8 Best Full-Size Strollers for Every Lifestyle, Tested by Parents

The Bump Takeaway: The UPPAbaby Cruz V3's ability to combine newborn-readiness, toddler comfort, all-terrain handling, strong storage and a premium build earned it this year's Best of The Bump award for overall best full-size stroller.

New for 2026, the Cruz V3 takes the top spot over last year's pick, the ever-popular UPPAbaby Vista V3. The Vista is a great stroller—I’ve pushed one for two years—but it’s also a big one, and for families who don’t need to seat two children at once, that size is a trade-off you’ll notice every day. The Cruz delivers the same smooth push, premium build quality and generous storage without as much bulk.

Our tester Kaylie, who used the Cruz V3 with her 4-month-old and her 2-year-old, found it fit comfortably in her trunk alongside a wagon and an ice chest. As for our second tester Erin, the smoothness of the ride felt worth the price tag alone. “Immediately off the bat, this stroller is high quality. I am talking it feels so lightweight as you’re walking with it,” she gushes, lining up with what 68 percent of parents tell us they value most in a full-size stroller: Easy steering and maneuverability.

Push and maneuverability
Whether pushing her 4-month-old or 2-year-old across slopes, sidewalks, grocery store aisles, gravel paths or uneven yard terrain, Kaylie found the Cruz to be “a breeze” throughout. At 26.5 pounds, you’ll feel the weight when lifting it into a trunk, but even when pushing her toddler uphill, Kaylie says it never felt unmanageable. “The stroller still rolled smoothly, and the larger wheels helped keep momentum without feeling too heavy or difficult to steer,” she says.

That performance comes from the Cruz’s 10-inch rear and 7-inch front foam-filled tires combined with all-wheel suspension, which help absorb bumps and maintain a light-to-push glide across terrain. “The wheels were large enough to handle most everyday rough surfaces without getting stuck, and the suspension softened a lot of the vibration,” Kaylie adds. Erin also found the maneuverability to be a cinch. “We took it to the aquarium and it was easy to maneuver through people,” the mom of two tells us. “I was able to manipulate it well going in and out of elevators without hitting the walls or doors.”

Newborn and toddler configurations
The included infant SnugSeat transforms the toddler seat into a cozy lie-flat carriage with mesh sides for airflow and an extendable UPF 50+ canopy—a feature Kaylie particularly loved. “My favorite part about the stroller is how it converts into carriage mode so seamlessly,” she says. “Anytime my little one was in carriage mode she immediately fell straight to sleep from feeling so snug and secure.”

And for parents who do want a dedicated bassinet for continued sleep long after walks, the Cruz is compatible with the UPPAbaby bassinet, $249, and overnight sleep-approved bassinet stand, $199.99. “My baby loves how comfy and warm the bassinet is,” notes Erin, mom to a 2-month-old and an 18-month-old. “He never got sweaty or overheated inside and when it was warm outside I just unzipped it and let the fresh air blow in.” Even with a toddler, I still love the lie-flat reclining seat, but the bassinet was one of my most-used newborn items.

Speaking of toddlers, the 11-inch wide seat gave Kaylie's 2-year-old plenty of headroom and legroom. “It sat upright enough for my toddler to comfortably look around while awake, but reclined far enough for naps without looking awkward or uncomfortable,” she says. The seat accommodates children up to 50 pounds—realistically well into the preschool years for most kids. If and when a second child arrives, the Cruz doesn’t have to retire. An optional PiggyBack board, $149.99, lets an older sibling ride along while a younger one takes the seat.

Fold and storage
While the fold requires both hands to pull the clips on either side of the handlebar, Kaylie was able to unfold it with one hand. “I was able to hold my infant, unlock the latch while it was lying down and pull the handle to pop the stroller up very easily,” she says. Folded, it fits comfortably in her Toyota RAV4, though it's a flat rather than compact fold, so it stretches across the trunk floor. The sides picked up some scuffs from regular trunk loading, so a travel cover is also worth considering if aesthetics matter to you. (If trunk space is a big concern, our winner for best full-size stroller with compact fold, the Nuna MIXX Next, may be worth a look.)

