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If you're a fitness fanatic seeking an jogging stroller, or simply need a stroller for use in everyday life, there's a three-wheel compact stroller for you. Managing Editor Sentry and Senior Review Writer Wendy Schmitz put these models through their paces on pavement and off-road surfaces, as well as assessing the comfort of children in the seats.

Stroller Features

The best 3 wheel buggy strollers have features that allow you to travel with your child a lot easier. If you're looking for a brand new 3-wheel or 4-wheel stroller, look for convenience features like a large storage basket and a tray for parents with cup holders, adjustable canopy and much more. It's important to know what features are important to you and your family, and which you can do without.

The BOB Gear Wayfinder, our top-rated jogging stroller, comes with plenty of convenient features that will keep moms and dads content and comfortable. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap helps keep the stroller from slipping when you're jogging. The Wayfinder comes with the largest sunshade of all the strollers we tested and a glass opening at the top that allows children to see out while they rest. Jenni's 3 wheel running stroller-year old found the seat to be comfortably padded, so bumps in the road won't cause him to shake.

This jogging stroller also has an automatic hand brake that can help you keep control on slippery surfaces. It folds into a slim, compact 3 wheel stroller package that will take only a tiny space in the trunk of your car. You can also convert it to an e-travel system by purchasing an adapter. It also works with the Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet.

Solid tires are essential for strollers that are used on rough terrains. They're not as comfortable as spongy or air-filled tires, but they're excellent for navigating bumps and potholes.

The stroller folds up in just two steps. It locks when folded, and it's small enough to fit in the majority of elevators. It's not as easy as some of our other four-wheel strollers, and the locking mechanism can be a bit complicated. It's as simple as pressing an arrow near the foot area on the front of the stroller and lifting the handle. We'd prefer a simpler system where it just clicks into the position or opens when pulled.

Stroller Weight

The weight of the entire unit is a significant consideration. A heavier stroller is more stable and can perform better ohat you purchase a stroller separately from the car seat or capsule.

Stroller Folding

The most compact 3 wheel strollers are easy to fold and put away. Some even lock into the position automatically after you open them. This feature is especially beneficial for families that frequently take public transportation or drive prior to going for a a walk.

Three-wheel strollers are designed to move through tight spaces such as grocery store aisles and other areas that are crowded with ease. Many also come equipped with suspension systems that give a more comfortable stroll for your child which is especially helpful on slippery sidewalks.

The Guava Roam is a light stroller that can be used for jogging. It's a stylish stroller that can be used as a part of a travel system, with adapters for car seats to fit Nuna MaxiCosi, Cybex, and Nuna infant carseats, and the Uppababy Bassinet. (Car seats and stroller boards sold separately). The stroller folds down in two steps and locks into place when it is opened.

Another nice-looking 3 wheel stroller and car seat-wheel jogging stroller is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. It's more expensive than our top picks, however it's worth the cost if you love to travel or live in the city. This lightweight stroller can fold down to a smaller size (20.5 x 17.3 x 7.1) and comes with padding, a detachable five-point harness with no-rethread straps and an ample basket. It can be used as a stroller for infants and toddlers, if you have an infant car seat adapter.

The Babyzen is a great product that has some great features. It offers a large recline, and it also comes with storage space. However some parents are disappointed by its performance. The seat doesn't lay flat when it reclines and there's no cupholders or snack trays for kids. The brakes are also a bit difficult to engage and the handlebar's height is too high for many moms who are petite.

The Graco Fastaction is another stroller that is designed to be as light as possible without sacrificing comfort or convenience. It comes with a long list of features that are impressive including a large basket and a one handed fold. The only issue is that the brakes may be a bit difficult to engage and do not stay locked when the stroller is folded.

Stroller Safety

A stroller's safety features will assist in keeping your child safe while using it. Some of the top-scoring strollers in our review have 5-point harnesses that are adjustable crotch straps that are padded and padded that allow for a customised fit. Others come with a cushioned seat cushion to protect your child's head in the event that they fall out of the seat or roll off. Some strollers are equipped with a safety lock that secures both wheels. This is particularly important for walkers who jog, as it prevents them from tumbling over while walking up and down stairs and escalators.

In our tests the maneuverability of strollers was evaluated in three distinct ways. We evaluated it based on the ability to bounce and turn when bumps or dips are encountered and its comfort with a child in it and its ability to travel over rough terrain. We also looked at how easy it is to open and close the safety harness fold and unfold the stroller, adjust its backrest and handlebar height, operate the brakes, and then attach and remove car seats (if applicable).

We found that strollers with 3 wheels were more maneuverable however the advantages diminished as baby weight increased. We suggest choosing one with hand brakes. It can help you slow down or stop without putting in the same amount of effort as your body by itself. A majority of the top-scoring swivel-wheel strollers do not have this feature. Only one of our best-rated fixed-wheel strollers has it.

You should also consider how often you'll need to use your stroller to go up and down stairs or escalators, and if it is safe to do so. Elevators and stairs are more dangerous because they have moving mechanical components that make it difficult to control your stroller. We recommend looking for alternatives to these hazards, like an elevator, if you can, or having another adult carry the stroller up or down with you. Some of the top-scoring strollers may be carried up a set of stairs or a set with the safety brake engaged. It's always better to be safe rather than sorry.