A 2 in 1 Travel System

If you're looking to travel with ease or want to create a modern take on a pram, an automobile seat and stroller combination is the best 2 in-1 prams option. Check the specs to ensure that your stroller and car seat are compatible, or you can consider buying an adapter.

Travel systems that have been tested by editors allow you to move your sleeping baby from the car to a stroller without disrupting them. Some even include a carrycot for natural sleep.

Car Seat

A best 2 in 1 car seat stroller-in-1 travel system comes with an infant car seat and stroller that snaps together. It's a convenient option for parents and caregivers who regularly run errands with their infant, or take their little baby out on public transportation or rideshares. "You will have less gear to deal with," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's ideal for families who alternate between carpooling with other moms or using public transportation."

The Best 2 in-1 prams option is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which receives 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear facing car seat that transforms into a jogging stroller that rolls in a matter of seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded away and it's small. The Doona can also be connected to a car backseat with the rigid LATCH base, or to taxi-safety belt paths. This makes it ideal for city families.

The Mamas & Papas pramette is another excellent car seat/stroller combo. It comes with an infant pram with a hood that opens and a front seat that can be lowered to allow your child to lay down for nap time or feedings. It comes with a huge basket, cup holders, and an umbrella shade for your baby's necessities. The stroller seat has an adjustable reclining seat that can recline to a flat position, so your baby is comfortable for every ride.

The weight and height limits are important. Also, consider whether the car seat 2 in 1 stroller seat for infants can only be used with a backseat belt, or if it has a rigid LATCH system built in. Also, look for a locking mechanism on the handle to keep it secure in place and the possibility of tilting the handle toward the rear seatback for an anti-rebound bar.

Travel systems only work for infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that can be turned forward-facing later, do not snap into strollers. Many moms decide to purchase a separate stroller and car seat when their child grows out of an infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is a must-have piece of equipment for newly parents. Some travel systems have a baby pram which can be transformed into a comfy infant carrycot. This is perfect for parents who do not want to disturb their baby while traveling. Depending on the model they may also include a car seat and stroller combination that can be connected to one another. This lets you keep your child in the car seat and then transfer them to a stroller, without disrupting them.

A great stroller should include plenty of features to make it functional and easy to use. It should come with a large storage basket that can hold essentials such as nappies as well as toys and snacks. It should also be able recline so that your child can lie down comfortably. It should also have a good canopy to protect your baby from sun and a lockable front wheel for added safety. In addition it should be light and fold compactly for storage or transporting to and from the car.

Editor-tested travel system strollers such as the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all offer convenience by connecting with a range of top car seats that click to attach to the frame and fold effortlessly. Some models have one wheel on each leg, making them more maneuverable and easier to roll across different surfaces.

The ideal stroller will be versatile enough to last through toddlerhood and beyond if you need it to carry your child to and from school, activities and play dates. When your child has outgrown their car seat, choose a stroller which features a seat that faces the world and reclines.

If you are planning to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transport, choose the model with an ISOFIX base. This will ensure that it is safe to get off and on buses or trains. Certain models, like the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make travelling with your baby easier.