For the 35 percent of parents who selected a large basket as a top priority, the Cruz’s 30-pound basket is one of its clearest everyday-use wins, easily fitting a diaper bag, drinks for both kids and stroller covers in the zippered compartment. The magnetic buckle and no-rethread harness round out the ease-of-use features: “The magnetic fastening on the buckle is really what makes this whole stroller top notch,” Kaylie says. As for Erin? “I love how well it rides and how well it stops once you hit the brakes and the fabrics are good quality,” she tells us. “I think it will last and be great for the use of multiple kids.” And not having to purchase extra parts to attach the bassinet—or even buy a bassinet at all—is a welcome touch.

Dimensions (open): 37.5" (L) x 22.5" (W) x 41.8" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 32.5" (L) x 22.5" (W) x 17" (H) | Weight: 26.5 lbs | Capacity: 50 lbs | Newborn ready: Y | One-handed fold: N | Car seat compatible: Y | Basket capacity: 30 lbs | Rear wheel size: 10"

Wondering if your family might prefer the also-popular UPPAbaby Vista? We put both models head-to-head in our product-tested UPPAbaby Cruz vs. Vista review.

The Bump Takeaway: The Mompush Meteor 2 earns Best of The Bump for best budget-friendly full-size stroller by delivering an intuitive bassinet-to-seat conversion, good everyday handling and a complete, newborn-ready out-of-the-box package for under $200.

The Mompush Meteor 2 makes finding a reliable full-size stroller on a budget doable: at under $200, it includes car seat adapters, a cup holder and a rain cover—items that would typically cost extra—and features a pramette bassinet-to-seat conversion unit that eliminates the need for a separate bassinet purchase entirely. That matters, because price was a top priority for 46 percent of moms in our survey.

Our tester Krysten, mom to a 3-month-old, says it best: “For the price, this stroller feels like an absolute steal. It falls in the lower price range, but the quality, durability and features feel more in line with a mid-range or even premium stroller.”

Newborn and toddler configurations
Krysten appreciated that instead of a separate bassinet and seat attachment, the Meteor 2 features a 2-in-1 pramette. Like a bassinet, a pramette has high sides and a lie-flat position, but unlike a bassinet, it is the seat itself reclined fully flat while baby stays secured in the harness. Requiring just a few clicks and a strap adjustment to go from pramette to toddler seat, Krysten found the transformation “simple and intuitive,” adding, “It saves space and keeps things streamlined.”

The pramette itself is spacious, well-padded and made from breathable fabric, keeping Krysten's baby comfortable throughout warm-weather walks. “On a 76-degree sunny day, my baby didn’t sweat or overheat, so the breathability felt just right,” she says.

As baby grows into the toddler seat, the one-hand recline and adjustable footrest make it easy to quickly adjust the seat position. The large hood offers good sun coverage, though it could benefit from mesh side panels for better airflow and visibility, Krysten tells us. It has just one magnetic flap opening at the top of the canopy with breathable mesh, which, for her, felt limited on warmer days.

Push and maneuverability
“Pushing this stroller on flat ground was a breeze, even with my 17-week-old, who weighs about 16 pounds,” notes Krysten. “It felt incredibly light and easy to steer. At one point, I was able to gently guide it forward using just two fingers on the handlebar.”

Krysten found curves and tighter spaces were easily handled by the Meteor 2. “Even through narrow entryways or along neighborhood sidewalks,” says Krysten. “The turning radius is tight enough to pivot easily without having to back up and readjust.”

While the Meteor 2 isn’t designed for rough terrain, Krysten found it did perform well on everyday surfaces such as sidewalks, grassy parks and the occasional bumpy path. It’s worth noting, however, that the tires on the Meteor 2 are made from EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate). EVA tires aren’t ideal for rugged ground as they don’t have the same grip, shock absorption or durability as the rubber or PU (polyurethane) foam-filled tires that are generally found on more premium full-size strollers.

Fold and storage
Krysten found the Meteor 2 fold “pretty simple,” though she did need to set her baby down first to use two hands—Mompush advertises a one-handed fold, but that wasn't the case in Krysten's experience. Not unusual for a new stroller, according to Wade Elliott, the founder of Stroller Workshop, who notes it's worth thinking about “not just the folding process, but how the folded package will be to lift, carry, store at home or pack in the trunk.” And on that front, the Meteor 2 stacks up well.

