10 Best Convertible Stroller in 2020 Reviews

Our Top Rated Convertible Stroller for 2020

#1st Rated
Graco Roomfor2 Stand and Ride Stroller

Graco Room for 2 - Best Budget Convertible Stroller

#2nd Rated
Graco LiteRider LX Lightweight Stroller

Graco LiteRider Lx - Best Lightweight Convertible Stroller

#3rd Rated
Bumbleride Indie All Terrain Stroller

The Bumbleride Indie All Terrain Stroller - Best Eco-friendly Convertible Stroller

1. Graco Room for 2 - Best Budget Convertible Stroller - Top Pick for 2020

​The Graco Room for 2 convertible strollers is ideal for moving about with two children. This stroller offers a front and rear seat, each designed to hold a child of up to 50 pounds. The front seat can recline to various horizontal positions, including a fully flat position with a 3-point to a 5-point harness for safety.


The front seat includes a snack tray with a cup holder that can pivots away from the seat, making it easier to place your child in the seat or to remove them.There is a rear bench seat that is designed for an older child. It also includes a 3-point harness and is padded for comfort.

Dimensions

  • Stroller weight: 26.5 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 42" x 21.5" x 40.5"

  • Weight Recommendations: Maximum - 50 lbs.

Pros

  • Includes large storage basket
  • Easy cleaning - machine -washable cushions
  • A great choice for budget-conscious families
  • Front wheels can be locked into place
  • Folds neatly and compactly

Cons

  • The sunshade provided isn't very wide
  • When the front seat is fully reclined, the child in the back will be required to stand

2. Graco LiteRider Lx - Best Lightweight Convertible Stroller

​This stroller is ideal for those wanting a lighter stroller. It only weighs 16 lbs and might be a great choice for a petite Mom or a parent with some sort of limitation that makes lifting a standard stroller difficult. Though lightweight, it is strong and durable enough for a child up to 50 lbs.When your child is an infant, this stroller is equipped to recline to two different positions.


It includes a convertible three and a five-point harness that can be changed to accommodate the age, size, and needs of your child. For toddlers, the setback can be lifted up when they are able to sit up. There are two trays; one for the child in front and another near the stroller's push handle. There is also a storage area under the seat to carry purses, diaper bags or other items. The stroller can be used with any of the other Graco's Click Connect Infant car seats.

Dimensions

  • Stroller weight: 16 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 19" x 27.5" x 41"

  • Weight Recommendations: Maximum 50 lbs.

Pros

  • Lightweight while still strong & sturdy
  • Great affordable price
  • Easy to fold

Cons

  • Seat positions are either straight up or flat - little in-between
  • The seat must be in full reclined position to fold and collapse

3. The Bumbleride Indie All Terrain Stroller - Best Eco-friendly Convertible Stroller

​This convertible stroller has the typically desired features sought in a convertible stroller with the added benefit of being manufactured from 100% recycled materials, keeping over half a million water bottles from making their way to landfills since 2011. This stroller is for those who seek a convertible stroller but also are attracted to an eco-friendly design free from harmful chemicals and made from a recycled product.


The Bumbleride Indie stroller is made with non-toxic eco fabric from recycled water bottles. It meets the Oeko Tex standard and is certified to be 100% free from harmful chemicals, using only innovative dye processes to make the product.


This stroller has all the features most desired in a convertible stroller; accommodates a child from infancy to a small child, has front & rear wheel suspension and includes and oversized sun canopy with a peek-a-boo mesh window for air circulation to keep your child cool.

Dimensions:

  • Stroller weight: 24lbs

  • Dimensions: 37" x 24" X 47"

  • Weight Recommendation: 55 lbs.

Pros

  • Eco-friendly design 
  • Oversized UV sun canopy
  • One step compact fold
  • Machine washable fabrics

Cons

  • Accessories are an additional purchase
  • No child cup holders on front

4. Contours Options Elite Tandem Double Toddler Stroller - Best Convertible Stroller with Most Options

​The Contours Elite Double Stroller is built with a lightweight aluminium frame, wheels that actually disconnect for storage and a nicely contoured handle. This stroller has an impressive number of versatile seating configurations. It can configure into seven different positions, which makes it a great choice for families with two children of just about any age combination.


One very unique feature is its ability to stand up on its own when you fold it up. This feature proves very convenient when you are manoeuvring little kites about and can set the stroller neatly to the side to stand up on its own.


This stroller now has new features; a sandal-friendly brake, dynamic front, and rear-wheel suspension and a lift-assist grip to dismount the seat. The front and rear-wheel suspension create a smooth ride.

