For most families, a stroller is a pivotal piece of baby gear that will be used nearly every day, in many different capacities and many different places, for years to come. And the holiday season is no different — from community-wide festive events to initmate family gatherings, and all the traveling that comes with it —ensuring your stroller meets the needs of you family is crucial. 

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But like most major baby gear purchases, there are a lot of options to choose from, which can make shopping for a stroller feel overwhelming. As parents ourselves, we've personally tested dozens of strollers and travel systems. After analyzing our own family's strolling adventures and discussing stroller experiences with our friends, we've taken the guesswork out of finding the best stroller. We've considered all factors such durability, ease of use, travel ability and cost. 

And when it comes to shopping for said stroller, you can rest assured that if we wouldn't use it for our kids, we won't sell it. Safety and cleanliness is a top priority for us. Each stroller — and all of our baby gear inventory, for that matter — undergoes a rigorous inspection and is professionally cleaned to meet the highest standards before it arrives at your doorstep.

So whether you are treating yourself or searching for the perfect, practical gift for a family you love, check out our stroller gift guide for families celebrating the holiday season with little ones. From the ulitmate in flexibility and versatility to exceptional travel options, there is a stroller here for every type of family, both big and small!

Best Adaptable Stroller: UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller

The UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller is a Stork Exchange favorite, and for good reason! The UPPAbaby Vista is inherently designed to grow and adapt with your family. What starts as a single stroller can easily transform to accommodate up to three children with added accessories and adapters giving you the gift of ultimate convenience and sustainability. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller comes with the UPPAbaby Bassinet and can also be used with the MESA Infant Car Seat to create a full travel system (sold separately).

Offering all-wheel suspension, effortless steering and seamless turning, the UPPAbaby Vista also scores major points amongst parents for its reliability. Not to mention unmatched durability, easily providing the same high-level performance year over year, through raising multiple children.

The details matter too, and there's no shortage with the Vista. Check out these additional features that add not just protecton but also practicality:

• Bassinet equipped with bug shield and storage bag
• Toddler seat equipped with a rain shield and bug shield
• Adjustable canopy with a zip-out UPF 50+ sunshade
• 100% full-grain leather accents
• Large storage basket with 30 lb weight limit

While the UPPAbaby Vista V2 is on the larger side, even when folded, the ability to grow as you go is a huge selling point, especially when investing in a keystone piece of gear. 

Best Travel Stroller: Babyzen YOYO

For the family who loves to travel, there is no more perfect gift than the Babyzen YOYO. The Babyzen YOYO is the ultimate lightweight stroller for travel that easily fits in the overhead cabin of major airlines and aircrafts. Super compact with a shoulder carry strap, traveling with the Babyzen YOYO is  a breeze, whether that's in a crowded airport, train station, busy city street, or beyond.

When traveling, manuevarability matters. The Babyzen YOYO is a four-wheel stroller with a suspension system that allows for optimal movement on a variety of rough terrains. And unlike other travel strollers, families agree that the Babyzen YOYO cannot be beat when it comes to stability and wheel quality.

Additional features that adventure loving families rave about include:

• One-hand fold, padded shoulder strap, travel bag
• UPF 50+ canopy
• Storage basket
• Comfortable, well-padded seat
• Machine washable fabric
• Wipe clean frame

Built to fit narrow spaces (think tricky airplane aisles!), the Babyzen YOYO truly is the best gift for families on-the-go. 

Best All-Encompassing Travel System: Evenflo Pivot Modular Travel System

When it comes to options, the Evenflo Pivot Modular Travel System has no shortage of them! This travel system was uniquely designed to accommodate your growing little one with no need for additional parts. The Pivot Travel System has six (6) different configurations with both parent-facing and forward-facing modes, not to mention a fully reclining toddler seat that makes those mid-stroll naps all the more comfy and cozy.

And did we mention seamless — transitioning from car seat to stroller seat to carriage mode with a few simple clicks. And the accompanying LiteMax Infant Car Seat truly is light, easily clicking into the car base and stroller with ease, which is a real win-win when you are faced with tired arms. Parents also agree that the storage capacity of the Pivot Travel System is unmatched, finally a stroller system that offers ample storage to accomodate all that comes with being on-the-go with a baby!

