Maclaren Volo
Graco IPO
Accessories
Adult Comfort
Child age and weight
Low Cost
Easy Folding and Carrying
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Lightweight
Maclaren Volo
Graco IPO
Maclaren Volo
based on 19 customer reviews
Feel factor: 19
Kids slouch in this particular Maclaren.
(Score 1/5)
We have had a Volo in the distant past, when the entire fabric was meshed. That suffered being left somewhere, and we needed something for a transatlantic trip so we re-purchased. When we got this we first thought that it was defective. The fabric was too slack and the result was that the child was totally slouched, back making a nice 'C' shape. We went instead with the one model above it that has the reclining seat as that seat has stays to keep it flat. Was worth the extra couple of dollars and pounds of weight.
Posted on: 2010-07-27
By Hanzo
Perfect For An Older Child
(Score 4/5)
We bought this for our 4 yr old. We needed something light and easy to handle for Disney vacations and day trips. He does not need a stroller much anymore. We needed something that can hold a higher weight. At 4 1/2 he is 46 pounds and tall. This folds and unfolds with one hand. Then easily slip the carry strap onto the shoulder. Perfect for easily getting on/off the Disney buses. It is very lightweight. I would not buy this for a smaller child needing more from a stroller. But for an older child needing only some sit down time at Disney it is perfect. Plus it was cheaper then renting a stroller at Disney.
Pros:
-very light
-easy to fold/unfold
-easy to handle
-can carry a child up to 55 pounds, one of the only ones I found
-has a carry strap
Cons:
-back does not adjust which is not necessarily a con in itself but my very tall son is put into an odd sort of half recline position and the top of the seat hits him at the base of the neck. His head flops backwards. He has to hold his head up or sit forward. The sun cover velcros to the seat which then holds the seat up more and gives his head somewhere to rest. We cannot use this without the sun cover.
-no cup holder so I bought one to put on this
Posted on: 2010-06-24
By Ann
Helpful index: 100%
SO-SO STROLLER
(Score 3/5)
My friend had recommended this stroller and she researches everything to death so I expected more from it. I was torn between a Britax blink and the Volo and went with the Volo since it was cheaper and lighter. What I do like is that it's lightweight, easy to maneuver, and folds up fairly simple. What I don't like is that the stupid canopy just pops off when I'm trying to open or close the stroller. Also there are no cup holders. I'm also disappointed it doesn't recline but obviously I knew that when I bought it. I just didn't realize how much my almost 3 yr old would still long to lie down when strolling in it. This stroller is ok and we'll probably take it to Disneyland for our 6 yr old but will have to get another one that reclines for our younger daughter. Guess buying this depends on what you really need and want in a stroller.
Posted on: 2010-06-12
By Chelsey-Kay's Mommy
Great stroller!
(Score 5/5)
We just got this stroller off Craigslist and it was barely used. We just tried it out tonight and I LOVE it!! This will make our upcoming air travel so easy. I love that it's truly a one-hand fold and it's so easy to push, my 2 year old was pushing it around! Now to write a review about the accessory pack...
Posted on: 2010-05-27
By JonnaRaine
Great for kids 3 - 5years old
(Score 5/5)
Bought this for my 3 and 5 year old kids when we go on trips. We have the Graco stroller, it was good for when they were babies but Graco is too bulky/heavy. This is one of the lightest strollers you can get. Its sturdy enough to comfortably push a 40lb kid. (Weight limit is 55lb for this stroller). Its exactly what I wanted...a very sturdy, light umbrella stroller that can carry a big kid. Its more expensive than the $20 -30 umbrella strollers but its really light weight (about 8lb) and more importantly the weight limit of 55lb. Most umbrella strollers are made for kids less than 30lb....so keep that in mind. Great for getting on the airplane or on the subway or bus because it easily folds up quickly and has a strap to carry it like a back-pack. MOST strollers DO NOT have a strap to carry it on your back.....this is VERY USEFUL if you are traveling alone with kids with other bags to carry. SUMMARY: BEST FEATURES this stroller has that is lacking in other strollers: LIGHT WEIGHT (at about 8lb its lighter than the other strollers that claim to be light weight), STRAP to carry it on your back, weight limit 55lb, VERY STURDY...so its easy to push.
Posted on: 2010-05-23
By Blueflower
Graco IPO
based on 88 customer reviews
Feel factor: 14
Awesome stroller!
