Stroller types

Travel Strollers: Compare Size, Weight, and Fold

Start here if you often take the bus, fly, or need to save trunk space.

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Our picks

Four travel strollers. Each one fits a different need.

Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
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For overhead bins

Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus

16 lb · From birth

Evenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Stroller
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For light, budget trips

Evenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Stroller

9 lb · From 6 months

Joolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel Stroller
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For frequent flights

Joolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel Stroller

13.2–14.1 lb · From birth with cot (sold separately)

UPPAbaby Minu V3
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For travel and city

UPPAbaby Minu V3

16.7 lb · From birth

Best for overhead bins

Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
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Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus

16 lb
Weight
21.8 in
Folded size
0–4 years
Age range

Great if you travel a lot and want a stroller that fits in the overhead bin.

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Who it's for

  • Works from birth, with a seat that lies fully flat.
  • Folds in about a second.

Who should skip it

  • Not for you if you want car seats to click right in. Every one needs an adapter.

Best for light, budget trips

Evenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Stroller
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Evenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Stroller

9 lb
Weight
55 lb
Kids up to
10 lb
Basket holds

Great if you want a super light stroller for quick trips and travel, without spending much.

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Who it's for

  • Easy to carry up the stairs with a baby on your hip.

Who should skip it

  • Not for a baby under 6 months.
  • Skip it if you want to click in an infant car seat. It doesn't take one.

Best for frequent flights

Joolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel Stroller
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Joolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel Stroller

8.5 in
Folded depth
50 lb
Kids up to
11 lb
Basket holds

Great if you fly a lot and want a stroller that fits in the overhead bin.

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Who it's for

  • Folds in a second with one hand, so it's easy on buses and stairs.

Who should skip it

  • Not for a newborn unless you buy the cot. The seat starts at 6 months.
  • Skip it if you need room for a big grocery run.

Best for travel and city

UPPAbaby Minu V3
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UPPAbaby Minu V3

16.7 lb
Weight
50 lb
Kids up to
20 lb
Basket holds

Great for travel and city life. It folds with one hand and fits in the overhead bin.

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Who it's for

  • Works from birth, with a seat that lies flat.
  • The basket is roomy for a small stroller.

Who should skip it

  • Not for you if you want car seats to click right in. You'll need an adapter.

How they stack up

Specs checked Oct 29, 2026 · Photos: Amazon
SpecBugaboo Butterfly 2 PlusBugaboo Butterfly 2 PlusEvenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber StrollerEvenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber StrollerJoolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel StrollerJoolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel StrollerUPPAbaby Minu V3UPPAbaby Minu V3
Minimum ageFrom birth (opens in a new tab)From 6 months (opens in a new tab)From birth with cot (sold separately) (opens in a new tab)From birth (opens in a new tab)
Car seat compatibility19 car seats need an adapterNo infant car seats fit3 car seats need an adapter25 car seats need an adapter
Weight16 lb (opens in a new tab)9 lb (opens in a new tab)13.2–14.1 lb (opens in a new tab)16.7 lb (opens in a new tab)
Folded size17.6 × 9.6 × 21.8 in (opens in a new tab)13 L × 12.75 W × 19.5 H in (opens in a new tab)21 L × 17.7 W × 8.5 H in (opens in a new tab)10 L × 18 W × 21.5 H in (opens in a new tab)
FoldOne-second ultra-compact fold (opens in a new tab)One-hand compact fold (opens in a new tab)One-hand, one-second fold (opens in a new tab)One-hand, one-motion fold; stands upright when folded (opens in a new tab)
Basket17.6 lb (opens in a new tab)10 lb (opens in a new tab)11 lb (opens in a new tab)20 lb (opens in a new tab)
Wheels and suspension5.5 in front / 6 in rear wheels; full suspension (opens in a new tab)Front-wheel suspension; EVA wheels (opens in a new tab)4-wheel suspension; 5.1 in front / 5.9 in rear wheels; front swivel lock (opens in a new tab)All-wheel suspension with independent rear suspension (opens in a new tab)
Seat reclineFully flat to fully upright (opens in a new tab)Strap recline: squeeze adjuster and pull down to preferred angle (opens in a new tab)Reclining seat (opens in a new tab)Deep recline that lies flat (opens in a new tab)
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How long can you use each one?

Each bar shows the stroller seat’s weight limit. The starting age is listed below it. Kids grow at different speeds, so we show weight, not months.

  • Stroller seat
  1. Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus

    up to 50 lb

    From birth. Stroller seat limit: 50 lb.

  2. Evenflo Hummingbird Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Stroller

    up to 55 lb

    From 6 months. Stroller seat limit: 55 lb.

  3. Joolz Aer+ Lightweight Travel Stroller

    up to 50 lb

    From birth with cot (sold separately). Stroller seat limit: 50 lb.

  4. UPPAbaby Minu V3

    up to 50 lb

    From birth. Stroller seat limit: 50 lb.

Limits come from each brand. Checked Oct 23 – 28, 2026.

Is this type right for you?

Who it's for

  • Start here if you often take the bus, fly, or need to save trunk space.

Who should skip it

  • Look at other types if you need two seats, plan to run, or want a car seat and stroller set.
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About this page

Written by the My First Stroller team. Specs checked . Every number links to the brand page it came from.