While you might expect more bulk at a budget price, the Meteor 2 is actually a few pounds lighter than the Cruz V3. At 23.2 pounds—roughly the weight of a case of bottled water—it was lightweight enough for Krysten to lift and carry on her own and load into the back of her Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Meteor 2 can be folded as one piece with the seat attached, leaving more room for groceries or other gear, or the seat can be separated for a lighter carry. For hallway, porch or closet storage, the folded frame stands on its own with the handle adjusted to a 90-degree angle.

Dimensions (open): 38" (L) x 23.6" (W) x 43.3" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 25.2" (L) x 33.9" (W) x 6.7" (H) (with seat); 25.2" (L) x 33.9" (W) x 9.4" (H) (without seat) | Weight: 23.2 lbs. | Capacity: 50 lbs | Newborn ready: Yes | One-handed fold: No | Car seat compatible: Yes | Basket capacity: 10 lbs. | Rear wheel size: 9.4"

The Bump Takeaway: The Joie Baby Ginger DLX earns a Best of The Bump award for best mid-price full-size stroller thanks to its easy-to-use features and impressive handling of both rough and smooth terrain. As a newborn-ready stroller, it hits the sweet spot between entry-level budget and premium pricing.

At under $400, the Joie Baby Ginger DLX offers mid-range pricing with a glide-like push that feels like it costs much more—and that tracks across rough terrain too. The included pramette mode means the stroller can be used from birth with no separate bassinet purchase. Tester Chastin felt the value was so strong she’d have happily paid more. “If the price were 20 percent higher, I would still feel it offered solid value,” she says.

Push and maneuverability
Both testers—Chastin, who used it at the ballpark and on gravel, and Kira, who pushed it on neighborhood sidewalks and park terrain with a newborn on one arm and a one-year-old in the seat—found the Joie easy and light to push. “It felt like it was just gliding along the sidewalk,” Kira says. “Took barely any effort at all.” Impressively, on rougher ground, Chastin found it controlled equally well. “The suspension did a great job absorbing bumps and vibrations,” she says. “Even on particularly uneven ground, the ride felt smooth and controlled compared to many standard strollers.”

Behind that performance: 10.25-inch rear and 8-inch front foam-filled rubber tires with all-wheel suspension—slightly larger wheels than the Cruz V3, at a significantly lower price point. The turning is responsive enough that Kira steered with one hand while holding her newborn in the other, and Chastin's 2-year-old rode comfortably across loose gravel at the ballpark without her breaking a sweat.

Newborn and toddler configurations
Like our budget pick, the Mompush Meteor 2, the Joie's seat converts from a lie-flat pramette into a toddler seat rather than requiring a separate bassinet attachment—and Kira and Chastin loved the convenience. “The pramette design saves storage space and eliminates the need to switch between multiple components,” Kira says. “I prefer having it all in one.” Both testers pointed to the breathable fabrics, firm sleeping surface and smooth ride. “I would feel confident allowing my baby to nap in the pramette during walks,” Kira says.

The conversion between pramette and toddler seat is one-handed and took both testers around a minute—and it got easier each time. The reversible seat can be turned parent-facing or world-facing in around 15 seconds, Kira found, and reclining the seat could be done just as quickly and one-handed. But it’s the recline itself that jumped out to Chastin. “The recline was one of the features I appreciated most because it offered a comfortable upright position for when my child wanted to look around and explore, while also reclining far enough for rest and naps,” she tells us. And once baby's down, the canopy provides generous coverage and a peekaboo window for easy check-ins.

The real stand-out for both parent testers is the five-point harness, which adjusts to three heights without rethreading—a detail Kira appreciated when switching between kids. “The harness adjusted easily and provided a secure fit for both my 1-year-old and 3-year-old,” she says.

Fold and storage
The Joie folds down to a shape comparable to “a large suitcase,” Kira says and Chastin found it “compact and slim enough to fit comfortably in my vehicle without taking up the entire trunk.” The fold requires two hands, so you'll need to set your baby down first, and there's a brief learning curve—both testers noted the fold buttons sit close to the handlebar adjustment buttons, which caused some initial confusion. But once they got familiar with the process, both found it quick and straightforward. It self-stands when folded and at 26.7 pounds, the Joie is manageable to lift and load—Kira compared the weight to “a very loaded laundry basket.”

