Car Seat Buggy 2 in 1 - Combos That Are Easy to Use
The Car Seat Buggy 2 in 1, incorporates two of the most essential baby items: the strollers and infant car seats. It makes hopping on and off public transportation (and climbing and descending steps) much more convenient.
Doona's infant car seat and stroller combo is a great choice. It's the world's first completely integrated travel system that lets you to switch between your car seat and stroller in just a few seconds without disturbing your sleepy baby.
Simple to use
Car seat and stroller combinations that are simple to use are essential for parents. These travel systems allow you to easily change between running errands, or walking your dog and going for an exercise. They also aid in keeping up with your little one's changing needs, so you can focus on enjoying your family adventures. Our test subjects are awed by how smoothly and conveniently these travel systems glide, regardless of whether they have a single front wheel or a rotating front wheel. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Combo and the BOB Alterrain Pro combo are incredibly easy to maneuver however, the Baby Jogger City Mini GT 2 Combo and the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Combo can be moved effortlessly with just one hand.
Some models are difficult to remove or attach from the base. The Doona Combo requires a two step attachment process, and straps that cover the bottom portion of the infant carrier. It is tempting to skip these steps, however this could result in dangerous outcomes.
Additionally certain models are difficult to fold away and store making them less practical than other. Graco FastAction 3 in 1 Car Seat Stroller is difficult to fold due its huge dimensions and bulky frames. This model also has a tiny canopy, which some testers find to be disappointing. pram 2 in 1 and Go is simple to fold with just a push of a button and pulling the lever. It is also a good choice for parents who are planning on using their car seat on other people's vehicles, since it is able to be easily removed from the base and then attached to any standard stroller.
Easy to Fold
Whether you're storing the car seat on its own or in the trunk of your car or even in the closet, it should be simple to fold and unfold. The best combinations we've tested have a simple one-handed fold that is compact and strong enough to be used on long strolls. They're also simple to move, sliding effortlessly over uneven surfaces and bumps. We've seen some combinations that can only be connected or removed using straps, which may seem like an extra step and make it harder for parents to secure the car seat correctly.
The BOB Revolution Flex Combo is a fantastic option due to its sturdy construction and practical features, including a large storage bin that is accessible from the front or back. Its exclusive SafeCenter LATCH makes it easy to achieve a secure car seat installation by simply connecting the lower anchors, pulling the straps tight and then pressing the carrier into the base.
It's also relatively lightweight which makes it a great choice for frequent travelers or families with multiple vehicles. The Baby Jogger City Mini GT 2 Combo and the Thule Urban Glide 2 have also scored very well in our ease-of-use tests. Both have one front wheel that is easy to push (one-handed! ), 2 in 1 prams as a swivel wheel with a variety of angles which is ideal for shopping or running around. The only issue is that they are heavy and can be difficult to lift when a baby is in car seats.
Easy to Assemble
Some stroller and car seat combos can be tricky to put together. We discovered that the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo was one of the most simple to build, and it even includes a handy quick-start guide that makes putting this system together easy. Other models, including the UPPAbaby Minu and UPPAbaby Vista v2, Thule urban Glide 2 and Baby Trend Snap-N-Go EX Universal were also fairly easy to assemble. The BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Combo, on the other hand is a bit difficult to put together. It requires two steps: attaching the lower anchors, and using straps that cover the bottom of the carrier. It's heavy, which means it requires two people to secure the carrier into the base, and then to remove it.
In our tests, we took around 5 minutes to put together the UPPAbaby Cruz. It's a fairly quick procedure when you consider the time saved from not having to rip out all the pieces. The toddler seat can be slid into and removed with ease on most of these models.