You can additionally purchase a separate universal car seat adaptor which makes it compatible with most of the infant seats available on the market. It can hold up to two infant car seats. This stroller won the 2016 National Parenting Award as well as the 2016 Cribsie Award.

 Dimensions

  • Stroller weight: 34 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 49.5" x 26" x 40 "

  • Weight Recommendations: minimum of 5 lbs., maximum of 80 lbs.

Pros

  • Won multiple awards 
  • The stroller is available in two fun colours
  • Design studies while also lightweight

Cons

  • Car seat adaptors are purchased separately
  • May be cost-prohibitive

5. Baby Jogger City Select Stroller - Best Convertible Stroller that Can Accommodate Three

​This stroller is probably best known for the ability to carry 1-3 children with you as you just simply push the stroller or if you choose to jog. The Baby Jogger has over 16 ways to configure the stroller which includes any combination of front or rear-facing positions to accommodate toddler seats, infant car seats, bassinets, and even a glider board.


The stroller seats can safely hold children up to 45 lbs. and include 5-point harnesses. Infants and babies can nap in the front with the comfort of the reclining positions.The Baby Jobber is compatible with most infant car seats but it will require the use of a separately purchased adaptor.


You can both open and fold it with the convenient one-handed feature, and folds in one simple step. The stroller is also equipped with large rear air-filled tires that provide a smooth ride.


There are many accessories that can be purchased separately to customise and add a variety of additional features. This allows you to transform the Baby Jogger into the ideal stroller to meet your family's needs.

Dimensions:

  • Stroller weight: 28 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 43" x 25.75" x 38.5"

  • Weight Recommendations: 45 lbs per seat

Pros

  • The stroller includes an adjustable UV 50 sunshade
  • Front wheels include swivelling capability but can be locked in place
  • The handlebar telescopes and can accommodate varying heights
  • The stroller comes in seven fun colour choices

Cons

  • The price is comparatively high
  • Customised accessories have to be purchased separately
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6. Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System - Best Convertible Complete Travel System

​The Chicco Brava stroller is unique as it can perform in three distinctly different modes. The trio travel system comes with the base Bravo stroller, a KeyFit 30 Infant car seat, and a base and adaptor. The stroller's first mode is that of an infant car seat carrier.


The carrier plugs into the stroller but can be easily removed and used in your vehicle. If the baby is asleep, this makes for an easy transition from your car to the stroller without having to wake the baby. You simply remove the stroller seat, attach the adaptor and then the car seat neatly clicks in.


In the second mode, the KeyFit infant carrier can be used in conjunction with the regular stroller seat. Lastly, when your kite has completely outgrown being in an infant carrier, the Chicco Brava can perform as a normal stroller.

Dimensions:

  • Stroller weight: 23 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 29" x 23.8" x 18.9"

  • Weight Recommendations: Minimum of 5 lbs., Maximum of 50 lbs.

Pros

  • Price is comparatively reasonable
  • Includes a parent tray and cup holders
  • Stroller handle is adjustable for varying heights
  • The versatile design can grow along with the baby

Cons

  • The base stroller is only compatible with the infant carrier that comes with it
  • There is no child tray on the front
  • The seat has limited positions, straight up or completely flat

7. Uppababy Vista Stroller - Best Overall Convertible Stroller Choice

​The Uppababy stroller can be usable as a pram, an infant stroller, a toddler or a small child stroller and a variety of all of the above. Its versatility depends on which seats you use. The Uppababy can serve as an all-encompassing stroller and meet your child's changing needs for the first several years of his or her life. The bassinet can transform the stroller into a pram.


This particular bassinet has been given approval and meets safety requirements for overnight sleeping. This is significant as the stroller now equips you with safe sleeping accommodations for the baby on overnight trips. When used as a toddler seat, it can be front or rear-facing.


The toddler seat is rated for little ones up to 50 pounds. It includes a Piggy Back Ride Along Board to accommodate three children. In a nutshell, this stroller can comfortably cart around a single child, twins, or up to three children of varying ages.




Dimensions:

  • Stroller weight: 27.5 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 26.5 x 37" x 39.5"

  • Weight Recommendations: Minimum of 4 lbs. Maximum -50 lbs.

Pros

  • Have many versatile extras included 
  • Easy one-button telescoping handlebar
  • Extra-large UV 50 sunshade
  • Is freestanding when folded up
  • Includes shock-absorbing suspension on both front and back wheels
  • Includes a roomy storage basket

Cons

  • The stroller is comparatively expensive
  • Doesn't include a child tray on the front
  • No cup holder or parent tray

8. Baby Trend Expedition LX Travel System - Best Convertible Stroller for Jogging

​The Baby Trend Expedition stroller system includes the base 3 wheel jogging stroller as well as the lock-in infant car seat.