Dimensions (open): 37.3" (L) x 24.5" (W) x 46.7" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 31.7" (L) x 24.5" (W) x 21" (H) | Weight: 26.67 lbs. | Capacity: 50 lbs | Newborn ready: Yes | One-handed fold: No | Car seat compatible: Yes | Basket capacity: 10 lbs. | Rear wheel size: 10.25"

The Bump Takeaway: With its high-quality bassinet, good handling over a range of terrains and plentiful inclusion of useful accessories, The Mompush Ultimate 3 earns a Best of The Bump award for best mid-price full-size stroller with bassinet.

If you loved the price of the Joie Baby Ginger DLX but have your heart set on a true bassinet, the Mompush Ultimate 3 is worth the step up. Unlike a pramette—where the seat reclines flat but your baby is still secured in a harness—a dedicated bassinet has no straps, allowing your baby to stretch, kick and wiggle freely. As pediatric physical therapist Dr. Allison Mell explains, “those small movements help build strength, integrate primitive reflexes and give valuable sensory input.”

For less than $600 with the bassinet included, you’re also getting large all-terrain wheels, all-wheel suspension, a reversible seat, a rain cover and a cup holder, making it one of the most complete out-of-the-box packages at this price point. Our tester Elina, mom of a 4-month-old and 3-year-old, called it “a luxury-level stroller that fully matches its value”—and felt so strongly about the price that she said even if it cost another $100+, it would still be a reasonable buy.

Newborn and toddler configurations
The bassinet is the star of the show here—and Elina’s 4-month-old confirmed it, often falling asleep quickly and sleeping peacefully during walks. “My baby appeared very comfortable and safe inside,” she says. It’s spacious enough to accommodate babies up to 20 pounds, with a supportive mattress, breathable fabrics and a hood that Elina says protected her baby from the elements. The bassinet sits parent-facing, keeping your newborn in eyesight and within easy reach throughout your walk.

As baby grows and their curiosity grows with them, the toddler seat—with a near lie-flat recline for naps—can be switched to world-facing to take in the view. Elina’s almost-4-year-old fit “just about perfectly,” she says, though his legs were beginning to extend beyond the footrest—a sign he'll be approaching the upper limit before long. “I do think that by age 4 to 5 the seat will start to feel too small,” she notes. But that doesn’t mean retirement for the Ultimate 3. A compatible stroller board (sold separately), $69.99, provides older siblings with a ride-along option.

Push and maneuverability
Elina pushed the Ultimate 3 on asphalt roads, bumpy park paths and to the grocery store—often with the basket loaded. “Even with groceries or heavier items in the basket, it doesn't become difficult to push and stays easy to control,” she says. In fact, she often found she could push with just one hand—and with a cup holder included, she could enjoy the rare luxury of a free hand.

The larger-than-average 11.8-inch polyurethane rear tires and four-wheel suspension make steering responsive and light. “Because the stroller has high, wide and large wheels, it is very easy to maneuver on uneven terrain,” Elina says. “The large wheels make a big difference in comfort and performance, allowing it to move smoothly without much effort.”

Fold and storage
The aluminum frame keeps the weight manageable, and Elina noticed that benefit when folding and lifting—calling the process “quick and practical.” She compared the weight to carrying a medium suitcase or a heavy bag of groceries, though she noted she wouldn't be able to fold or unfold it while holding a baby, as both hands are needed. The folded shape is compact rather than slim—“bulkier than I expected,” Elina says, “but still manageable.” On the plus side, the stroller self-stands when folded, making hallway or closet storage doable.

Dimensions (open): 38.2" (L) x 25" (W) x 43.7" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 31.3" (L) x 25" (W) x 16.5" (H) | Weight: 28.3 lbs. | Capacity: 50 lbs | Newborn ready: Yes | One-handed fold: No | Car seat compatible: Yes | Basket capacity: 13.2 lbs. | Rear wheel size: 11.8"

The Bump Takeaway: Boasting a boxy fold with a small footprint, the Nuna MIXX Next is a newborn-ready stroller that doesn’t compromise on maneuverability and quality, earning it a Best of The Bump award for best full-size stroller with compact fold.

Parents in our survey were clear: trunk fit and portability are among the biggest pain points, and one of the most common reasons a full-size stroller gets used less than it should. I hear you—and I’ve been there, slinging my 25-pound toddler on my back at the zoo rather than squeezing my full-size stroller into an already cramped trunk. The Nuna MIXX Next was built for parents who don’t want to make that trade-off.

