-Hand Fold<\/strong><\/td><td>\ud83c\udf1f\ud83c\udf1f<\/td><td>\ud83c\udf1f<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\ud83c\udf1f<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smooth Ride<\/strong><\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83c\udf1f<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\ud83c\udf1f<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Carry-On?<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Fits under seat<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Storage<\/strong><\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Harness<\/strong><\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4e<\/td><td>\ud83d\udc4d<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"joolzmvp\"><strong>Joolz Aer+: The MVP<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re the kind of parent who wants their gear to <em>just work<\/em>\u2014without a manual, without a meltdown, and preferably with a latte in the other hand\u2014the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2488\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\">Joolz Aer+ <\/a>is your dream machine. This stroller was hands-down the favorite in our testing, thanks to a folding mechanism so smooth it borders on magic. It&#8217;s a true lightweight stroller, compact, and built with the kind of no-nonsense precision you want when navigating an airport solo. As Mark put it, \u201cI could shut this thing down with a baby in one arm and a coffee in the other.\u201d It\u2019s not cheap, and the storage space is minimal, but for ease, reliability, and daily use? This thing takes the cake for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2489\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\"><em>the best <\/em>travel stroller<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best for:&nbsp;<\/strong>solo air travel, urban explorers, anyone who values smooth operation above all else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we loved: <\/strong>One-handed fold so smooth it feels like magic. Tight construction. Small footprint makes it a true compact travel stroller (and fits in the overhead bin). Just works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u201cHoly crap\u201d moment: <\/strong>\u201cI could shut this thing down with a baby in one arm and a coffee in the other.\u201d &#8211; Mark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Modest storage basket. Premium price.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-30473-2576\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-cutter lasso-url-amzn-joolz-aer-lightweight-compact-travel-stroller-portable-one-hand-fold-design-ergonomic-seat-for-infant-toddler-up-to-50-lb-xxl-sun-hood-stroller-for-airplane-travel-pouch-ston \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tOverall Winner\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30473\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\" title=\"Joolz AER+\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lasso-image-no-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41KReZq2kLL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Joolz AER+\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30473\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\" title=\"Joolz AER+\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tJoolz AER+\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"lasso-amazon-prime\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>True one-handed fold, smooth ride, and just works.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30473\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\" title=\"Joolz AER+\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tShop on Amazon\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-2\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.potterybarnkids.com\/products\/joolz-aer-plus-travel-stroller\/\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30473\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\" title=\"Joolz AER+\" data-lasso-button=\"2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\tShop  on PBK\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"uppababyminu\"><strong>UPPAbaby MINU V3: The Cadillac <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UPPAbaby-Stroller-Lightweight-One-Hand-Compatible\/dp\/B0DWPBBQ6Q?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=4ffe4fcce3b4c2ffd014a63fe378841f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2492\" data-lasso-name=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3 Travel Stroller | Lightweight + Compact Design | One-Hand Fold + Unfold | from Birth + Overhead Compatible | Savannah (Pearl Gray M\u00e9lange\/Carbon Frame\/Chestnut Leather)\">UPPAbaby MINU V3<\/a> is practically neck and neck with the Joolz. Of the travel strollers we tested, it&#8217;s the one that oozes quality, from the plush seat fabric to the leather-wrapped handlebar, and pushes like a dream. Mark compared the experience to \u201cdriving a Cadillac.&#8221; It\u2019s solid, stable, and feels premium in every way. The harness is secure and familiar if you\u2019ve used UPPAbaby\u2019s full-size models, and the fold is easy (though not <em>quite <\/em>Joolz-easy). The downside? It\u2019s heavier and more expensive than its rivals. But if comfort, craftsmanship, and a brand name you can trust are your top priorities, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UPPAbaby-Stroller-Lightweight-One-Hand-Compatible\/dp\/B0DWPBBQ6Q?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=4ffe4fcce3b4c2ffd014a63fe378841f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2493\" data-lasso-name=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3 Travel Stroller | Lightweight + Compact Design | One-Hand Fold + Unfold | from Birth + Overhead Compatible | Savannah (Pearl Gray M\u00e9lange\/Carbon Frame\/Chestnut Leather)\">MINU V3<\/a> delivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/joolz-vs-uppababy-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29660\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/joolz-vs-uppababy-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/joolz-vs-uppababy-450x600.