If you’re jetting off on holiday and want a stroller you can take on the plane, the Cybex Libelle folds down to the size of a small carry-on suitcase. However, they tend to be lighter, more compact and a whole lot cheaper than travel systems, which can actually make them a more attractive option to parents once their baby is a bit older. If you're wanting an option with longevity, bear in mind you'll need a larger weight capacity as your child grows. We also spoke to buggy expert Emma Redding, founder and director of BuggyFit, who sees a huge range of buggies through her work and regularly fields questions about the right stroller for both parent and child.

You’ll appreciate the importance of the best travel strollers, if you’ve ever tried to cram a large pram into a car boot or stash a pushchair on a plane. He assessed each product on a variety of key criteria including safety and stability, assembly, day-to-day use, cleanliness, aesthetics and value for money. Make sure there are no gaps for little hands to get caught in and that any accessories, such as a cup holder, are out of reach. The seat does, however, have a lovely, cushioned leatherette bumper bar to give parents extra peace of mind.

I used to live in a third floor walk-up apartment, and fly long haul on my own with the baby fairly regularly and I honestly don’t think I could have managed without it! Genuine birth to toddler options are increasingly hitting the market though (complete with a full recline and parent-facing seat), aimed at parents looking for a compact travel solution as soon as their baby is born. Age: It sounds obvious, but it’s important to consider whether lightweight buggies are suitable for the age of your baby.

Your child may only be in a pushchair for a few short years, but if you have one that’s heavy and cumbersome, it can feel like an eternity. Many parents reach for a lightweight buggy when preparing to go on holiday so you may be looking for something that can fit inside the locker of a plane as hand luggage.The Libelle quickly folds and unfolds with buttons and locks that are white so you can easily identify which parts to press. This could have a huge impact on your comfort, which you may not realise until the damage to your back has been done. Lightweight buggies come into their own for trips around town (when your child decides to walk you can push them one-handed), for journeys on public transport and of course, on holiday… especially if you’re flying or hiring a small car. Parents often look to strollers when they're ready to move on from bulkier travel systems, seeking a less complicated solution for grandparents or something less fussy to take on holiday. Safe:With sturdy aluminum alloy, compact body and five-point seat harness,each stroller has been pressure tested to provide security for each baby.

The Cybex Mios straddles two pushchair categories as a fully-functioning travel system with the nimbleness and foldability of a lightweight pushchair.It has an ergonomic seat for better baby comfort, with wider front wheels and improved suspension providing the best ride yet. Solid options can be found on either end of the spectrum though, so a lot will come down to personal preference. Their light frames and simple folding mechanisms make them brilliant for the school run and taking on holiday as well. Even without adding a carrycot, the Mios offers a cosy fit for newborns with the leg support lifting to create an enclosed pram, similar to a carrycot.

Travel systems tend to be the go-to for parents of newborn babies because they're compatible with carrycots and baby car seats – the latter of which allows parents to transfer their baby from car to pushchair and vice versa with minimum hassle. Ickle Bubba’s Globe is designed for tiny travellers who like first class touches, like leatherette handles and an adjustable leg rest. After using for a period of time, be sure to add lubricant to the bearings of the four wheels to prevent the wheels from being damaged by force. The Reflex can be used from birth and comes with a padded seat cover and head support for young babies. Comfort: You’ll also want to consider the height of the handlebars, particularly if you’re tall or if the buggy will be shared by adults of varying heights.With an extendable handle and swivel wheels, the Dragonfly is a comfortable ride that steers well, although it does struggle going up kerbs. There are more lightweight and compact buggies than ever that are designed to make navigating customs (and most important Duty-Free) a breeze, while being easy to fold and stow in the hold, or even squeezed into the overhead lockers, without breaking into the sort of sweat you’d expect from an adventure holiday somewhere on the equator. She likes gripping onto the bumper bar when on the move, and the number of recline options on the seat means she always sits or lays comfortably.