It delivers the standout features we’ve highlighted in our other favorite full-size strollers, like a true lie-flat recline for newborns, large wheels, springy all-wheel suspension and longevity well into the preschool years. But what sets it apart is its cubic compact fold, which fits into trunks and storage spaces where traditional flat-folding full-size strollers can’t.

Fold, size and design
Many full-size strollers fold into a long, flat package that stretches across the cargo area of your trunk. And for the 23 percent of moms we spoke to who favor a compact fold, it’s a length that rarely works. The MIXX Next folds differently: into a compact cube that stands upright, more like a large cooler or suitcase.

It's not dramatically smaller overall but it does have a lower cubic fold volume than most and its shape uses space differently. Instead of having a long folded footprint that takes up most of the trunk floor, the MIXX Next can stand upright against the side or back of the cargo area, leaving more usable space beside it for groceries, luggage or other gear. At home, it can be stored neatly in a corner or by your door, without taking over a room. What really helps is its ability to fold compactly with the seat in either parent-facing or forward-facing direction, giving you a compact shape for both stages.

The fold does require two hands and took our tester Sarah a few tries to master before becoming straightforward. A single latch keeps the stroller folded, though she wished there were two to keep the fold more secure. It self-stands when folded, which Sarah appreciated, and its upright shape makes it easy to tuck into a garage, closet or entryway.

Push and maneuverability
One of the most-loved features of the MIXX Next is its smooth ride over bumpy ground, thanks to the springy all-wheels suspension and 11-inch foam-filled rear wheels. “We went on walks that included turns, going over bumps and curbs, as well as uneven grassy fields, and this stroller handled it all great," says Sarah, who tested the MIXX Next with her newborn. Sarah was also very impressed with the stroller’s maneuverability, another bonus of the responsive suspension system. “It's easy to steer one-handed, and the turn radius is fantastic,” she enthuses.

Newborn setup
The compact fold isn't the only feature that might convince a parent to buy the MIXX Next. Case in point: Sarah's favorite feature was the reversible seat that lies nearly flat and is suitable for newborns. “I love that I can just take my baby out of the car seat and place them in the stroller with the seat in full recline.”

The reversible seat adds flexibility for those early weeks and beyond—enabling you to keep baby parent-facing without the additional expense of a bassinet. The water-repellent UPF 50+ canopy is deeper than average for good sun coverage, with built-in ventilation panels that Sarah particularly appreciated. “So baby can get good air circulation,” she says—an important detail for newborns who can’t yet regulate their body temperature.

Dimensions (open): 32.7" (L) x 23.6" (W) x 45.3" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 27.5" (L) x 23.6" (W) x 19" (H) | Weight: 28.3 lbs | Capacity: 50 lbs | Newborn ready: Yes | One-handed fold: No | Car seat compatible: Yes | Basket capacity: 10 lbs. | Rear wheel size: 11"

The Bump Takeaway: The Joolz Hub² earns a Best of The Bump award for best full-size stroller for city life because its lightweight frame, compact wheels and narrow profile mean you can carry it up a 1914 walk-up apartment staircase—just ask our tester—and turn on a dime through busy streets and tight café doorways without breaking a sweat.

Does a stroller you can push with one hand while opening a café door with the other, carry up a flight of stairs without breaking a sweat and pivot in a tight elevator without clipping the walls sound like the one for you? For just over 40 percent of the moms we surveyed, a full-size stroller that easy to pick up and carry is the dream. The Joolz Hub² is the lightest and most narrow full-size stroller in our lineup, and shares some of the portability of a true lightweight stroller, while offering full-size performance.

Our tester Rebecca, who used it on Milwaukee city streets, through local shops, an event center and a paved park trail, found it delivered on all of those fronts. “I really enjoyed the design at the city zoo and at the performing arts center with tight turns and small spaces,” she says—exactly the kinds of environments where a less nimble stroller can become a headache.

Push and maneuverability
At 19.4 pounds with a slim 20-inch profile, the Joolz Hub² is the lightest and narrowest full-size stroller in our lineup—and at first glance, our second tester Tandra was skeptical. “I thought it would be harder to push, much like an umbrella stroller,” she says. Instead, Tara found the Joolz easy to push, turn and pivot with just one hand, and a thin frame she found made it easy to maneuver tight spaces. “It was such a smooth ride for my baby,” she says. Rebecca echoes the praise: “Going up and down curbs was smooth and the overall suspension was gentle.”

