Car Seat Buggy 2 in 1 - Combos That Are Easy to Use
The Car Seat Buggy 2 in 1 combines two of the most important baby items: strollers and infant car seats. It makes getting on and off public transportation (and climbing and descending stairs) much easier.
Doona's infant car seat and stroller combo is a great option. It's the first integrated travel system that allows you to switch between the car seat and stroller in seconds without disturbing your sleepy baby.
Easy to Use
Car seat and stroller combos that are simple to use are essential for parents. These systems make it easy to switch between running errands, walking your dog, or going for an exercise. They also help you keep up with your little one's changing needs, so that you can enjoy your family's adventures. Our testers are impressed by how easily and smoothly these travel systems glide regardless of whether they have only one front wheel or a rotating front wheel. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Combo as well as the BOB Alterrain Pro combo, and the Baby Jogger City Mini GT 2 Combo are simple to maneuver. However, even the BOB Revolutionflex 3.0 Combo and Baby Jogger City Mini GT 2 Combo can be pulled by one hand.
Some models can be difficult to attach or remove from the base. The Doona Combo requires a two step process for attachment, as well as straps that cover the bottom of the infant carrier. It may be tempting to bypass these steps, but this could lead to dangerous results.
Some models are also more difficult to fold or store than others, making them less convenient. The Graco FastAction 3-in-1 Car Seat Stroller, for instance, is hard to fold due to its large dimensions and heavy frame. The model also has a small canopy, which some users find to be disappointing. However it is the Britax Parkway Click and Go Combo is very easy to fold using a pull of a lever and a snap of the button. This model is a great choice for parents who want to use their car seat in the other cars, as it can be easily removed from the base.
Easy to Fold
It doesn't matter if you're keeping the car seat on its own, in the trunk of your car or even in a closet, it must be easy to fold and unfold. The best combinations we've tested fold easily in one hand and are durable enough to withstand long walks. They're also easy to move and glide smoothly over uneven surfaces. Some combos are linked and disengaged by straps. This may be a bit like a second step and make it difficult for parents to secure their car seat correctly.
The BOB Revolution Flex Combo is a fantastic choice due to its robust construction and practical features, such as a large storage bin that can be accessed from the front or back. Its exclusive SafeCenter LATCH makes it easy to ensure a secure car seat installation by simply connecting the lower anchors by pulling the straps tightly and clicking the carrier into the base.
It's also relatively lightweight and compact, making it an excellent choice for frequent travelers or families with multiple vehicles. Both the Baby Jogger City Mini GT 2 Combo and the Thule Urban Glide 2 scored very well in our user-friendliness tests. Both have a single front wheel that's easy to push (one-handed! ) and an swivel front wheel that can be swiveled which is ideal for shopping or running around. The only downside is that they're very heavy, so it's difficult to lift them up when you're carrying a child in a car seat.
Easy to Assemble
Some stroller and car seat combinations can be difficult to put together. The UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo is one of the simplest travel systems to assemble. It even comes with a handy guide. Other models we looked at like the UPPAbaby Minu, UPPAbaby Vista v2, Thule Urban Glide 2, and Baby Trend Snap-N-Go EX Universal were also simple to put together. The BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Combo however is a bit difficult to put together. pram 2 in 1 requires two steps: attaching the lower anchors, and using straps that protect the bottom of the carrier. It's also heavy, and it requires two hands to snap the carrier into the base and detach it from the base.
In our tests, it took around 5 minutes to put together the UPPAbaby v2 Cruz. It's a fairly quick procedure when you take into account the time saved by not having to remove all the pieces. The toddler seat can be slid into and detached easily on most of these models.