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/joolz-vs-uppababy-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/joolz-vs-uppababy-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/joolz-vs-uppababy.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Joolz Aer+ (left) vs. UPPAbaby MINU 3 (right)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Parents who value premium materials and don&#8217;t mind a slightly larger frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we loved:<\/strong> Most solid in-hand feel. Leather-wrapped handlebar. Great harness system. Quality everywhere. Comes with a travel bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&#8220;Holy crap&#8221; moment:<\/strong> \u201cEverything about this just feels nice\u2014like driving a Cadillac.\u201d &#8211; Mark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Carry strap is weird. Said travel bag is huge and awkward. A little heavy. 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It looks good, it works well.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UPPAbaby-Stroller-Lightweight-One-Hand-Compatible\/dp\/B0DWNMXKXF?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=8d4bc4ee4368f4944a805e40a73f1576\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30832\" data-lasso-name=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3\" title=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tShop on Amazon\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-2\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.potterybarnkids.com\/products\/uppababy-minu-v3-stroller\/\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30832\" data-lasso-name=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3\" title=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3\" data-lasso-button=\"2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\tShop on PBK\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t03\/10\/2026 04:02 am GMT <i class=\"lasso-amazon-info\" data-tooltip=\"Price and availability are accurate as of the date and time indicated and are subject to change.\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bugaboobutterfly\"><strong>Bugaboo Butterfly: The Almost<\/strong>&#8211;<strong>Winner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bugaboo-Butterfly-Ultra-Compact-Stroller-Lightweight\/dp\/B0B1QS7SNC?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;s=baby-products&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=576e55e5c8e84f915da647cfce79ddfb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2496\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly - 1 Second Fold Ultra-Compact Stroller - Lightweight &amp; Compact - Great for Travel (Stormy Blue)\">Bugaboo Butterfly<\/a> sits comfortably in the upper tier of travel strollers\u2014just a smidge behind the Joolz and MINU. It\u2019s compact, well-built, and comes with thoughtful features like a roomy basket and a stellar canopy that actually blocks the sun (yes, it matters). It folds up small enough to fit in the overhead compartment, but finding the carry strap once it\u2019s folded is a mini scavenger hunt\u2014Mark gave up and just started carrying it by the frame. The brake system also left something to be desired, with Mark noting it was stiff and annoying to use. Still, it\u2019s a well-rounded, everyday-use contender for parents who value premium functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best for: <\/strong>Families looking for a sleek travel stroller that doubles as a daily driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What we loved:<\/strong> Great canopy. Solid construction. Spacious basket. Compact fold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Brake is stiff. Carry strap is buried. Slightly behind Joolz in folding finesse.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-30836-2578\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-cutter lasso-url-amzn-bugaboo-butterfly-1-second-fold-ultra-compact-stroller-lightweight-compact-great-for-travel-midnight-black \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tThe almost winner\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bugaboo-Butterfly-Ultra-Compact-Stroller-Lightweight\/dp\/B0B1QRC69X?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=611acb77554d9d307d9a274602bf2a89\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30836\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" title=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lasso-image-no-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31gpTzhiOtL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bugaboo-Butterfly-Ultra-Compact-Stroller-Lightweight\/dp\/B0B1QRC69X?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=611acb77554d9d307d9a274602bf2a89\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30836\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" title=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBugaboo Butterfly\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-price-value\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"discount-price\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"latest-price\">$384.30<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"lasso-amazon-prime\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Lots to love with a few quirks.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bugaboo-Butterfly-Ultra-Compact-Stroller-Lightweight\/dp\/B0B1QRC69X?tag=fathercraft-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=611acb77554d9d307d9a274602bf2a89\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30836\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" title=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tShop on Amazon\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-2\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bugaboo.com\/us-en\/strollers\/bugaboo-butterfly-2\/bugaboo-butterfly-2-travel-stroller-PM007648.html\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"30836\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" title=\"Bugaboo Butterfly\" data-lasso-button=\"2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\tShop on Bugaboo\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t03\/10\/2026 04:01 am GMT <i class=\"lasso-amazon-info\" data-tooltip=\"Price and availability are accurate as of the date and time indicated and are subject to change.