If you're looking for a comprehensive travel system that won't break the bank, consider these additional features that make the Evenflo Pivot Modular Travel System a real winner:

• Self-standing fold
• Child tray and parent cup holder
• Large crusier tires that can tackle sidewalks and rough terrain
• Easy assembly

If you or a family you adore is looking for a truly multifacted, budget-friendly travel system, the Evenflo Pivot Modular Travel System will tick all the right boxes. 

Best Compact: Baby Jogger City Mini Air Lightweight Stroller

For the family that loves to adventure, size and durability are key. The Baby Jogger City Mini Air Lightweight Stroller provides uncompromising agility and with its all-terrain rubber tires, all-wheel suspension and low-profile, this stroller can easily navigate from casual everyday strolls to off the beaten path explorations.  

 Featuring a lightweight aluminum frame and a compact one-step fold, the Baby Jogger City Mini Air Lightweight Stroller is easy to carry and store, making it a great stroller option for families on the move. 

Additional features that make the Baby Jogger City Mini a real standout in the stroller community include:

• A removable leatherette belly bar and magnetic buckle at the stroller harness for easy in and out
• Soft, breathable TENCEL™ blend used on the canopy and padded seat
• Large UV 50+ canopy with a mesh window keeps baby shaded while allowing you to easily check in
• Large storage basket with integrated pockets

PS: If you're searching for a great gift for the theme park loving family, bonus points for the Baby Jogger City Mini being Disney size requirement approved!

Best Wagon: Baby Trend Expedition 2-in-1 Stroller Wagon

As a kid, nothing is more exciting than a wagon ride! From neighborhood walks and hitting the trails to fairs, festivals and everything in between, the Baby Trend Expedition 2-in-1 Stroller Wagon is the perfect solution for you and your little ones when the mission is to pack up and have some fun. Created specifically with utility, safety and style in mind, the Expedition 2-in-1 Stroller Wagon is the ideal gift for the family that loves to spend ample time outdoors. With extra large cargo space, built-in seating and the two 3-point safety harness belt, kids can enjoy and explore their surroundings safely. An extra-large ratcheting canopy and extended visors add extra protection for the elements. 

Parents will also appreciate the well thought out storage solutions including a parent organizer with two cup holders, center console with mesh pocket, and two child cup holders outside of the wagon...plenty of room for hydration and snacks! Not to mention the agility, made possible by 9" rear wheels and durable 7" front wheels for seamless maneuverability.

Additional features that adventurers of all ages will love:

• Flip up/down pull handle to quickly transition from 'push' stroller to 'pull' wagon
• Compact flat fold for easy storage and transportation
• Use from 6 months or once able to sit upright independently, up to 55 lbs per seat

Unbox and assemble your Baby Trend Expedition 2-in-1 Stroller Wagon in under 15 minutes, and you're on your way to endless fun!

Best Take Anywhere Stroller: Zoe Tour Stroller

As a parent, convenience matters, and the Zoe Tour Stroller offers just that. The ideal everyday, take anywhere stroller, the Zoe Tour is compact and lightweight, easily packed away in your trunk and ready to tackle wherever the day may take you. With a car seat adapter, the Zoe Tour can easily take you from birth through toddler age, making it a versatile gift option for young and growing families. 

Additional features that parents and little ones alike, will love:

• At just 12.8 lbs, the Tour is easy to fold while holding your kiddo
• Parent cup holder, child cup holder and snack cup
• Spacious storage basket
• Stain resistant fabric, easy to clean

Made for movement, the Zoe Tour also doubles as the perfect place to catch some Zs, with a four-panel canopy and 140-degree recline, making naps on the go as easy as pie. 

 That's a Wrap!

Whether purchasing for yourself, or gifting to another, remember to take into account lifestyle, budget, and specific needs when evaluating your stroller options. This will help you ensure a quality, comfortable ride that everyone will enjoy!

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