Fold and portability
The Hub² has the smallest folded footprint of any full-size stroller in our lineup. Once folded, a built-in crossbar handle and stretchy shoulder strap make it easier to carry than many full-size strollers. For the parents we surveyed, these are the thoughtful features that make navigating stairs or hopping on public transit a whole lot easier. And while no one really wants to carry a stroller up a flight of stairs, sometimes that’s the trade-off of city living—and Rebecca put it to the test. “It fit easily up the stairs of my 1914 building and was light to carry,” she says. Being nearly 10 pounds lighter than many full-size strollers is the difference between taking the stroller and leaving it at home—or throwing out your back.

The fold has a learning curve—both testers needed a few tries before it felt natural, and neither found it truly one-handed. “Once I got used to the turning motion I still needed two hands to collapse the stroller,” Rebecca tells us. Tandra agrees, finding she couldn't fold it while holding her baby. That said, both found it quick and manageable once familiar, and the stroller is lightweight enough that the two-handed fold feels less like a burden than it might on a heavier model.

Newborn and toddler configurations
Out of the box, the Hub² seat reclines to a near lie-flat position, making it suitable for newborn use. Both of our testers used the optional carrycot , $249, a rigid bassinet that clicks onto the frame and allows babies to lie completely flat.

“The bassinet provided plenty of room,” says Tandra, who found her baby was “so busy looking around he just laid there comfortably and happy during all our walks.” And once your baby outgrows it or when it's not in use, Rebecca appreciated that it folds flat for storage, especially important when space is premium. “I was able to flatten the carrycot and store it easily in my car and in my second-story walk up apartment,” she says.

One downside of such a compact stroller is limited seat size for older toddlers. Tandra's 4-year-old was just about able to ride comfortably in the seat, though his head brushed the canopy. Rebecca’s nearly 4-year-old had a similar issue, and just couldn’t fit with the canopy in place. But for younger toddlers, Tandra appreciated the seat’s upright positioning, which gave her curious child a good view of the world. “The quality of this stroller is great,” she says, “and the easy-to-use features, such as the recline in the stroller, makes it match the price.”

Dimensions (open): 32.2" (L) x 20.7" (W) x 42.5" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 11.5" (L) x 20.7" (W) x 26.2" (H) | Weight: 19.4 lbs. | Capacity: 48.5 lbs. | Newborn ready: Yes | One-handed fold: No | Car-seat compatible: No | Basket capacity: 22 lbs | Rear wheel size: 7.8"

The Bump Takeaway: The Mockingbird Single-to-Double 3.0 earns a Best of The Bump award for best full-size stroller for growing families because it offers meaningful flexibility, easy-to-use features and an impressive smooth ride at a relatively affordable price.

If you’re planning to expand your family—whether now or a few years down the road—the last thing you want is to spend your entire budget on a stroller. The Mockingbird Single-to-Double 3.0 starts as a full-size single stroller at $549—nearly half the price of comparable single-to-doubles—and grows with your family when you need it to, adding a second seat, bassinet or stroller board without requiring a whole new stroller.

Our tester Jennifer, who used it with a 1-month-old and a 3-year-old across concrete sidewalks, brick paths, packed dirt trails and inside stores, found it handled everything daily life threw at her, and then some.

Newborn setup
Out of the box, the Mockingbird 3.0 is only rated for children 3 months and up. To use it from birth, you’ll need one of three newborn accessories—all sold separately. The most budget-friendly is the infant insert, $45, which pairs with the toddler seat in its true lie-flat position and adds the head and neck support newborns need. For a more traditional setup, the bassinet, $160, sits parent-facing on the frame. A car seat adapter, $50, is also available for quick transitions from car to stroller.

Jennifer tested both the bassinet and car seat adapter and loved each for different reasons. The bassinet was where her 1-month-old got cozy. “My baby fell asleep and stayed asleep easily almost every time we took him out,” Jennifer says. It features mesh ventilation and an extra visor panel that Jennifer put to good use in the rain—“he stayed totally dry but still had plenty of airflow.” Meanwhile, using the car seat adapter setup as a travel system for shorter strolls, Jennifer reported the stroller felt “exceptionally light.”

