How to Buy a Pushchair Cheap

Newborns must be able to lie flat in a pram for the first six months, so choose a frame that includes the carrycot or baby seat. These are often called travel systems and are easily detached or attached to the chassis. This allows you to remove your baby out of the car into the pushchair and not wake them up.

1. Ergobaby Compact Fold

The Ergobaby Metro+ stroller is a premium model that fits in with city life. It lets you easily navigate busy streets, shopping centres and public transport. It is also ideal for travelling, as it's lightweight and compact enough to fit into the overhead compartment of a plane. It's easy to fold and put up.

Metro+, unlike some of the other pushchairs with budget prices we have looked at, is suitable for babies from birth. This is thanks to its nearly flat recline and hidden nest flaps for babies that transform it into an infant bassinet. It can be used up to 22kg (compared to the previous version that was just 6 months old and 18kg).

What really sets this lightweight pram apart is its aesthetically pleasing folding pushchair system. The Metro+ can be folded into a neat, flat package with a couple of press of the button. It's compact enough to fit into the overhead compartment on planes.

It's a bit heavier than some other compact models, but the Metro+ is sturdier and has a better feel overall. It also comes with lots of great extras, like the sun canopy that is vibrant travel bags, footmuffs and support bars so you can personalise your stroller for the right appearance.

Metro+ may feel stiff at first when you open and close it. This is normal and will soften with time. You could also try spraying a tiny amount of silicone oil or WD-40 onto the joints to aid in loosening them up.

2. Mamas & Papas Airo

There are a lot of things to consider when looking for a budget-friendly pushchair stroller. It is possible that you require a pushchair that folds up compactly so it fits in the car boot, or you may require a egg pushchair with a travel feature that can meet your needs if you regularly find yourself dashing from one point to the next on public transport. You might also require an easy ride or one that can cope with rough terrain. You might also want a model compatible with a car seat for your child.

It can be a challenge to pick the right pushchair with so many options. This is why we've created this guide to help you select the right one for your budget, lifestyle and requirements.

We've gathered reviews from parents who have tested and tried various pushchairs to bring you the best pushchair that is affordable for your money. You'll be able to observe how well each pushchair handles, how comfortable the seats are and what other features they come with.

The Mamas and Papas Airo pushchair newborn is a great option when you're seeking a budget-friendly, lightweight pushchair that is ideal for travel. It's the lightest pushchair from the brand and was designed to make traveling with a baby as comfortable as is possible. It's super slim, easily fits into overhead storage compartments on aeroplanes and trains, and can be used as a backpack, making it easy to carry if you need to make your way through the city's streets. This travel-friendly pushchair is suitable for children from birth and comes in black gray marl, grapefruit, mint and an exclusive rose gold dusk.

3. Baby Jogger Forever Air

This pushchair is ideal for parents who love long country walks. It has many great features, including an all-wheel suspension and a one-handed fold/unfold. The huge UV 50 canopy comes with two large peekaboo windows and is easy to clean. It's perfect for keeping children safe. The seat can be adjusted for comfort, with a nearly flat reclining position and a calf support adjustable. The basket underneath is accessible, but it would be better if the opening were larger. It also comes with an adjustable handlebar, as well as a hand-operated parking brake and you can create a travel system using a car seat using the Baby Jogger adapters (sold separately).

This is the latest version of the City Mini GT Double. It is designed to provide uncompromising agility in any terrain, thanks to "forever air" rubber tires and the all-wheel suspension. The GT2 is a little taller and a pound heavier than its predecessor, but it has a few new features that make it easier to adjust. The GT2 comes with an adjustable footrest as well as magnetic windows that peek-aboo. It can also be used with a Baby Jogger car seat for children.

It's not a jogging stroller but it's great for power walking or a casual stroll around town. The lightweight, compact design means you can easily squeeze it into smaller vehicles or at home. It can be converted into a pram using the glider board, which is an option, or child tray. It also has several car seat adapters compatible with Graco/BOB, MaxiCosi, and Peg-Perego infant carseats. It's not as versatile as other models, but it's a fantastic choice when you're looking for a high-quality all-terrain pushchair that is durable and long-lasting.

4. Bugaboo Bee

The Bugaboo Bee is a buggy that's built to turn heads. The Bugaboo Bee is a little more expensive than a basic pushchair such as the iCandy Raspberry, but its iconic yellow colouring in the New York taxi style will make you stand out on busy urban streets. This is a good thing from a fashion as well as a practical standpoint - Deliveroo cyclists are less likely to hit you, and your friends will be able recognize you quickly when you meet them for coffee or shopping.

The most recent version of Bee is called the Bee5. Although it's largely the same as the original, the company has made some significant practical improvements to this small buggy. It's now much easier to carry and lift thanks to an innovative self-standing feature, it's got big wheels that are able to tackle trails off-road and also have more options to customize, including 11 seat fabrics, six sun hoods, and nobbles in which you can put in a cup holder (yay! ).

The Bee was easy to steer and maneuver for Mother & Baby testers. The absence of suspension was a concern for them. While it can handle rough roads well enough but the absence of suspension may be felt on more uneven surfaces and can feel a little uncomfortable for your child.

The original Bee was a failure due to the fact that some children outgrew the seat before the age of 2. The new Bee fixes this problem by providing the sun canopy as well as a backrest that can be adjusted to accommodate babies up to age four. It also features an articulating system that allows you to easily raise and rotate the seat so that your child can sit either you or outside.

5. Babyzen YOYO2

Since its debut in 2012, the Babyzen YOYO has earned itself an enviable reputation as the ultimate lightweight stroller. It is ideal for jet-setters, city dwellers and parents with limited storage space in their boot, the YOYO2 folds easily and can be tucked away in an overhead cabin on a plane and has great manoeuvrability.

The YOYO2 is also designed for longevity and grows with your family. You can also add a ride-along for your toddler, and buggy that connects to the YOYO. This will allow for storage space. There are also a footmuff, a parasol, and a rain cover.

The YOYO2 offers a broad range of colour options. There are 9 to choose from and include the muted taupe which looks like the Bugaboo Butterfly. The YOYO2 can be used to be used from birth, with the bassinet, and newborn pack 0+. It can be converted into a world facing pushchair after six months. You can also add the YOYO Connect additional chassis to turn it into a double buggy that grows with your family.

Owners of YOYO2 rave about the quality of the wheels, made of a high-quality weave that is durable and waterproof. The improved suspension makes for a smooth ride and it's incredibly easy to maneuver in tight spaces (crowded cobblestone streets, crowded aisles in supermarkets) with one of the most compact turning ratios available.