UPPAbaby Strollers: Reviews & Ratings

Relative newcomers to the world of baby strollers, UPPAbaby was started by Bob and Lauren Monahan out of Boston. Bob is an inventor and product developer who had stints working for Reebok, Ford, Safety 1st and The First Years. His experience as both a dad and his work bring UPPAbaby strollers to the top with their well thought out designs with parents in mind.

Bob's business partner and wife Lauren does the public relations and has a major influence in the design features. She also provides legal and strategic input for the company with her Reebok licensing experience.

Child safety and environmental protection are both important to this company. UPPAbaby uses environmentally safe materials for their strollers that promote good health too, like the bassinet on the Vista. Warehouses are set up on both coasts of the US for faster shipping and returned service parts are recycled.

UPPAbaby strollers have two attractive umbrella models: the G-Lite and G-Luxe, with more features. The Vista is a convertible stroller with reversing seat and matching bassinet. It's the all-in-one stroller for moms who want maximum versatility. The new Cruz is slightly smaller and doesn't come with a bassinet, but is ideal for moms who still want a stylish stroller with reversing seat.

UPPAbaby reviews have been phenomenal. Let's take a closer look at these fabulous UPPAbaby strollers!

G-Lite

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"Lite" is the perfect description as the smallest of the UPPAbaby strollers. Weighing a mere 8.8 pounds, the G-Lite can still hold up to 50 pounds, making this your stroller of choice to take with you on all those everyday errands.

While similar models like the Maclaren Volo have sling seats, the G-Lite has a soft, cushy seat pad that you can remove and wash. The pad also has StainDefend, to keep it looking pretty. Other features include tall ergonomic handles for your comfort, hand-operated opening triggers (no need to unfold with your foot) and an elevated rear frame to reduce toe stubs while walking.

How do customers feel about their G-Lite UPPAbaby strollers? Recent reviews give it 4 & 5 stars for convenience, especially for vacation travel. Parents rave about the soft cushiony seat, the huge sun canopy and easy maneuverability. Parents Magazine calls the G-Lite the "lightest stroller on the block" and a best buy.

G-Luxe

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The UPPAbaby G-Luxe is very popular for several reasons. First it is "lightest full-size reclining umbrella stroller in the US" because it weighs only 11 pounds and reclines to a 120° angle. Even more impressive is that this feather light stroller can hold your child up to 50 pounds!

The G-Luxe has gotten 4 and 4½-star ratings across many different web retailers for such features as the compact stand-alone fold and the enormous SPF50 sun canopy. It's an amazing little stroller with Consumer Reports giving it an excellent mark for maneuverability. The G-Luxe is often compared to the Maclaren Triumph.

Parents use the UPPAbaby G-Luxe for going on family vacations, taking it on airplanes for trips abroad, and keeping it in the car trunk to run everyday errands. It's earned quite a reputation for being one of the absolute best umbrella strollers you can buy today.

Cruz

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I'm so excited about the release of this new UPPAbaby! Can you see why? It is gorgeous! This newest member of luxurious UPPAbaby strollers is lighter in weight than the Vista. The Cruz is the solution for on-the-go parents who want all the features and style of a full-sized stroller in a more compact size. This model comes between the lighter weight G-Luxe and the premium Vista in terms of weight and features.

The seat is full sized with reversing option, and it reclines all the way. Use an infant car seat adapter for your car seat as well. The Cruz has excellent handling and boasts a large, extending sun canopy for your child's protection.

In addition, features like an adjustable height handle and a one-step easy fold with or without the seat attached make the Cruz a breeze to use. However be aware that this model does not come with a bassinet, a rumble seat cannot be used and you cannot use a Vista seat on this model. However a snack tray and stroller board for an older sibling will be available by spring 2012.

Vista

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DOUBLES OPTION This is one of the more popular and well-made luxury convertible strollers. The UPPABaby Vista comes in six fashionable colors (Lindsey/Wheat shown) and a matching bassinet, rain shield and bug screen are all included with your purchase.

The premium Vista is well known for superb maneuverability and is considered to have the best handling. The reversible main seat is super comfortable for your baby and the fold is easy to do. Weighing only 24 pounds with the main seat attached, this is one of the lighter convertible strollers available.

Turn this stroller into a double with the added rumble seat. You will have a few limitations with this option, though. The 2nd seat does not recline and you cannot use the bassinet with the rumble seat in use.

Despite these minor limitations, though, parents just like you ADORE this stroller and regularly give the UPPABaby Vista 4½ and 5 stars! Discover all the amazing aspects of this stylish convertible stroller in the review.

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