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Best Strollers for New Parents

Full-size, lightweight, and jogging strollers reviewed for real life.

Spec	#1UPPAbaby VISTA V2 4.9	#2Nuna MIXX Next 4.8	#3Doona Infant Car Seat & Stroller 4.7	#4Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 4.6	#5Graco Modes Nest DLX Travel System 4.5
Best Price	$999.99	$649.95	$550.00	$299.99	$369.99
Weight	26.6 lbs	28.7 lbs	16.5 lbs (stroller mode)	22.7 lbs	27.6 lbs
Age Range	Birth–50 lbs	Birth–50 lbs	4–35 lbs	Birth–65 lbs	Birth–50 lbs
Fold Type	One-hand fold	One-hand fold	Transforms to car seat	One-hand quick fold	One-hand quick fold
Recline Positions	Multiple + bassinet	Multiple recline	Fixed recline	Near-flat recline	3 riding modes
Canopy	UPF 50+ extendable	UPF 50+ extendable	UPF 50+ canopy	UV 50+ w/ peek-a-boo window	Extendable canopy
Storage Basket	Extra-large, easy access	Large with zip access	Small under-seat bag	Large underseat	Extra-large basket

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Top Pick

UPPAbaby VISTA V2

4.9

The gold standard of full-size strollers. The VISTA V2 handles like a dream, expands to accommodate twins or a second child, and the included bassinet is approved for overnight sleep — a rare and genuinely valuable feature.

Pros

✓Bassinet approved for overnight sleep
✓Expands to double configuration
✓One-hand fold
✓Premium build quality

Cons

✗Premium price point (~$1,000)
✗Heavy at 26 lbs

Weight

26.6 lbs

Age Range

Birth–50 lbs

Fold Type

One-hand fold

Recline Positions

Multiple + bassinet

Canopy

UPF 50+ extendable

Storage Basket

Extra-large, easy access

Runner Up

Nuna MIXX Next

4.8

A premium compact stroller that doesn't compromise on features. The MIXX Next has a buttery-smooth ride, one-hand recline, and a no-rethread harness. It's the stroller for parents who want luxury in a slightly smaller footprint.

Pros

✓Buttery-smooth ride quality
✓One-hand recline
✓Ring adapter for infant seat
✓Merino wool insert included

Cons

✗Expensive for a single stroller
✗Slightly narrow seat for older toddlers

Weight

28.7 lbs

Age Range

Birth–50 lbs

Fold Type

One-hand fold

Recline Positions

Multiple recline

Canopy

UPF 50+ extendable

Storage Basket

Large with zip access

Great Value

Doona Infant Car Seat & Stroller

4.7

The ultimate urban parent hack. The Doona transforms from car seat to stroller in seconds — no adapter, no separate frame. It's a game-changer for city parents who use rideshares or have limited trunk space.

Pros

✓Car seat and stroller in one
✓Transforms in seconds
✓FAA approved for flights
✓Compact fold

Cons

✗Only works up to 35 lbs
✗Not a great stroller for long walks
✗Pricey for an infant-only solution

Weight

16.5 lbs (stroller mode)

Age Range

4–35 lbs

Fold Type

Transforms to car seat

Recline Positions

Fixed recline

Canopy

UPF 50+ canopy

Storage Basket

Small under-seat bag

Baby Jogger City Mini GT2

4.6

The everyday stroller workhorse. The City Mini GT2 hits the sweet spot of portability, features, and price. The one-hand fold is legendary, and all-terrain tires handle sidewalks, parks, and light trails with ease.

Pros

✓Legendary one-hand fold
✓All-terrain tires
✓Adjustable handlebar
✓Great price-to-feature ratio

Cons

✗No included bassinet option
✗Basket access limited when reclined

Weight

22.7 lbs

Age Range

Birth–65 lbs

Fold Type

One-hand quick fold

Recline Positions

Near-flat recline

Canopy

UV 50+ w/ peek-a-boo window

Storage Basket

Large underseat

Graco Modes Nest DLX Travel System

4.5

Best bang for your buck in the full-featured stroller category. The Modes Nest DLX comes with a SnugRide infant car seat, has three riding modes, and a height-adjustable seat — all for under $400.