Going out with kids can be hard – you’ve got the diaper bags, the toys, the change of clothes, the games, the snacks, and oh yeah, the kids, too. The last thing you need is a heavy stroller slowing you down. Here are 10 lightweight strollers that will fit any family’s busy life. For more great strollers, check out our 2014 Stroller Guide!
Baby Jogger City Mini Zip: This stroller is unique because it folds down from the sides to 1/8 of its size. Appropriate from birth to 55 lbs. Weighs 16 lbs. $249.99, babyjogger.com
BABZEN YOYO: This super-compact stroller is the first in the world that, when folded, is totally compliant with the size recommendation for airplane carry-on baggage. Sutiable for babies starting at 6 months. Weighs just over 13 lbs. $469, saksfifthavenue.com
Britax B-AGILE: This high-quality and super lightweight stroller is appropriate from birth up to 55 lbs. Weighs 16.5 lbs. $269.99. britaxusa.com
Bugaboo Bee: Car seat adaptable, but suitable for infants because of a fully reclining seat. Appropriate for infants and toddlers. Weighs 18.5 lbs. $649, Albee Baby & bugaboo.com
Bumbleride Flite: This urban travel stroller is durable and collapsible–and is appropriate for babies up to 50 lbs, making it perfect for city parents. Weighs 14 lbs. $269.99, bumbleride.com
Chicco Capri: This stylish stroller comes in a variety of jaunty colors and has a roomy canopy and even comes with a carrying bag. The frame is ultralight, as well, weighing in at 11 lbs. $79.99, chiccoshop.com
CYBEX Onyx: The versatile CYBEX Onyx stroller works equally well for your infant or for your 55-lb toddler. And when combined with the CYBEX’s Aton or Aton 2 Infant Car Seat, you have a fantastic travel system. Weighs 16.1 lbs. $260, cybex-online.com
Evenflo FlexLite : Evenflo’s FlexLite is a lightweight stroller for families on-the go. The stroller accommodates babies up to 50 lbs. It features a durable design, one-hand folding, and many more features. Weighs 15.5 lbs. $99.99, evenflo.com
GB Zuzu: The brand-new GB Zuzu is lightweight, crafted with a sophisticated design, and extremely comfortable. It features a unique self-standing slide fold that makes it easy to tote and tuck away. Weighs 18.7 lbs. $199.99, gbchildusa.com
Graco Aire3 ClickConnect Stroller: This stroller is suitable for birth up to 50 lbs, since its seat can recline flat to create an infant carriage and it’s compatible with all Graco ClickConnect car seats. Weighs just under 21 lbs. $229.99, gracobaby.com
Inglesina Swift: Appropriate for 3 months up to 55 lbs. Weighs 13 lbs. $139, inglesina.us
Jané Nanuq: This lightweight umbrella stroller has a frame that weighs in at 13.9 lbs — plus it has an adjustable basket and hood and comes in some bold color options! $250, jane-usa.com
Joovy Groove Ultralight: Appropriate for children 3 months to 55 lbs, reclining seat. Weighs just under 13 lbs. $189.99, joovy.com
Kinderwagon HOP Tandem Stroller: For those who want a lightweight double stroller, this one weighs in at just 21.5 lbs. The rear seat is appropriate for children 3 months and up through 50 lbs; the front seat is suited for children 6 months and up, through 50 lbs. $299.99, kinderwagon.com
Lilly Gold Sit ‘n’ Stroll: Lilly Gold’s Sit ‘n’ Stroll has five different useful configurations, from car seat to fully functional stroller to FAA-certified flight seat, to a perfect dining booster buddy. The Sit ‘n’ Stroll is ideal for newborn babies up to when they weigh 40 lbs and can become both a forward-facing and reverse-facing car seat. Weighs 16.6 lbs. $329.99, lillygold.com
Maclaren Dylan’s Candy Bar Volo: Dylan’s Candy Bar paired with Maclaren to update the design of this classic – it’s a top pinned item on Pinterest. Appropriate for 6 months and up, can hold up to 55 lbs. weighs only 8.8 lb. $150, shopmaclarenbaby.com
Mamas and Papas Armadillo: Appropriate for birth to 50 lb, car seat compatible with various systems. Weighs 17.6 lbs. $279.99, us.mamasandpapas.com
Mountain Buggy nano: Weighing in at a mere 13 lbs, the nano has the ability to fold into its own custom-made travel bag (to fit into overhead bins on airplanes and trains), as well as built-in car seat adapters that work without any additional accessories. $199.99, mountainbuggy.com
Peg-Perégo Book Plus: Peg-Perégo’s Book Plus stroller is reversible and practical, enabling a transition from newborn to toddler with one stroller. Weighs 18.9 lbs. $499.99, pegperego.com
Quinny Yezz: This popular lightweight stroller (Rosie Pope once featured it on her show “Pregnant in Heel”) has a sleek look and great features (like an easy-folding compact frame). Weighs just over 11 lbs. quinny.com
Safety 1st UniLite Universal Car Seat Carrier: This stroller can be used for infants up to 50 lbs and has a universal car seat attachment. Weighs 17.6 lbs. $99.99, Babies ‘R’ Us stores & toysrus.com
Stokke Scoot: With four versatile seat positions the stroller provides both comfort and protection for the child. Designed to grow with your child, the Scoot is the prime compact stroller. Weighs 16.7 lbs. $499.99, stokke.com
Summer Infant Spectra: This multi-position stroller is the perfect marriage of function and sleek, stylish simplicity. Weighs just under 20 lbs. 219.99, summerinfant.com
UPPAbaby G-Lite: With a true weight of 10.7 lbs, this modern-looking folding stroller is easy to fold and store and is super-ergonomic. Suitable from age 6 months to 55 lbs. $149.99, uppababy.com
Urbini Hummingbird: Touted as the World’s Lightest Stroller, at just under 7 lbs! This stroller features a 5-part harness front-facing seat, not suitable for infants. Suitable for children up to 50 lbs. $99.99, Walmart stores & urbinibaby.com