\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"babyzenyoyo\"><strong>Babyzen YOYO2: The Smooth Operator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Babyzen-YOYO2-Stroller-Black-Canopy\/dp\/B0857159B3?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=92138285a505cdedd2766e2d92f4a3cc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2499\" data-lasso-name=\"Babyzen YOYO2 Stroller - Black Frame with Aqua Seat &amp; Canopy\">YOYO2<\/a> is the stroller equivalent of a city scooter\u2014slick, agile, and kind of expensive for what it is. It earns high marks for its maneuverability and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Babyzen-YOYO2-Stroller-Black-Canopy\/dp\/B0857159B3?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=92138285a505cdedd2766e2d92f4a3cc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2500\" data-lasso-name=\"Babyzen YOYO2 Stroller - Black Frame with Aqua Seat &amp; Canopy\">ultra-smooth one-handed steering<\/a>. Kristan pushed her three-year-old with one hand, while wearing a baby and balancing coffee in the other. That level of agility makes it great for urban parents who value portability and style. But the folding process? A nightmare. Kristan FaceTimed her husband in a coffee shop just to figure it out, but even together they were unsuccessful in getting it folded on the fly. The harness is frustrating, storage is minimal, and at nearly $500, you\u2019re paying for brand recognition (the YOYO is now officially a Stokke stroller) more than convenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Stokke typically does make great products. Check out our <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/stokke-tripp-trapp-high-chair-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2501\"><strong><em>Tripp Trapp high chair review here<\/em><\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-one-handed-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29667\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-one-handed-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-one-handed-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-one-handed-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-one-handed-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-one-handed.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mastering the one-handed push<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> One-handed steering lovers. Those interested in modular accessories (newborn kit, ride board).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What we loved:<\/strong> Rides like a dream. Extremely maneuverable. Compact. Carry-on compliant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8220;Holy crap&#8221; moment:<\/strong> \u201cI pushed my almost-4-year-old one-handed while balancing a coffee carrier and wearing a baby. This thing rocks.\u201d &#8211; Kristan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Folding is frustrating. Harness sucks. Pricey for what it offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-straps-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29666\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-straps-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-straps-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-straps-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-straps-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yoyo-straps.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shaded? Yes. Easily strapped in? No.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to buy: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Babyzen-YOYO2-Stroller-Black-Canopy\/dp\/B0857159B3?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=92138285a505cdedd2766e2d92f4a3cc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2502\" data-lasso-name=\"Babyzen YOYO2 Stroller - Black Frame with Aqua Seat &amp; Canopy\">Amazon<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gbpockit\"><strong>GB Pockit All-Terrain: The Tiny Marvel (that hurts to push)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your priority is ultra-compact size and nothing else, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pockit-Terrain-Velvet-Black-Compact\/dp\/B07S3XDZDV?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=d1811b357572314f86f69c0919edbe1f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2503\" data-lasso-name=\"gb Pockit Air All Terrain Ultra Compact Lightweight Travel Stroller with Breathable Fabric in Velvet Black\">GB Pockit <\/a>is&#8230;fine. It folds down small enough to fit under an airplane seat, making it a marvel of engineering\u2014but not one of comfort. The handlebar is a nightmare for tall users (Mark is 6\u20193\u201d and hated it), the harness system is weak, and the fold involves more steps than you&#8217;d expect. It\u2019s not intuitive or fun to use, but it\u2019s lightweight and good in a pinch. Think of it as your \u201cemergency stroller\u201d\u2014the one you keep at grandma\u2019s or in the trunk just in case. Just don\u2019t expect it to feel good to push.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Packing into a backpack or fitting under a plane seat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What we loved:<\/strong> It\u2019s impossibly small. Like, fits-under-the-seat small.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Two tiny handles. Terrible for tall people. Folding is multi-step and slow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8220;This drove me insane&#8221;:<\/strong> Handlebar ergonomics and the harness system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to buy? Honestly, don&#8217;t. But if you must, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pockit-Terrain-Velvet-Black-Compact\/dp\/B07S3XDZDV?