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If you're a health-conscious person looking for an jogging stroller, or simply need a stroller to use for everyday use there's a compact three-wheel stroller out there for you. Managing Editor Sentry and Senior Review Writer Wendy Schmitz put these models through the paces on both pavement and off-road surfaces, as well as assessing the comfort of children in the seats.

Stroller Features

The top strollers come with features that make traveling with your baby more convenient. Look for features that make life easier including a big bin for storage, a tray for the parent with cup holders, an adjustable canopy and more when looking for a new stroller. It's important to determine the features that are important to you and your family members and what you can live without.

The BOB Gear Wayfinder, our top-rated jogging stroller with plenty of convenient features to keep moms as well as dads comfortable and happy. The handlebar can be adjusted to three different heights to accommodate caregivers. A wrist strap keeps the stroller from slipping when you're jogging. The Wayfinder comes with the largest sunshade among the strollers we tested and a glass window at the top allows kids to peek out while they rest. Jenni's 3-year-old son found the seat to have comfortable cushion, so bumps in the road didn't bother him.

This jogging stoller features an automatic handbrake that helps you maintain control on slippery surfaces. It folds to the size of a compact, slim package that takes up a tiny space in the trunk of your vehicle, and it can be converted into a travel system using the best infant car seats from brands such as Nuna, Maxi-Cosi, and Cybex using the purchase of an adapter. It also works with the Uppababy Mesa V2 Bassinet.

Solid tires are essential for strollers that will be used on terrains that are rough. While they don't offer the same degree of comfort as foam-filled or air-filled tires, they're ideal for navigating potholes and bumps effortlessly.

This stroller for jogging comes with a fold that requires just two steps. It locks in place when folded, and it's small enough to fit in most elevators. It's not as simple as some of our other four-wheel strollers to maneuver, and the locking mechanism is somewhat difficult to understand. It involves pressing an icon on the front of the stroller, a flap on the foot area, and then lifting the handle. We'd prefer a simpler system that simply clicks into place or opens by pulling.

Stroller Weight

The overall weight of a stroller is a crucial factor to take into account. A stroller that is heavier is more stable and will perform better on rough terrain. However, a lot of parents find that a lighter stroller is easier to maneuver and more suitable for daily use.

Another crucial aspect of a stroller is the size of its wheels and the type. Certain strollers have bigger wheels, such as jogging ones that can make the ride more comfortable for your baby. However, bigger wheels add to the overall weight of the stroller which makes it difficult to fold or transport and store.

Some models in our selection come with air-filled wheels, which provide a comfortable, stable ride for your child on rough terrain. Air-filled tires are prone to flattening, so you will need to replace them. If you intend to travel frequently with your stroller, we recommend a model with solid tires that can stand up to frequent contact with different surfaces and last longer.

Strollers with swivel wheels on the front are ideal for safely navigating escalators and stairs. Falls on escalators or stairs are the most common stroller injuries. They can be especially dangerous for infants. If you cannot avoid using the stairs or escalator in your stroller, we suggest using it only if the child is safely strapped into the seat and hold them close to you as you walk up or down.

Some strollers are a travel system that includes both the car seat as well as the stroller. These products are often more expensive and less convenient than their standalone counterparts, and may not perform well in the long run. Many parents regret purchasing bundle products because they may not have all the features they desire or may not be compatible with their car or child seat. If you are planning to upgrade in the future we recommend you buy a stroller separate from a capsule or car seat.

Stroller Folding

The best 3 wheel compact strollers fold easily and quickly to make transport and storage a breeze. Some even lock in the position automatically after you open them. This feature is particularly beneficial for families who frequently take public transport or drive to walk.

Three-wheel strollers are designed to maneuver around tight spaces like aisles of grocery stores and other areas that are crowded easily. Many are equipped with suspension systems that provide an easier ride. This is especially beneficial on sidewalks that are bumpy.

The Guava Roam is a compact jogging stroller. It's a stylish stroller which can be used as a travel set-up with the matching car seat adapters for Nuna Maxi-Cosi, Nuna and Cybex infant carseats as well as the bassinet for the Uppababy (car seats and stroller boards sold separately). The stroller has simple two-step fold, and locks in place when opened.

A similar stroller with a nice design is the Babyzen Yoyo 2. This stroller is a little more expensive than our top picks but is worth it if you travel a lot or live in a city. The stroller is lightweight and can fold down to a smaller size (20.5 x 17.double buggy 3 wheels x 7.1) and features padding, a detachable five-point harness with no-rethread straps and an ample basket. It can even be used as a pram for newborns or toddlers (with an infant car seat adapter).

Although the Babyzen comes with some nice features, such as an ample recline and additional storage, some parents are dissatisfied with its performance. The seat isn't fully flat when reclined and there are no cups or a tray for snacks for children. The brakes are a bit difficult to activate and the handlebars are too high for certain moms.

The Graco Fastaction stroller is designed to be as light as it is possible, but without the comfort or convenience. It's equipped with a lengthy list of amazing features including a large basket and a one handed fold. The only downside is that the brakes can be difficult to engage and don't remain locked when the stroller is folded.

Stroller Safety

The safety features of a stroller should keep your child safe while using it. Some of the top-scoring strollers in our review have 5-point harnesses that are adjustable crotch straps that are padded and padded that allow for a custom fit. Others have a padded seat cushion to shield your child's head should they fall from the seat or roll off. Some strollers have a safety lock that secures both wheels. This is particularly important for walkers who jog, as it stops them from falling over while going up or down escalators and stairs.

In our tests, we evaluated the strollers' maneuverability in three different ways: the product's ability to turn and bounce over dips and bumps its ability to maneuver when loaded with a child and its capacity to traverse rough terrain. We also assessed the ease of opening and closing the safety harness as well as folding and unfolding the stroller, altering the height of its backrest and handlebar as well as operating the brakes as also the ability to attach and remove car seats (if appropriate).

We discovered that some 3-wheel strollers are more easy to maneuver than 4-wheel options, but this advantage diminishes as your baby grows heavier. This is why we recommend the model with a hand brake that assists you in slowing down and come to a stop with as little effort as using body power alone. However, a lot of the best-scoring swivel wheel strollers don't have this option, and only one of our top fixed-wheel models does.

It is important to think about the frequency you'll have to use your stroller to go up and down stairs or escalators, and if it's safe to do this. Elevators and stairs pose more of a hazard because they move mechanical parts that make it difficult to control the movements of the stroller. We recommend finding an alternative to these obstacles, such as an elevator, if you can or have a person else to carry the stroller up and down with you. Some of the best 3 wheel pushchair-rated strollers can be carried up a set or stairs with their safety brake engaged. However, it's safer to be secure rather than sorry.