(Score 4/5)
Purchased this stroller for my 2 1/2 yr old who is 39" tall and is 37 lbs. This is a beautiful stroller. Easy to put together (actually my 16 yr old put it together for me). However, the stroller does not accommodate a taller toddler. Her head was about 5" above the back rest and she looked "stuffed" into the stroller. Like I said I love the stroller itself. It is sturdy, has a nice size basket underneath, and handles are perfect height. I just wish it were a little wider and taller! I would even toss the canopy aside and add more inches to the back rest! Hope Graco is listening!
Posted on: 2010-07-29
By mommaof4
Great stroller
(Score 5/5)
We bought this stroller instead of an umbrella stroller as we're both tall. It's been great. We've taken it all over the world - it folds up very small and is very handy. Our 2.5 year old still fits in it fine. We've had no trouble with the quality. The only thing missing is a parent console for drinks.
Posted on: 2010-07-21
By Leanne Maljaars
Fixable issues...it really is a great strolle
(Score 4/5)
I was almost one of the people to write a negative review regarding the sitting position. I went so far as to call Graco customer service to send back the stroller. The woman asked me if something in the back was looped through so that the seat worked properly. I told her I think so, that I used the stroller straight from the box. Well, my husband finally looked at it and realized that it wasn't, and fixed it. I didn't watch him do it, but it completely solved the problem of the wimpy upright position! Yay. We were also having an issue with the adjustable leg rest, and my husband found that something wasn't threaded on that properly. And, people complain of the umbrella on it, too, which needed to be adjusted, too. Now, why the stroller wasn't properly threaded in the first place is beyond me. I wish I could give a detailed explanation of what he did to fix it, but I can't...my son is trying to sabotage the computer. It is a great great great stroller now!
Posted on: 2010-07-05
By Beth Alon
NOT a stroller for tall people
(Score 3/5)
I am a mother of a 6-month old, 13 lb baby girl. I bought this stroller after doing three months of research on over 50 strollers. I would read reviews, and bought this stroller based on the advice of others: they had no trouble with hitting the back wheels when they walked. Unfortunately, this was not true for me (5'9") or my husband (5'10"). I returned it after four days (Amazon has a free returns policy on some items).
Positives: The stroller handles VERY well- will turn easily. The handles are so soft and plush- wonderful for gripping. If you are between 5'0" and 5'5", it would probably work wonderfully. But if you have long legs, your feet WILL always bump the rear tires, so you can't walk at a "normal" gait. If I could I would cut the handles off and lengthen them. The handles to tire relationship is the only negative about the stroller. The seat is very padded, and reclines nicely. It also has a 5-point harness which can become a 3-point harness as the child grows.
Be sure to keep the packaging (ALL the packaging) until you are certain you won't want to return it. If it works for you, this is the Best stroller I have found. But I am a picky mother, and I want to enjoy my walks with my little girl, not be always concerned about tripping over my own stroller. So this stroller didn't work for me.
Overall, some great qualities, but structurally does not work for tall people, or should I say people with long legs. :)
Posted on: 2010-06-30
By Jamie
Still Perfect After 2 Years!
(Score 5/5)
I bought this stroller 25 months ago to use for a newborn (who is now 2) and I love it. I went to a local baby specialty store and tried out all the fancy high priced "umbrella style" strollers and the shop owner actually recommended this one. She said the higher priced ones had a slightly smoother ride and might weigh slightly less but that this one would be the best value, and she was right. I don't tote the thing around - I move it from the car to the ground and back, and hand it to the flight attendant when traveling, so the extra 3 pounds is nothing. As for the ride, the difference was barely noticeable in the store. I've read reviews on here saying that people have smashed their fingers because the stroller started opening when they picked it up, but if you fold it properly there is a latch that prevents the stroller from opening until you release that latch. Others say the canopy doesn't stay on but I've never had a problem with mine. As for the basket size, I load that up and hang extras from the handles and I've never not had enough storage space. It steers easily with one hand and handles hard surfaces and grass easily because the front wheels can be locked so they don't swivel, so I've never had an issue with wobbling. The fabric is strong and easy to clean. I bought a UV sun shade extender to give full coverage when needed, and a little caddy that fits over the handles. This stroller needs nothing else other than a lock for those times you have to leave it unattended in public places (hello, Disneyland) because trust me, you'd be heartbroken if it got stolen. Sometimes I think people don't read the owner's manuals and they just don't know how to use their product.
Posted on: 2010-06-16
By D. Holbrook