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=d1811b357572314f86f69c0919edbe1f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2504\" data-lasso-name=\"gb Pockit Air All Terrain Ultra Compact Lightweight Travel Stroller with Breathable Fabric in Velvet Black\">Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"colugo\">Colugo Compact Stroller+: The best budget travel stroller<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve long been fans of The Colugo Compact. This stroller is for parents who want champagne on a white claw budget. And, in 2025, Colugo made some significant upgrades in the form of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-8913155-15866843?sid=march2020newsletter&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcolugo.com%2Fproducts%2Fthe-compact-stroller-plus%3Fcjdata%3DMXxOfDB8WXww%26cjevent%3D4b0d3414bcea11f081fd03510a82b832%26srsltid%3DAfmBOoruFx9jNbCZU6wQKAFvwSBYgrNqdYDCvUhbf2ycEvnrgVsp31aP%26utm_campaign%3Daffiliate%26utm_content%3Dcolugo.com%26utm_medium%3Daffiliate%26utm_source%3Dcj%26utm_term%3DFathercraft\" data-lasso-id=\"2574\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-name=\"Tkqlhce\">The Colugo Compact Stroller+<\/a>, which upgraded the fold, the harness, and the push bar.  Sure there are still a few tradeoffs but man is it a solid option. And, at literally $200 less than our best overall pick, it does warrant serious consideration. The Colugo will need two hands to fold, but its two-step fold action is smooth. It&#8217;s built sturdily and has a surprising number of well-thought-out features like an adjustable footrest and canopy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-8913155-15866843?sid=march2020newsletter&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcolugo.com%2Fproducts%2Fthe-compact-stroller-olive%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoruFx9jNbCZU6wQKAFvwSBYgrNqdYDCvUhbf2ycEvnrgVsp31aP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2506\" data-lasso-name=\"Tkqlhce\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Colugo-Compact-fold-demo-1024x659.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Colugo-Compact-fold-demo-1024x659.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Colugo-Compact-fold-demo-600x386.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Colugo-Compact-fold-demo-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Colugo-Compact-fold-demo.jpg 1522w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Two hands to fold? Yes. Still smooth and satisfying? Also yes.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Those who want quality and features&#8230; but not $500 quality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What we loved:<\/strong> Price. Sturdy build quality. Nearly flat recline. Features that punched above its price class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Bulkier and heavier than the Joulz Aer Plus. 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It\u2019s affordable and reclines nearly flat (which is rare in this group), but that\u2019s about where the praise ends. Mark was \u201cover it before he even used it,\u201d thanks to the awkward folding mechanism and cheap-feeling materials. It doesn\u2019t stand up on its own when folded, and the handlebar flops around like it\u2019s given up on life. It\u2019s an okay option as a backup for occasional use, especially if you want something inexpensive, but it lags behind the rest in nearly every way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/baby-jogger-unfolded-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29677\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:contain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/baby-jogger-unfolded-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/baby-jogger-unfolded-450x600.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/baby-jogger-unfolded-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/baby-jogger-unfolded-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/baby-jogger-unfolded.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Baby Jogger&#8230; best for stuffies<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Secondary stroller at grandma\u2019s house or for budget-conscious travelers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What we loved:<\/strong> Price. Nearly flat recline. Decent canopy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Downsides:<\/strong> Clunky fold. Cheap materials. Doesn\u2019t stand when folded. 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Canopy\">YOYO2<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tiny trunk or tight overhead space:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pockit-Terrain-Velvet-Black-Compact\/dp\/B07S3XDZDV?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=d1811b357572314f86f69c0919edbe1f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2515\" data-lasso-name=\"gb Pockit Air All Terrain Ultra Compact Lightweight Travel Stroller with Breathable Fabric in Velvet Black\">GB Pockit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Just need something that works (and works well):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bugaboo-Butterfly-Ultra-Compact-Stroller-Lightweight\/dp\/B0B1QS7SNC?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;s=baby-products&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=576e55e5c8e84f915da647cfce79ddfb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2516\" data-lasso-name=\"Bugaboo Butterfly - 1 Second Fold Ultra-Compact Stroller - Lightweight &amp; Compact - Great for Travel (Stormy Blue)\">Bugaboo Butterfly<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spare stroller for backup duty:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Baby-Jogger-City-Single-Stroller\/dp\/B07NZPT3TR?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;s=baby-products&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=973ce1b710ad0d271cab4d33cffee0c4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2517\" data-lasso-name=\"Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Ultra-Compact Carry-On Approved Travel Stroller in Pitch Black Lightweight Easy Fold Ideal for Traveling and Everyday Adventures\">City Tour 2<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final verdict: what&#8217;s the best lightweight, compact stroller for travel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re going to spend $400+ on a travel stroller, get the one that actually delivers on every front: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Joolz-Lightweight-Compact-Travel-Stroller\/dp\/B0CYQB3ST1?