Choosing the best travel stroller is important if your family likes to travel with little ones. Whether you are going through TSA, pushing a stroller though the airport while carrying luggage or trying to get your stroller into an airplane overhead bin, having a stroller that makes traveling easier is crucial. Fortunately in 2023, stroller technology has become so good that there are plenty of great options to choose from.
The best strollers have many (if not all) of these features:
- Lightweight and compact size – A lightweight stroller is easier to carry and maneuver, especially when traveling. A compact size also makes it easier to store and transport. Look for the folded dimensions when comparing stroller brands.
- Easy fold – A stroller that can be easily folded with one hand is convenient when you have a child in the other arm. An easy fold stroller is a must have feature when looking at umbrella strollers.
- Adequate storage space – A stroller with a storage basket or pockets can help you carry essentials like diapers, snacks, and extra clothes.
- Car seat compatibility – If you want to use a stroller as part of a travel system, it’s important to choose one that is compatible with your infant car seat.
- Sun canopy – A sun canopy can protect your child from the sun and wind while they are in the stroller. Look for one with SPF 50+ for optimimal sun protection.
- Cup holders – Having a cup holder can be useful for carrying drinks for you and your child.
- Padded seat – A padded seat can provide extra comfort for your child while they are in the stroller.
- Adjustable leg rest – An adjustable leg rest can help your child get comfortable and provide support for their legs.
- Smooth ride – A stroller with smooth-rolling wheels can provide a more comfortable ride for your child.
- Rain cover – A rain cover can protect your child from the elements when you’re out and about in inclement weather.
Which Travel Strollers Should You Consider?
We did our research and below is a list of the best travel strollers in 2023. They range in price and features, and there are many travel strollers you can choose from. Each one on this list are excellent and made list for 2023.
Jooz Aer Travel Stroller
PRICE: $449
WEIGHT: 13.4lbs
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 37.5 x 41.5 inches
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 21 x 17.7 x 8.5 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 50 lbs
The Joolz AER is a luxury, lightweight travel stroller designed for families who want a stroller that is incredibly easy to travel with. One of the best features? The easy one-second fold. Yes, it’s airplane compatible and lightweight, weighing in at just 13.4 lbs. It can support babies 6 months and over and up to 50 lbs. When folded up, it’s a very compact stroller, with a height of just 8.5 inches
As mentioned above, one of the standout features of the Joolz AER is its easy fold. It can be folded with just one hand, making it convenient for parents who need to hold their child with the other hand while trying to collapse this stroller. An important feature for any parent who wants to maintain their sanity.
In terms of storage, the Joolz AER has a large storage basket and several pockets for carrying essentials. It also has a shoulder strap for carrying the stroller when it’s folded, allowing you to keep your hands free so you can carry a diaper bag, luggage or anything else.
The Joolz AER has a padded seat and adjustable leg rest for comfort, as well as a sun canopy to protect your child from the sun. It also has a smooth ride, thanks to its large wheels and suspension system. Your child will be both safe and comfortable riding in this stroller, as Joolz AER includes a five-point safety harness, an extended seat back, and adjustable recline positions. It’s also offered in a variety of beautiful colors, including elegant blue, sage green, mighty green, ocean blue, delightful grey, lovely taupe and refined black.
Last but not least, the Joolz AER is backed by a lifetime warranty. This makes the Joolz AER one of the best travel strollers in 2023.
GB Pockit Air All-Terrain Stroller
PRICE: $199
WEIGHT: 10.4lbs
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 28 x 17.5 x 39.8 inches
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 11.8 x 7.1 x 13.8 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 55 lbs
At just 10.4 lbs., the Pockit Air All-Terrain stroller is the lightest stroller on our list. In addition to its light weight, this stroller also has an ultra-compact folding mechanism that allows for collapsing the stroller in just seconds. It folds easily and has no problem fitting in an airplane overhead compartment when collapsed. For those looking for an umbrella stroller, this is one to consider. When folded, this compact stroller measures just 12 inches x 7 inches x 20 inches.
