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A pram will be one of the largest investments you make as a parent. However, the right model will simplify your life starting from the first day - and even after toddlerhood.
Our expert test drove this high-end pram that ticks all the boxes: luxe fabrics, a large basket, puncture-proof tires and frames that convert from a lay-flat carrycot into a double running pushchair.
iCandy Peach 7
The iCandy Peach 7 is the most popular choice for parents who want an elegant, luxurious and stylish travel system. It comes with all the features you'd expect from a top pram and is able to be adjusted as your baby grows into toddlerhood. It includes a spacious seat and carrycot that can be switched to either facing the world or parents and an integrated ride-on board for older siblings. You can also add a car seat that is compatible to create a complete travel system.
It comes with a range of accessories that match as part of the Complete Bundle including a changing bag, cup holder, and parasol which Gemma says makes it great value for money. The zippered pocket on the seat and the canopy that can be extended make it a useful item.
A key upgrade this year is the improved suspension and upgraded fabrics that provide an easier ride for your baby. iCandy has also added a head-hugging, hood to support the neck and shoulders of your child as they expand. The seat is now 20mm longer and padded to provide a comfy ride. There's a new easy-slide pop up harness, and the apron that fastens to the front features an extended storm flap to provide extra weather protection.
The iCandy Peach 7 has an extra-large barless storage basket with a 10kg capacity that can be used to store coats, shopping bags, and other things. It is accessible by lifting the seat using elevators which make it easier to get your child into and out of the seat. A multi-position recline, adjustable calf support and an zipped footmuff are also beneficial features. This model comes with an adjustable bar bumper that allows you to reach your baby without having to remove the bar for the bumper.
iCandy Orange 3
The iCandy Orange is an elegant and practical pram and car seat, designed to be a perfect fit for the family lifestyle and grow with your child. It's stylish and has premium appearance as well as clever features and plush fabrics. This is one of the most expensive prams however it's worth the price for a premium, stylish pushchair that can make your family stand out in a crowd.
The 2021 update upgraded the iCandy Orange by adding lighter wheels and a more comfortable seating. The soft, cushioned fabrics are color blocked to give the design a a sleek and sophisticated look. It's also a stroller that is practical, with a recline that's easy to use, and cinema seating for the best comfort for your child.
One of the most interesting features is the Ride-on Board that is integrated, which allows you to connect a toddler's board to the Orange frame to create a double travel system. This is an innovative feature that is sure to delight parents of older siblings.
Seats and carrycots can be set in a world-facing or parent-facing mode and will give you the flexibility you need for your everyday journeys. It's wonderful to have this level of flexibility in a compact double buggy, and it will provide you with peace of mind knowing that your children will be close to you while exploring the world on their own.
The iCandy Orange takes a little time to put together, but it is very easy. Once it's ready to use, you can simply press the triggers on both sides of the chassis to fold and it will lock automatically. When folded, it also can stand on its own. This is an excellent feature. This is a stroller that can be used with confidence, even if your child begins to walk.
Bugaboo Fox 3
The Fox 3 is a new generation of Bugaboo's famous flagship stroller. It is sleek, modern and hard to beat. The Fox 3's premium fabric innovative designs, stylish appearance will make your baby standout.
It is lightweight and durable, making it easy to maneuver. It features large, puncture-proof tires with 4-wheel suspension for an easy ride on any terrain or bumps. It also features central joint suspension for soft bouncing and a new spacious bassinet that's as comfortable for your baby and convenient for you to use. Its distinctive peek a boo window and breeze panel will allow your baby to rest comfortably and be fascinated by their surroundings.
The most recent version of the Fox series is available in a variety of colourways as well as for the seat and the bassinet frame. The chassis is also available in graphite to add a an updated look to the design. The chassis has also been equipped with functional touch points in white that make it easy to navigate.
Another exciting new feature of the Fox 3 is its practical one-hand folding mechanism. It is possible to fold the chassis, carrycot or sports chair separately to fit it in your trunk or put it in the corner of your living room. This feature is perfect for parents who are always traveling and want to be able take their pram with them in the car or with them on an airplane.
The Fox 3 is a true all-terrain stroller and is capable of taking you from the mountains to the sea and everywhere between. The huge, puncture-proof tires and advanced 4-wheel suspension give a comfortable ride for your child. The unique central joint and suspension makes it featherlight and agile in the face of curbs and steps.
Stokke Xplory X
Stokke, an Scandanavian brand that is known for its designer twists on childhood essentials such as high chairs and cots has made its market-leading Xplory Stroller to a new level with its latest model. The upscale model can be used starting at the time of birth and offers the safety quality, style, and quality that parents demand without sacrificing style or luxury.
The Xplory X from Stokke is the first stroller to lift your child up to eye level with you. This comes with a host of advantages including more interaction, stronger bonds more comfort and a safer ride. The Xplory is also narrow and agile, with greater maneuverability thanks to the swivel wheels and single-handed steering. It can be fitted with a carrycot suitable for infants and an infant car seat pram seat for travel systems, and a wheeled board that is suitable for toddlers and siblings.
The Xplory is given a luxurious appearance thanks to a range of new fabrics. Buttery soft, PFC free leatherette is used for the seat rail and handlebar with branded webbing and 3D-engraved harness pads. A spacious shopping bag replaces the V6's origami-style folding design and matches, and there is a new footrest to provide additional leg support to your growing baby.
The Xplory can also be purchased with a newborn carry cot, and the patented Xplory adaptors that allow it to be used with the majority of the major brands of infant car seat. It can be used from the moment your baby is born, so long as the weight of your baby does not exceed 22 kilograms. The stroller also includes essential accessories, such as raincover and a foot muff. The Xplore is priced in the premium category, in line with the Bugaboo Lynx and Silver Cross Pioneer 2020, with prices starting at PS845. The Xplory stroller can be used between 6 months and 22kg (approximately 4 years) and the newborn carry cot is available for an additional PS205.
Salsa 4
The Salsa 4 is the four-wheeled "brother", to the three-wheeled Salsa 3 Style. It's an easy-going, lightweight pram and car seat for your baby. Its wheel suspension and ball bearings help to stop the frame from getting shaken by bumps. The Overnight Sleep mattress together with the protective blanket with a zip will ensure that your child sleeps well even on long trips.
It also comes with a large shopping basket and a large sun canopy. You can bring all the essentials for your child's outings with you, including a car seat and a rain cover. The canopy can be adjusted in height and both the footrest and backrest can be adjusted to ensure your child is comfortable.
Salsa 4 by ABC Design is a stroller that is designed to grow with your child. It includes a carrycot that can be used from birth and a foldable pushchair that can be used from six months. The seat can be placed in both a parent-facing and an open-air direction, and is easily attached to the chassis.
The pneumatic tyres on the stroller and the wheel suspension provide the feeling of being on the clouds. Its front wheels are 360-degree swivelable, making it easy for you to maneuver over uneven surfaces. It is also very light and agile, making it simple to move through tight spaces.
The ABC Design Salsa 4 pram is a light, flexible stroller that can grow with your child. The reclining seat can be adjusted to fit your baby's comfort. The pram also has an ample and movable shopping basket, and is extremely quiet to drive. It is also a very affordable option. The ABC Design Salsa 4 comes in a variety of colors, and is a unique design that will make you stand out.