Primadonna Style: Best Baby Travel System for 2018

Primadonna Momma has been on the go with her little one for two years now (I can't believe he's two already!) and I realize that our stroller has gotten a lot of use and taken a ton of abuse. From family trips to NOLA festivals; it's so important to choose the right stroller because it's one of the pieces that you will use not for a few months like many baby items, but throughout your little one's early years.

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Finding the best car seat stroller combo can be quite overwhelming with all the different options out there in the market. Each of these travel systems come with their specific kind of features that makes the selection much more difficult for the parents. So if you need a well-researched guide regarding the best baby travel systems for 2018, read through and you are sure to find the perfect one for you and your baby as we have picked the top five for you based on rating and reviews of these products.

Who needs travel systems?

Travel systems are designed for parents who are always on the go and would prefer to spend less time switching between strollers, car seats and baby carriers etc. What’s more, the perfect travel systems can help the parents move the baby with the least movements and without frictions so that the change doesn’t disturb or wake up the kiddo who just slept off after a great battle. Another advantage of travel systems is that they allow you to use the strollers from new-born and up or as long the baby fits in the car.

Below are the reviews of our top-rated five based on our research.

1. Britax B Agile 3 &B Safe 35 Travel System

Britax B is one of the sturdiest & top-rated travel system found in the market. This 3-wheel jogging stroller has a swivel front wheel and can be folded easily with one hand. The B-Agile 3 is made for babies and toddlers up to 55 lbs (25 kg).

Pros

Extremely easy to adjust and use while providing all the comfort and support for the baby.
There is a high-quality head pad, and 5 points rethread harness
Comes with extra safety features when compared to other models.
The three-wheel structure makes stroller easy to maneuver
All-wheel suspension creates an effortless ride

Cons:

The system is bulky and heavy, so can be hard to carry around.

2. Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System

The Chicco KeyFit 30 is a rear-facing infant car seat and accommodates babies weighing between 4 and 30 lbs (1.8-13.3 kg) who are less than 30 inches (76.2 cm) in height. For babies between 4 and 11 pounds (1.8-5 kg), the car seat has a “newborn insert.”

Pros:

Comes with a removable seat
Easy to assemble and install
Has bubble levels on the car seat that shows if correctly positioned
Has parent cup holder and a tray for keys and phone
Once folded can easily stand on its own.
Good storage compartment underneath
Height adjustable handle

Cons:

The fabric used in the stroller is not machine washable.
A bit hard to steer around initially

3. UPPA Baby Cruz stroller with MESA Car Seat

The stroller system has an incredible amount of features loaded into a slim and compact profile. CRUZ stroller provides an adaptable frame and an easily removable “toddler seat” which can be used for infants as well. The MESA car seat accommodates babies from 4 to 35 lbs (15.9 kg) and up to 32 inches (81.3 cm) in height.

Pros:

Can be steered with one hand and can turn quickly.
The MESA seat is reversible parent facing and front facing
Have a huge storage basket
Comes with a telescoping extendable handlebar and red to the green light indicator on the car seat base which lets you know when properly secured.
Versatile frame & extendable sunshade
Has breathable fabric and adjustable headrest
Easy latch adjustment.

Cons:

The fabric is not machine washable

4. Graco Fast Action Fold Travel System

Graco fast action fold is a lightweight 3-wheel stroller with a one-hand fold. An affordably priced stroller which accommodates new-born children from 4 to 50lbs (25kg) and up to 30 inches.

Pros:

Easy to assemble & use
The car seat has multiple recline adjusts & fits comfortably in compact cars
Comes with a large storage basket & expandable back pouch
Has parent and child cup holders
3 or 5-point harness to match babies as they grow
Level indicators or markers as an extra safety measure
The car seat can be quickly released

Cons:

Remains loosely open when folded & doesn’t lock in place.
Not that easy to assemble

5. Peg Perego Booklet Travel System

Booklet is one of the lightest travel systems in the market as they weigh only 9 kg. The car seat can hold babies up to 35 lbs (15.9 kg) and up to 32″ tall.

Pros:

Super-easy to move around & manage
The handle is height-adjustable with a hook under the hood
Suspension and ball bearings allow for 360-degree agility
Has color-coded belt paths for when the base is not in use
Both front wheels’ swivel and lock
Comes with a scalloped bottom to ensure more stability when used in vehicles.
Has a no-rethread harness which adjusts to six different positions.
Seat easily attaches to the stroller frame.

Cons:

Suitable for kids above 3 years and above

Choose the one you like the most or the one which satisfies your needs & wants a bit more than what you expected. A travel system is a major item you would be buying for your kid during the initial years and it needs to serve you in the long run. So go for the finest your budget will allow.

Thanks for reading!