The stroller’s double wheels allow for excellent handling when pushing the stroller on most any surface, including cobblestones! The fabric has great breathability. It is offered in velvet black or laguna blue colors.
While there are other strollers that offer more features and comfort, the Pockit Air Terrain stroller is one of the best all around value travel strollers in 2023.
Buggy Nano V3 from Mountain Buggy
PRICE: $219
WEIGHT: 13.2 lbs
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 22 x 19 x 9 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 44 lbs.
This ultra lightweight stroller is just 13 lbs and offers an easy, two-step compact fold. It collapses so small it looks like a small backpack when it’s put inside the included stroller bag.
The front wheels offer 360 degree swivel, making it very useful when pushing the stroller over uneven terrain. The seat reclines on this stroller, so it can be completely flat, which is important for sleeping babies. The mesh seat backs allow for excellent ventilation on warmer days, with an additional panel you can put up on colder ones when you don’t want air coming in. Mountain Buggy also offers a double stroller option if you need it. While not as luxurious as some of the other strollers on this list, and some of their design style is questionable in our opinion, it’s still one to consider if ultra-lightweight is what you are looking for.
Baby Jogger City Tour 2
PRICE: $250
WEIGHT: 14.3 lbs
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 16.9 x 6.8 x 21.6 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 45 lbs.
If you are looking for a compact and lightweight travel stroller, the Baby Jogger City Tour 2 is one you need to consider. While not the lightest stroller in our list, it’s one of the lightest ones, weighing in at just 14 pounds. FYI, despite the name, this stroller is not intended for jogging.
One of the most important features of the Baby Jogger City Tour 2 stroller is its easy fold, which this one definitely does. Additionally, when folded, the stroller has a very compact size, making it easy to store and transport. This is excellent for fitting in airplane overhead bins. This stroller is 85% smaller when folded up, compared to when unfolded.
In terms of storage, the Baby Jogger City Tour 2 stroller has a large storage basket and several pockets for carrying essentials.
The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 stroller has a padded seat and adjustable leg rest for comfort, as well as a UV 50+ sun canopy to protect your child from the sun. It’s also one of the only ultra-compact strollers with adjustable calf support for added comfort for your little one.
The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 stroller is compatible with infant car seats and has a car seat adapter included, making it a convenient travel system option. It also has a rain cover to protect your child from the elements.
This stroller includes a limited lifetime warranty on the frame and supports children up to 45 lbs.
Nuna TRVL Stroller
PRICE: $500-$525
WEIGHT: 13.60 lbs (without canopy and arm bar)
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 32.5 x 20.25 x 44 inches
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 24 x 20.25 x 11 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 50 lbs
The Nuna TRVL stroller is a high-quality travel stroller that makes our list of best travel strollers in 2023. It has a lightweight design, weighing just 13.6 pounds, and when collapsed can easily be carried with the arm bar. The Nuna TRVL stroller also includes a stroller travel bag if you want to keep your hands free while carrying this stroller.
Some of the key features include front and rear wheel suspension technology, which provides an incredibly smooth ride. The maneuverability of this stroller is excellent, allowing for one handed steering. The canopy also provides great protection (UPF 50+) and has windows to easily see your child. The Nuna TRVL stroller has a padded seat and adjustable leg rest for comfort, as well as a sun canopy to protect your child from the sun. It also has a smooth ride, thanks to its large wheels and suspension system.
You can choose from a variety of colors, including caviar (black), brushstroke dot, camel, hazelwood, lagoon and pine.
While it’s not the lowest priced option at around $500, it is still an excellent value and for most families, this is worth the money.
Overall, the Nuna TRVL stroller is a well-designed travel stroller that offers a combination of convenience, comfort, and storage for families on the go.
UPPAbaby Minu
PRICE: $450
WEIGHT: 16.9 lbs
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 35.5 x 20.3 x 41 inches
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 23 x 20.3 x 12 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 50 lbs.