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=14fb437ac5d00175328d43c2dc4daef6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2518\" data-lasso-name=\"Joolz AER+\">Joolz Aer+<\/a><\/strong>. That one-handed fold isn&#8217;t just a gimmick\u2014it&#8217;s a sanity-saver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UPPAbaby-Stroller-Lightweight-One-Hand-Compatible\/dp\/B0DWPBBQ6Q?tag=fathercraft-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=4ffe4fcce3b4c2ffd014a63fe378841f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2519\" data-lasso-name=\"UPPAbaby Minu V3 Travel Stroller | Lightweight + Compact Design | One-Hand Fold + Unfold | from Birth + Overhead Compatible | Savannah (Pearl Gray M\u00e9lange\/Carbon Frame\/Chestnut Leather)\">UPPAbaby MINU V3<\/a> is a very close second. And if you&#8217;re more into modular upgrades or one-handed steering, you might find yourself leaning YOYO2 despite some frustrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, if you&#8217;re on a budget, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-8913155-15866843?sid=march2020newsletter&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcolugo.com%2Fproducts%2Fthe-compact-stroller-plus%3Fcjdata%3DMXxOfDB8WXww%26cjevent%3D4b0d3414bcea11f081fd03510a82b832%26srsltid%3DAfmBOoruFx9jNbCZU6wQKAFvwSBYgrNqdYDCvUhbf2ycEvnrgVsp31aP%26utm_campaign%3Daffiliate%26utm_content%3Dcolugo.com%26utm_medium%3Daffiliate%26utm_source%3Dcj%26utm_term%3DFathercraft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2575\" data-lasso-name=\"Dpbolvw\">the Colugo Compact Stroller+<\/a> is the way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bottom line: <strong>don\u2019t buy based on hype.<\/strong> Buy based on what actually matters when you&#8217;re juggling bags, boarding passes, and babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Travel stroller FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I use these strollers from birth?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some travel strollers can be used from birth, but most are better suited for babies around 6 months and up. Models like the Babyzen YOYO2 and UPPAbaby MINU offer optional newborn attachments or car seat adapters that make them newborn-friendly. That said, if you\u2019re traveling with a very young baby, wearing them in a carrier might still be your best move\u2014especially when navigating airports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are they compatible with car seats?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes\u2014many of the best travel strollers are car seat compatible, but it depends on the brand and adapter. The MINU, YOYO2, Joolz Aer+, and Bugaboo Butterfly all offer adapters that work with popular infant car seats. If car seat compatibility is a must for your travel setup, be sure to check the brand\u2019s compatibility chart before buying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can you bring a stroller through TSA or onto the plane?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes\u2014TSA allows you to bring a stroller through security, and most airlines allow you to either gate-check it or carry it onboard if it meets size requirements. In our experience, a quick fold matters most during airport security. Strollers like the Joolz Aer+ and Bugaboo Butterfly made the process smooth, while others like the YOYO2 required a full-on folding tutorial (and, in one case, a FaceTime call to a spouse).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do they work on rough terrain?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel strollers aren\u2019t built for trails or cobblestones, but some handle bumps better than others. The UPPAbaby MINU and YOYO2 were the best performers on uneven sidewalks or gravel. Just don\u2019t expect all-terrain wheels or suspension systems\u2014these are designed for portability, not off-roading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What accessories should I consider?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel stroller accessories to consider include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cup holders or snack trays<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel bags<\/strong> (some are included, some are sold separately)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ride-along boards<\/strong> (especially for the YOYO2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Car seat adapters<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rain covers and sunshades<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meet Fathercraft<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for more Fathercraft? Check out our list of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/baby-essential-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2520\">baby essentials<\/a>&nbsp;or our&nbsp;other<a href=\"https:\/\/fathercraft.com\/reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2521\"> product reviews.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s note: this list was originally published in May, 2025, but was updated in July, 2025 with information on the Colugo Compact. <\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We put some of the best travel strollers to the test: the Joolz Aer+, UppaBABY MINU 3, Bugaboo Butterfly, YOYO2, GB Pockit, the Colugo Compact Stroller+, and Baby Jogger City Tour 2 There are two kinds of travel stroller reviews: the ones written by someone who skimmed the product manual and maybe pushed the stroller [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":29660,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2004,2013],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-29595","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-baby-gear-and-kid-product-reviews","category-stroller-reviews"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>The best travel strollers of 2025: Real parents picked a clear winner\u00a0 - Fathercraft.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We tested the six best travel strollers and picked a winner. 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