By Belinda Castles
Researcher | Kairangahau
If you’re a parent who likes to keep active with your baby or toddler, you’ll probably be in the market for a three-wheel stroller or pram. Whether it’s a morning jog or a weekend bush walk, three-wheel strollers are perfect for getting out and about.
Three-wheelers have one wheel at the front and two at the back, making them easier to steer than four-wheeled strollers. They’re also more manoeuvrable on uneven ground including grass and bush tracks.
Three-wheelers are also easier to push because of their larger wheels. The larger wheels absorb the bumps, so your baby or toddler stays comfortable while you’re out and about.
We test strollers by checking their safety, durability and ease of use. Our ease-of-use tests put the strollers through their paces in real life situations. This includes pushing the strollers over rough terrain, up and down stairs, and through doorways.
Here are our top three-wheel strollers, plus two you should steer clear of.
If you’re after a smaller stroller or a four-wheel model, our test of 45 prams and strollers has a couple of recommended models for less than $200.
The worst 3-wheel strollers
Best 3-wheel strollers
What about a secondhand pram or stroller?
A durable stroller can last many years (and several children), so buying a secondhand model is a good option to consider.
Before buying a secondhand stroller, do a safety check and inspect the stroller thoroughly for damage, wear and tear. To help you, read our tips for buying a secondhand stroller.
Our stroller test results also include results for 67 discontinued strollers that we’ve previously tested, so you can compare new and older models.
If you buy from a secondhand dealer, then discover the stroller is faulty, you’re covered by the Consumer Guarantees Act. If you buy privately, you’re not.
