The pushchair actually worth the money
We tested the big-name prams for a year. Here's the one we'd buy again — and who each rival is really for.
A pushchair is one of the few baby buys you’ll use literally every day, so it’s worth getting right. We lived with the main contenders for a year — school runs, cobbles, car boots, the lot.
Our top pick
It folds one-handed (genuinely, with a baby on your hip), the basket actually fits a weekly shop, and it still felt smooth at month twelve.
Who the rivals are for
- The budget hero — brilliant if you’re mostly doing pavements and short trips
- The all-terrain one — worth it if you walk off-road or run with the buggy
- The travel-system — best if you want car seat, carrycot and seat in one go
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| Product | Best for | Key spec | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The everyday pick | Daily city and pavement use | One-handed fold, big basket | — |
| The budget hero | Pavements and short trips | Lightweight, compact fold | — |
| The all-terrain one | Off-road walks and running | Air-filled tyres, sturdy frame | — |
Common questions
- What's the most important feature in a pushchair?
- For everyday use, an easy one-handed fold and a basket that fits a real shop matter most — they're what you notice every single day.
- Do I need an all-terrain pushchair?
- Only if you regularly walk off-road or want to run with the buggy. For pavements and shops, a lighter everyday model is comfier and far easier to store.