The stroller has all-terrain tires making them ideal for use when jogging. The stroller has both a parent tray, a child tray on the front as well as a large storage basket on the bottom.


Dimensions:

  • Stroller weight: 41.5 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 48.5 lbs.

  • Weight Recommendation: Car seat: minimum- 5 lbs., Maximum-30lbs.; Stroller: maximum-50lbs.

Pros

  • Is good for most terrains 
  • The price is comparatively reasonable
  • Car seat cat be easily moved from vehicle to stroller and back again
  • All necessary accessories are included
  • The washable design includes removable car pads

Cons

  • The stroller is heavier than the other choices on the list
  • Design is bulky and cumbersome
  • The air-filled tires are more high maintenance

9. Stroller Bike 3 Wheels Folding Stroller Bicycle - Best Convertible Stroller Bike Combo

Among the strollers over-viewed, this is clearly one of the most unique among the bunch because it's the only one that can be converted into a bicycle stroller. It can be used as a standard stroller or in bike mode. The child is forward-facing in front of the parent who pedals through town sitting just behind the child. The child seat has a 5 point safety harness and can hold a child up to 55 lbs.

Dimensions:

  • The child seat is not reversible

  • Stroller design is heavy

Pros

  • Can perform as a bicycle stroller or standard push stroller 
  • Includes front, rear, and parking brakes
  • Substantial 16" rubber wheels for manoeuvrability

Cons

  • The child seat is not reversible
  • Stroller design is heavy

10. Roan Kortina Classic Pram Stroller 2-in-1 with Bassinet & Seat - Best Convertible Pram Stroller

​This stroller is designed to be used from birth through three years of age. It appeals to those who enjoy a classic design. It includes a bassinet, side covers, mattress, all-weather covering, and an adjustable hood to protect the child. The bassinet can be rear or forward-facing. It includes a five-point harness for safety and features a large metal storage basket on the bottom.

Dimensions:

  • Stroller weight: 33 lbs.

  • Dimensions: 36" x 24" x 19"

  • Weight Recommendation: 33 lbs.

Pros

  • Can be used from birth to three years old 
  • Includes adjustable push handle

Cons

  • Comparatively high priced
  • Design is bulky and cumbersome
  • Stroller tends to get squeaky - requiring bicycle oil
  • The wheels do not swivel

Choosing The Best Convertible Stroller - The Ultimate Buying Guide

Convertible strollers are all the rage these days as they simplify the process of buying a stroller suited for a small infant and then needing yet another stroller when they reach toddler age and then again when they are a small child.

Buying a convertible stroller uncomplicates the issue of upgrading to accommodate the child's changing needs and allows one stroller purchase to suffice for the needs of your baby, toddler or small child at that current stage of childhood.

Key Considerations:

In each of the three stages where a child needs a stroller, there are some distinct features you will want to look for. Your diligence in doing your homework and ensuring your selected stroller has covered the bases will directly correlate to how well your stroller will transition with your child as he or she grows and their needs change.

It will take some effort to become familiar with the features and define what is desirable to you personally, but making a one-time purchase of a convertible stroller has become very popular because of the cost savings, adaptability and versatility.

Questions to Ask Yourself:

  • How many seat variations does the stroller have?
  • What is the age & weight range that the seat is designed for?
  • What type of wheel and size are on the stroller?
  • Will the stroller conveniently fit in your car?
  • How easy will the stroller be to clean?
  • What is the turning radius of the stroller?
  • How difficult is it to convert?
  • How difficult is it to fold and manage?

Let's Break It Down

How Many Seat Variations Does The Stroller Have?We've gone far beyond the stroller design that accommodates one child and virtually has two basic positions; the child sitting straight up, or the lying position which generally allows some reclining but isn't entirely horizontal. The convertible stroller allows for a far greater amount of choices. In considering convertible stroller models, you should investigate how many seats the stroller can accommodate.

Additionally, how many car seats can this model hold? Manufacturers are now designing features that take multiple births, multiple children of various ages into account to give added convenience for parents with needs beyond the common stroller accommodating only one child. Another key factor is whether infant car seats can be adjoined to the stroller. This alleviates the need to wake the baby up when taking it out of the car seat and into the stroller.

This simple change in design enables both the child and the parent to have a more peaceful trip.Another consideration in selecting a convertible stroller is whether there is a need to consider siblings, cousins or other children that might also ride in the stroller. Anyone who's had the experience dealing with multiple children on an outing can well relate to the utter chaos that can ensue in dealing with managing a newborn in a stroller with one hand while holding the hand of a small child in the other. The addition of an optional seat can alleviate a number of issues. With that extra freehand, you are likely to be much more effective in your endeavour.

What Variations are Available?

