Best Strollers of 2026

Two things are nonnegotiable when it comes to strollers: They should be safe for the child and easy for an adult caregiver to use. “There’s no one ‘best’ stroller,” Muratore says. The right stroller for your family depends on the child’s age and development, your budget, and your lifestyle. 

First, Think About Type

To find your ideal stroller, start by zeroing in on type. In our lab, we categorize strollers according to the following: Traditional strollers, modular strollers, lightweight strollers, double strollers, travel systems, jogging strollers, umbrella strollers, and car seat carrier strollers. Where and when you’ll primarily use your stroller should be a deciding factor in the type of stroller you choose. We delve more into stroller types and best-use cases in our stroller buying guide.

Then, Consider Important Features

Once you’ve decided on a stroller type, consider the stroller’s various features, including what accessories it includes, how heavy it is, whether it has ample storage and a canopy, and whether it can convert to a double or even triple stroller down the line (crucial if you think you may have more kids!). Every family is different, so you might prioritize some aspects over others, depending on your child’s needs, where you live, and your preferences. We also explain how to navigate all these considerations and more in our stroller buying guide.

At our on-site labs, we test dozens of strollers every year, including models from Britax, Bugaboo, Chicco, Cybex, Evenflo, Graco, Mockingbird, Nuna, Uppababy, and more. Our comprehensive stroller ratings can be filtered by type, feature, and price, and include more than 100 models. 

The strollers at the top of our list exceed our expectations across safety, ease of use, and maneuverability. To see the highest-rated stroller in each of the categories we test, read on.