Growing family configurations
With 44 possible configurations accommodating one or two (or three children with an additional stroller board), there’s no shortage of ways to ride. Crucially, in double mode, you can position your newborn parent-facing at the top, giving you a clear view in those early months. While you might expect that much flexibility to be complicated, Jennifer found the opposite. “It's super simple to convert from single to double or vice versa,” she says—almost too simple. Jennifer’s 3-year-old discovered the release buttons early on, occasionally disconnecting parts mid-outing. “We’ve learned to check the white buttons before we start strolling,” she says. “Luckily it’s easy to tell at a glance whether they’re fully locked in.”

Five recline settings take children from fully flat to an upright position, and Jennifer’s 3-year-old fit comfortably with plenty of headroom—she loved the seat so much she wanted to climb into it at home even when they weren’t going anywhere. As for Jennifer, her favorite detail was the magnetic buckle: “It’s easy to get on quickly,” she says, adding “after a few tries, my toddler is learning how to do it herself”—though unbuckling remains toddler-proof.

For families with a larger age gap, the stroller board, $115, lets an older sibling ride along while a younger one takes the seat. Jennifer tested the board with her 3-year-old and liked the fact that it sits to the side, rather than centrally.

Push and maneuverability
In single mode, Jennifer could steer and push the Mockingbird 3.0 one-handed, thanks to all-wheel suspension, swivel front wheels and a light-to-push feel. “With just one hand placed anywhere along the handlebar, I have zero problems steering it where I want to go," she says—including through doorways, stores and office spaces. The 9-inch rear wheels and 7-inch front wheels are mid-range in size, but Jennifer found the suspension more than compensated on everyday surfaces, comparing it to her jogging stroller. This gave the Mockingbird a surprisingly smooth ride even on brick sidewalks and rocky dirt roads.

That said, Joan Muratore of Consumer Reports notes, “larger wheels do help you maneuver over bumpy or irregular terrain”—and the smaller wheel size could explain why curbs required more effort than Jennifer expected. “I do find it difficult to get over curbs—I'm surprised by how much I need to push to get the front wheels to lift up,” she says.

As a double, Jennifer found the Mockingbird heavy to push but surprisingly maneuverable. “I took it down busy sidewalks where I had to dodge people at the last second, and I was always able to steer it where I wanted. I even took it inside a restaurant bathroom, and was able to maneuver it through multiple doors (with some effort and a bit of strategy),” she tells us.

Fold and storage
In single mode,Jennifer appreciated the one-handed fold and found the size manageable (even though the fold is on the larger side). “It fits in my trunk fairly easily,” she says, “and while it’s a bit heavy to lift and takes a bit of back and forth wiggling to get inside, once it’s in, I still have plenty of space in the trunk for other things.”

In double mode, the fold requires two hands—and although you don't need to detach a seat to fold, Jennifer found she needed to remove one to fit the stroller into her sedan.

As a mom of two, Jennifer had no shortage of stuff to pack on outings—and the 25-pound basket held everything securely even when fully loaded. “I love how big the basket is,” Jennifer says. “Nothing has fallen out even when I load it up with several items.”

The toddler footrest unzips to let debris fall out easily—“genius,” Jennifer says. And the side pockets gave her 3-year-old somewhere to stash her most beloved belongings too: snacks, toys and rocks.

Dimensions (open): 33" (L) x 25.5" (W) x 40" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 34" (L) x 25.4" (W) x 18" (H) | Weight: 28 lbs. (36 lbs. with 2 seats) | Capacity: 50 lbs. (45 lbs. in each seat in double mode) | Newborn ready: Yes | One-handed fold: Yes | Car-seat compatible: Yes | Basket capacity: 25 lbs. | Rear wheel size: 9"

The Bump Takeaway: The Thule Urban Glide 3 earns the Best of The Bump award for best full-size stroller for all terrains because its large air-filled tires, lockable swivel front wheel and twist hand brake deliver a smooth ride from gravel trails to the grocery store to the ballpark. And with a bassinet option, it does all of that from day one.

When it comes to performance over rough terrain, our experts are clear: you need large wheels, air-filled tires and suspension that can absorb what the ground throws at you. And for the 32 percent of parents in our survey who prioritized a stroller that can handle rough terrain, that isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s the difference between a stroller that feels fine on a bumpy sidewalk and one you’ll actually take on gravel roads, park paths and grassy sidelines.