The UPPAbaby Minu v2 stroller is a lightweight and compact travel stroller designed for families on the go. It features a one-handed, one-step fold, which of course is an excellent feature for any parent who has ever struggled collapsing a stroller! With a spring suspension and multi-position adjustable recline, this is a stroller you should consider in 2023.
As most of the strollers on this list, the UPPAbaby Minu v2 stroller is super easy to fold up. It can fit in an overhead compartment so that you don’t have to gate check your stroller. In terms of storage, the UPPAbaby Minu stroller has a large storage basket and several pockets for carrying essentials. It also has a shoulder strap for carrying the stroller when it’s folded.
The UPPAbaby Minu stroller has a padded seat and adjustable leg rest for comfort, as well as a sun canopy with UPF 50+ protection to shield your little one from the sun. It also has a smooth ride, thanks to its large wheels and shock absorbing all wheel suspension system. Other features include a 100% full grain leather handlebar and bumper bar, vented peekaboo window and large easy access basket that can carry up to 20 lbs.
Note, if you add adapters, this stroller is also works with the UPPAbaby Bassinet accessory and MESA Infant Car Seat. The UPPAbaby Minu weighs 16.9 lbs. While not the lightest on our list, it is still considered a lightweight stroller.
Kolcraft Cloud Plus
PRICE: $70
WEIGHT: 11.8 lbs
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 17.6 x 29.9 x 41.7 inches
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 18 x 12 x 34 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 50 lbs.
The Kolcraft Cloud Plus is a fantastic, lightweight travel stroller with a compact size and can easily fit into an overhead bin on an airplane. Weighing just 11.8 pounds, it is one of the lightest weight travel strollers available.
The Kolcraft Cloud Plus can be folded with just one hand, and what parent doesn’t want that in stroller?! Like many of the others on this list, when folded up, the stroller can easily fit into overhead bins when flying.
In terms of storage, the Kolcraft Cloud Plus stroller has a large storage basket and several pockets for carrying essentials. It also has a shoulder strap for carrying the stroller when it’s folded.
The Kolcraft Cloud Plus stroller has a padded seat and adjustable leg rest for comfort, as well as a sun canopy to protect your child from the sun. It also has a smooth ride, thanks to its large wheels and suspension system. Its three-tier extended canopy allows for maximum sun coverage while allowing you to see your child with the peek-a-boo window.
Overall, one of the best travel strollers you can buy in 2023.
Silver Cross Jet
PRICE: $450-$500
WEIGHT: 13.6 lbs
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 35.43 x 17.7 x 39.5 inches
FOLDED DIMENSIONS: 7.08 x 11.81 x 21.65 inches
WEIGHT LIMIT: 55 lbs.
The Silver Cross Jet 3 stroller is a lightweight and compact travel stroller that is an excellent choice for families who like to travel with their little ones. It has a lightweight design, weighing just 13 pounds.
One of the standout features of the Silver Cross Jet 3 stroller is its easy fold. It can be folded with just one hand, making it convenient for parents who need to hold their child with the other hand. When folded, the stroller has a compact size, making it easy to store and transport.
In terms of storage, the Silver Cross Jet 3 stroller has a large storage basket and several pockets for carrying essentials. It also has a shoulder strap for carrying the stroller when it’s folded.
The Silver Cross Jet 3 stroller has a padded seat and adjustable leg rest for comfort, as well as a sun canopy to protect your child from the sun. It also has a smooth ride, thanks to its large wheels and suspension system.
The Silver Cross Jet 3 stroller is compatible with Silver Cross infant car seats and has a car seat adapter included, making it a convenient travel system option. It also has a rain cover to protect your child from the elements.
What is the best travel stroller in 2023?
What stroller do you think is the best on this list? Guava? Summer Infant? Metro+? Mockingbird? Cybex strollers that work with a Cybex infant car seat? Let us know in the comments below.