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Find Your Perfect Pram in 5 Questions

Tell us about your lifestyle, budget and boot size — and we’ll recommend the best pram for you, with a full explanation of why and links to read more.

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Question 1 of 5

What is your budget for a pram?

Include any accessories you might need — car seat adaptors, rain covers and footmuffs add up quickly.

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Under £300Great value options available — capsule machines and Joie models perform well here

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£300 – £500The mid-range sweet spot — Silver Cross, iCandy and Bugaboo Bee territory

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£500 – £800Premium territory — Bugaboo Fox 5, iCandy Peach 7 and Silver Cross Wave all live here

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£800 or moreTop-of-market — UPPAbaby Vista, Stokke Xplory X and the very best travel systems

Question 2 of 5

Where will you mainly use the pram?

Terrain matters more than most parents realise before they buy — and it dramatically affects which prams perform best day-to-day.

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Mostly pavements and urban streetsSmooth surfaces, kerbs, public transport, shops — mainly city or suburban life

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Mix of pavement and light off-roadParks, gravel paths, grass — mostly smooth but occasional rough terrain

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Regular off-road and countryside useMuddy paths, fields, beach, uneven surfaces are part of normal daily life

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Mostly on foot and public transportFolding, weight and compact size matter most — narrow gates, busy buses, luggage racks

Question 3 of 5

Do you need it to work as a travel system?

A travel system means your infant car seat clicks directly onto the pram chassis — so baby transfers from car to pram without waking them up.

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Yes — car seat compatibility is importantI want the car seat to click straight onto the pram chassis

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No — I’ll buy a car seat separatelyI am happy with separate pram and car seat purchases

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Not sure yetI would like the option to be available even if I’m not certain I’ll use it

Question 4 of 5

Any specific requirements?

Select the one that matters most to you — this helps us narrow down the recommendation significantly.

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Needs to convert for two childrenPlanning a second baby, have twins, or need a double option in future

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Lightweight and easy to foldI need to lift it in and out of a car boot alone regularly, or use it on public transport

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Parent-facing for the newborn stageI want to be able to see baby’s face and maintain eye contact while walking

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Build quality and longevity above allI want it to last multiple children and hold its resale value — I will pay for quality

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No specific requirement — best overallJust give me the best all-rounder for my budget and lifestyle

Question 5 of 5

How would you describe your car boot space?

Pram boot sizes vary enormously — from under 30 litres folded to over 60 litres. Getting this wrong is one of the most common and most expensive pram mistakes.

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Small car — tight bootCity car, hatchback or a car with a notably small boot (e.g. Mini, Fiat 500, smaller VW Polo)

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Average family carStandard hatchback or estate — boot space is fine but not enormous (e.g. Golf, Focus, Astra)

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Large car or SUVBoot space is generous and not a concern — size can be a secondary consideration

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No car — boot size irrelevantI do not drive or will not be putting the pram in a car regularly

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How to Choose the Right Pram

Measure Your Boot Before Anything Else

The single most common pram regret is buying a beautiful pram that doesn’t fit in the car. Measure your boot before shortlisting anything — length, width and height with the pram folded. Many retailers list folded dimensions; if they don’t, that’s a warning sign. Our pram buying guide includes a full boot size comparison table for every major model.

Weight Matters More Than You Think

Prams are heavy. You will lift yours in and out of a car boot hundreds of times in the first two years. The difference between 7kg and 12kg sounds abstract until you’re doing it alone, one-handed, in a car park. Anything over 10kg folded is worth thinking carefully about — especially if you have a small car or back issues.

Travel System vs Separate Pram and Car Seat

A travel system means your infant car seat clicks directly onto the pram chassis — useful for the newborn stage when babies sleep in the car and you want to transfer without waking them. After about six months, the car seat is too heavy to use as a pram seat and you’ll use the standard seat anyway. Our travel system comparison guide covers the cost and convenience trade-offs honestly.

Resale Value Is Part of the Real Cost

Premium prams from Bugaboo, iCandy and UPPAbaby hold their value exceptionally well on the second-hand market. A Bugaboo Fox 5 bought for £1,199 can resell for £600–£700 in good condition — making the real cost closer to £500. Cheaper prams often resell for almost nothing. Factor resale into your original calculation before dismissing the premium end of the market.

Pram Buying — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a pram, a pushchair and a buggy?+

Technically, a pram is a flat-lying newborn bed on a chassis; a pushchair or buggy has a seat and is used from around six months. In practice, most people use the terms interchangeably. Modern travel systems typically come with a carrycot (for newborn lie-flat sleeping) and a pushchair seat (for when baby can sit up) that both attach to the same chassis.

Should I buy parent-facing or forward-facing?+

Research suggests that parent-facing is beneficial in the early months for bonding, language development and monitoring your baby. Most premium prams offer both options. If budget is tight and you have to choose, parent-facing matters most in the first 6–9 months — after that, babies typically prefer to face the world. Some cheaper prams are forward-facing only, which is perfectly fine from six months onwards.

Is it worth buying a pram second-hand?+

Yes, for the pram chassis and seat — this is one of the best second-hand baby gear purchases. Check for frame damage, smooth wheel function, working brakes and intact harness buckles. Never buy a second-hand car seat to use with it, as you cannot verify crash history. Facebook Marketplace and Vinted are the best UK sources. Premium brands like Bugaboo and iCandy hold condition well and are worth seeking out second-hand. Read our second-hand baby gear guide for what to check.

How long will I actually use a pram?+

Most children use a pushchair regularly until around 2.5–3 years, with occasional use up to 4 for longer days out or when they’re tired. If you plan more than one child, the same pram will typically see 5–6 years of use across both. This is why build quality and longevity are worth paying for — a pram used for two children over five years costs far less per year than one that wears out after 18 months.

Do I need all-terrain wheels?+

Only if you will genuinely use them. All-terrain prams with large foam-filled or pneumatic tyres handle rough ground beautifully but are bulkier, heavier and harder to manoeuvre in tight spaces like shops and public transport. If your life is primarily urban, a pram with smaller wheels will be easier day-to-day. If you walk in parks, on beaches or in the countryside regularly, all-terrain wheels make a real difference to ride quality and your energy levels.

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