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Stroller, Buggy or Pram???

How to Choose the Right Stroller for Your Family

A stroller is one of the most important baby gear items that new parents need to purchase. With the numerous stroller, buggy and Pram options available to parents, choosing the right type for your family can be a challenging task. Today there is a different stroller, buggy and pram, type and model for every lifestyle and budget so the best way to begin your selection is to determine where and how often you plan to use your stroller.

The major factors that will determine the type of stroller, buggy or pram will be best suit your family include lifestyle, budget, safety, maneuverability, size, weight and durability.

We have come up with a quick and easy comparison chart, of what father's really care about when buying a Stroller.

  • Is it the right one for my kid?

  • Will it put my back out everytime I pull it in and out of the boot of the car?

  • Will it fit in the boot of my car?

  • Can I adjust the handle bar to suit my height?

  • Is there a seat for the other kid we have?

  • How much is this thing going to cost me!?

  • Will it make other fathers wish they had one just like mine, or will they point and laugh at me?!?!?!



STROLLER - BUGGY - PRAM


PRICE RATING
Note: The Prices are in US Dollars and are only an indication on the impact on your wallet, does not reflect the value or lack of value of the products, prices are a snap shot at the time of writing this article, and may not reflect the current state of cost of the product.

Under $50 - Cheap
$50 to $150 - Low
$150 to $300 - Medium
$300 to $600 - High
$600 to $1000 - Very High
$1000 and over - WHAT THE...!!!