When they took the Thule Urban Glide 3 out, and our product testers didn't take it easy on any one feature. Morgan took it across gravel farm roads and sidewalks with a 4-month-old in the bassinet and again with her 2-year-old in the seat. Jennifer pushed it on rural asphalt roads with ruts and potholes, gravel paths through woods, deep gravel at a baseball field and smooth suburban sidewalks—terrain that would make most full-size strollers shudder. The Urban Glide 3 handled it all.

Push and maneuverability
The Urban Glide 3’s 16-inch air-filled rear wheels are the largest of any stroller in our lineup—and Jennifer felt the difference immediately. "It glided so easily that it felt like it was propelling itself at times,” she says. Morgan agrees: “It moves incredibly smoothly and easily—it feels lighter than my BOB jogging stroller.” At 26.2 pounds, it is one of the lighter off-road strollers and that's largely thanks to the aluminum frame, which (paired with steel and nylon parts) feels premium without the heft.

On smooth surfaces, the swivel front wheel keeps steering light and responsive—lock it on rough terrain and the stroller tracks straight with real confidence. Morgan pushed up and down inclines on gravel farm roads and found it "pretty easy" regardless of whether she was using it with her 4-month-old in the bassinet or her 2-year-old in the seat. “I felt in control the whole time,” she says. Jennifer took it further, running one-handed with her 14-month-old across rough ground without concern of losing control or veering.

A feature that sets the Urban Glide 3 apart from every other stroller in our lineup is the twist hand brake—a jogging stroller-style control that gives added downhill grip on gravel paths and trails. Jennifer needed a run or two to get used to the twist design but came to appreciate it. “The hand brake was easy to use during runs and required very little effort,” she says. “I quickly grew to prefer it over the squeeze design of many other jogging strollers.”

Newborn and toddler configurations
The Urban Glide 3 isn’t newborn-ready out of the box—the seat doesn’t recline to a flat or near-flat position, so the bassinet, $299.95, is required for use from birth. It's an additional expense, but Morgan found it worth every penny. “I loved the bassinet,” she says. Her 5-month-old fit well, the mattress felt supportive and comfortable and the bassinet kept him shielded from the elements on gravel farm road walks. “I definitely felt like he was safe and secure,” Morgan says.

The generously sized hood added to his comfort too—“it was great with lots of adjustability,” Morgan says—keeping the sun out of his eyes and his sensitive skin shielded from the rays. The view window let her check on him without stopping, and the mesh panel at the back kept air circulating on warmer days.

Morgan also found it worked well for her toddler. “My 2-year-old fit great in the seat, though I do wish it was a little deeper of a seat to be more comfortable. There was a footrest that was easy to adjust and the hood was great with lots of adjustability to keep the sun out of her eyes,” she explains.

Fold and storage
Both testers appreciated the ease of the one-handed fold. “It's a very straightforward process and I love that it locks closed automatically,” Morgan says. You can take the wheels off to save space in your trunk and unfolding is just as simple: Unhook the fastener and then pull it up, then adjust the handlebars.

The self-standing feature is a useful storage detail—though Jennifer found it took some trial and error to figure out. “The self-stand feature only works if the locking clip is not engaged and there must be a little bit of separation to help widen the stance of the handlebar,” she explains, adding that it’s something not detailed in the instruction manual or manufacturer videos.

The covered basket is generous. Jennifer fit her large backpack-style diaper bag with room to spare for a jacket and snacks. The zip closure keeps contents secure on bumpier terrain, though Morgan found it slightly harder to access than an open basket. One notable omission at this price point: a cup holder isn’t included. Still, for Jennifer the true value for money is in the Urban Glide 3’s effortless push which she notes easily outperforms its competition. “The large canopy and storage basket were also standout features that made this stroller my favorite of the bunch,” she adds.

Dimensions (open): 48.4" (L) x 27.2" (W) x 45.3" (H) | Dimensions (folded): 34.6" (L) x 22.8" (W) x 12.2" (H) | Weight: 26.2 lbs. | Capacity: 49 lbs. | Newborn ready: No | One-handed fold: Yes | Car-seat compatible: Yes | Basket capacity: 15 lbs | Rear wheel size: 16"