Infant Strollers: We Tested Them All. Which Is Best for You?

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We Rated the Best 2010 Strollers. Which One Should You Buy?

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Kate Bayless on Apr 23, 2010 at 4:26PM

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a Kate Bayless on Apr 23, 2010 at 4:51PM

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Stroller Stats
Weight range: newborn (with bassinet) up to 40 lbs.
Stroller weight: 22.4 lbs.; 33.2 lbs. with bassinet
Dimensions: 42" x 35" x 20" (open) / 40" x 17" x 13" (folded)
Type: Full-size stroller
Price: Stroller $299.50; Bassinet $259.99

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Expert review: The stylish, compact Zippy stroller offers many extras in its lightweight, durable frame. The stroller closes with one hand, stands freely when folded and has a side-carry handle for easy transport. With a car seat or the bassinet (can be purchased as an accessory), the stroller works for infants, too. Although the Zippy is only offered in four colors, it comes with a standard rain cover, basket, cup holder, bumper bar and a snack holder. A great, long-lasting, lightweight stroller, the Zippy is perfect for parents with small spaces who don't want to compromise on performance.

Why we love it: Easy to fold; great maneuvering; comes with a full-coverage canopy and lots of extras.

What we wish it had: An easier-to-access under-seat storage and another inch (or two) of handle extension.

Great for: Parents traveling on and off of subways or in and out of cars, since it folds easily and compactly. Plus, those who have limited storage space at home.

Bottom line: A great umbrella stroller, albeit pricey, that includes lots of extras while offering incredible durability for being so compact and lightweight.

What our parent tester thought:
"I like that the stroller can be used for an infant [with bassinet] up until toddler years."

"I like how the cup holder isn't positioned over the bassinet, just in case my cup spills while I'm drinking coffee."

"I wish there were a zippered compartment either in the canopy or in the basket. I worry that I will lose my cell phone, keys and credit card if they're lying in the bottom of the shallow basket."

-- Suzanna, and her 3-month-old baby, of Ventura, Calif.