In addition to considering the number of seats that the stroller is capable of accommodating, there is also the issue of the varied ways in which those seats can be placed. If you have two children riding in the stroller, you may want both children to be facing forward watching the ride as you travel.

You may instead want to have both of the children facing you. Additionally, you may want one child facing you while the other faces forward. You may want the ability for one to be sitting up and one reclining to sleep. You may not realise these are desirable traits and may believe that you can do with much less, but once you have these abilities you'll wonder how you ever did without them.

What is the Age & Weight Range?

The age and weight range is a key component as a vast majority of strollers are designed for children who only have the ability to sit up on their own and weigh 30 pounds or under. This restriction makes the average strollers only appropriate for the first year or two of the child's life.

If the stroller requires that the child must be able to sit on their own, it is not suitable for a newborn. This essentially rules out babies from birth to around seven or eight months. The weight limit will also place limits making it unusable for an older and heavier child. In essence, the weight and size range is key in making certain your purchase will be a selection that will last for the duration of the baby's need for a stroller.

What Type of Wheels is on the Stroller?

We've all had the experience of using a shopping cart with a glitchy wheel and can understand the importance of quality wheels. Truth is, wheels are a vital part of a stroller and have a strong bearing on how the stroller can be used. The material that the tire is made out of is also a key component. Tires that are made out of rubber will clearly offer more wear than any plastic wheel.

You likely have an idea of the surfaces and places you are most likely to use the stroller. Air-filled tires offer a smoother ride when used on bumpy or uneven surfaces. If you see yourself generally using the stroller while shopping and walking on a smooth cement or indoors on tile flooring, you may not notice the general differences of wheel sizes and the material it is made of. But once you are travelling across rocks or uneven surfaces, you will fully appreciate the benefits of a rubber tire over the plastic counterpart.

Can the Stroller Conveniently Fit in Your Car?

The stroller model being able to fit in your car is crucial. It should not be assumed that all strollers are designed around some standard size of trunk in mind. The size of trunks is revised over time and so are stroller dimensions.

Even if you've successfully loaded a stroller in your car previously, that's no guarantee that other models will fit. Having a stroller that will not fit into your vehicle is generally a deal-breaker for most users. With very few accept-ions, most parents desire a stroller that can go wherever they go whether on foot or in the car.

How Easy is it to Clean?

Just close your eyes for a brief moment and imagine your little kite in this stroller. An inevitable part of carting around a child is the mess. It's simply inevitable that there will be diaper leaks, spit-up episodes, toddler crumbs and any number of mishaps. Unfortunately, not all strollers are designed for ease of maintenance. Many manufacturers design the product with the "cute factor" and usability in mind and cleaning the stroller is an afterthought.

For the happiest outcome, you'll thank yourself by selecting a stroller with a removable cover that you can toss in the washing machine. Sadly, this is not a feature available with most strollers. Regardless, this should not be a factor to be overlooked. Little kites are messy and you should plan accordingly.

What is the Turning Radius of the Stroller?

The turning radius is the factor that generally leads to the general "feel" of the stroller. There are distinct advantages to having either long or more compact stroller designs. The compact stroller is smaller by design and makes it easier to navigate through narrow and tight spaces but you sacrifice space.

A longer stroller model offers you lots of room to cart the child with maybe extra room for a toy or stuffed animal but the size hinders how well you can navigate around tight corners. As with the other features, you know best how you'll use the stroller and what turning radius ability will best fit your needs.

How Difficult is it to Convert and Fold?

Buying a convertible stroller is an utter waste of time if you are unable to take advantage of all the features because they are too complicated or cumbersome to do. The process to transition from one configuration to another needs to be something the user can easily achieve as well as the process to collapse and fold the stroller. Today's convertible strollers are often viewed as easy to change and managing them can be handled within seconds without tools or extreme strength.

Conclusion

We are offered some key choices when faced with selecting a stroller. The more traditional choice is to select a standard design that will initially meet the needs of the child, but there will be a need to buy a new stroller as the child outgrows the features not included in your present stroller model.

This need to buy three separate strollers over your kite's childhood may initially seem to be less expensive than investing in a convertible stroller, but they will lack the overall options and versatility too. A convertible stroller offers the option to make one purchase and feel confident that the stroller will keep your baby safe and comfortable from the infancy stage up until the time they are walking independently beside you.

Stroller needs are as unique as the families that have a need for them. Ultimately, the choice is yours. Only you know what you can afford to spend, how often you want to be shopping and replacing your stroller and what features you need to best accommodate your lifestyle. There clearly is no right or wrong in the endeavour to select a stroller. Hopefully, this overview will begin to open up the wide array of options that a parent can now enjoy in purchasing a convertible stroller.

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