STROLLER
Click on Image to Enlarge Name and Description Suitability Weight Folded Dimensions Height-Adjustable Handle Toddler Seat Option Price Rating Looks Good With Fathers
Bugaboo Bee is the most compact Bugaboo stroller, made for life on the fly 0+ months 7.5kgs /17lbs 12" x 17" x 35"
Yes
No
Very High
 Depends on colour, WARNING avaliable in pink!
Cosco Umbrella folds easily for great storage 6+ months light 29"
No
No
Cheap
 No Way! but this maybe the only thing that will fit in your sports car
Evenflo Aura has patented one-hand steering allows you to easily maneuver the stroller 0+ months 18kgs /40lbs NA
Yes
No
Low
 Comes with loads of extras to keep you entertained, and looks good too, WARNING avaliable in a theme called 'Pink Cuddle Bears'
Evenflo Xsport has taller handle height and the fabric console with two cup holders provides extra storage space for sippy cups 6+ months 4.4kgs /9.6lbs NA
No
No
Cheap
 Sporty enough for you in red?
Jeep Wrangler Twin a stroller for 2 little adventurers 6+ months 10kgs /22.75lbs 14.5" x 44" x 10"
No
No
Low
 Great look from Jeep, a twin stroller for made for fathers in mind
Maclaren Limited Four seat positions and front and rear wheel suspension help to ensure that your child has a smooth, comfortable ride in the Lacoste stroller. 0+ months 6.7kgs /14.8lbs 41" x 15.5" x 19"
No
No
Medium
 Very trendy looking stroller, especially with the Lacoste design
Mutsy Slider introduces a totally new mobility concept that offers compactness, low weight, and performance with a sophisticated, sporty look. 0+ months 13kgs /29lbs 28.3" x 25.6" x 13"
Yes
No
High
 For the urban high tech father, great looks to go with your iPhone
Quinny Zapp has an ultra lightweight, aluminum frame and dual front swivel wheels that make it extremely easy to maneuver with one hand 6+ months 6.4kgs /14lbs 27" x 11" x 13"
No
No
Medium
 Light, Easy and with style, take along shopping with you. WARNING avaliable in pink!
Steelcraft Holiday, Adjustable leg rest provides maximum comfort when using the stroller in the layback position 0+ months 7.5kgs /16.5lbs 43" x 15" x 13"
No
No
Low
 Easy stroller, with bubs in mind and doesn't look too bad for dad too
TriplePlay Sit'n Stroll Shoreline * Full Function Stroller * FAA Certified Flight Seat * Booster Seat for Dining * Whether traveling by plane, rail, car or taxi, this does it all. Just for travel use. 0+ months NA NA
No
No
Medium
 Travelling couldn't be easier, this will turn heads and have other fathers go "Now thats cool!"
BUGGY
Click on Image to Enlarge Name and Description Suitability Weight Folded Dimensions Height-Adjustable Handle Toddler Seat Option Price Rating Looks Good With Fathers
Jeep Liberty Gotta-Have features include the iBaby Sound System which lets you hook up your iPod or mp3 player for Music on the Move 0+ months 10kgs /22.75lbs 14.5" x 44" x 10"
Yes
No
Low
 Wouldn't had expected anything less from the makers of Jeep, a buggy for fathers
Mountain Buggy Urban Elite comes complete with a drink bottle holder, tire air pump, diaper bag with changing pad and extra seat cover 0+ months 10kgs /22lbs 29" x 43" x 12"
Yes
No
High
 Not only looks strong but is strong
Mountain Buggy Urban Standard Double is small enough to fit through a standard doorway while being large enough to provide a comfortable space for your children. 0+ months 16.4kgs /36lbs 29" x 43" x 12"
Yes
No
High
 Good strong buggy, made by a maker of reliable buggies
Mountain Buggy Urban Standard Triple is a versatile triple stroller that is great for parents who lead active lifestyles. 0+ months 20.5kgs /45lbs 42" x 42" x 13"
Yes
No
Very High
 Good strong buggy, made by a maker of reliable buggies, your going to need it if you have 3 kids!
Phil & Ted's Four In One Sports Buggy is a versatile all-terrain stroller 0+ months 9.5kgs /21lbs 36" x 23" x 11"
Yes
Yes
High
 For someone who wants only the best from their buggy, great if you plan on having more than 1 kid
Phil & Ted's Vibe a sleek urban style inline stroller that combines functionality and ergonomic comfort. 0+ months 10kgs /22lbs 29.9" x 22" x 8.6"
Yes
Yes
Very High
 One very nice buggy to pull out of the back of an X5 BMW
Quinny Buzz folds compactly and has an automatic unfolding mechanism 0+ months 12kgs /26.4lbs 26" x 12" x 33"
Yes
No
High
 Popular urban buggy, great looks easy use for the urban father
Schwinn Free Wheeler ST for fathers who can’t decide if they would rather a jogging buggy or a conventional buggy. 0+ months 13.4kgs /29.5 25.4" x 37.8" x 16"
Yes
No
Medium
 Great looking buggy, you'll look fit just standing next to it
Schwinn Free Wheeler Double for fathers wanting to take the twins out for a jog 0+ months 16.4kgs /36lbs 34" x 32" x 20.5"
Yes
No
High
 Great looking buggy, now get your running shoes on!
Steelcraft Strider, Removable reversible seat to allow for father facing baby or baby facing forward positions 0+ months 11.7kgs /25.7lbs 31" x 27" x 11"
Yes
No
High
 Good looking Buggy, comes in Slate or Red a Buggy with the father in mind
PRAM
Click on Image to Enlarge Name and Description Suitability Weight Folded Dimensions Height-Adjustable Handle Toddler Seat Option Price Rating Looks Good With Fathers
Bertini Trek Lightweight and innovative, an easy compact fold 0+ months 9.2kgs /20lbs 32" x 16" x 5.6"
Yes
No
Very High
 Good looking Pram, but really! fathers and prams are just not a good look
Bugaboo Cameleon the most fully loaded Bugaboo stroller. I put this under Prams 0+ months 9kgs /20lbs 9.4" x 20" x 33"
Yes
No
WHAT THE...!!!
 As a Pram no, comes in a range of colours, WARNING avalible in hot pink!
Mutsy Urban Rider This stroller's intelligent click mechanism allows you to easily switch from a pram to a stroller with a single movement. 0+ months 11.5kgs /25.4lbs 41" x 24.8" x 11.8"
Yes
No
High
 Luxurious style, would go well with an Audi
Silver Cross Balmoral Pram is the classic, hand-built baby carriage with an iconic design and luxurious quality. 0+ months NA NA
No
No
WHAT THE...!!!
 No Way! May look good with your Nanny, enjoy the country club golfing

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