Cheap Prams

The choice of either a stroller or pram (or buggy) will depend on your budget, lifestyle and the needs of your child. Think about how you'll use it on a regular basis, and the amount of storage space you have at home as well as in your car.

Our baby gear expert loves the fact that this all-in-one deal includes an infant carrycot, a pushchair seat and a Stratus car seat (0-6m). It's also strong and attractive.

Cost

The prams in our top 10 list of the top value in Australia come with features that are of good value and come at a reasonable price for their class. The ABC Design Salsa 4 for example is a model that is modern with swivel wheels at the front and a reversible unit to allow you to select the direction your baby is facing. The large air-filled tyres as well as the integrated suspension ensure a smooth ride, even on rough terrain. It also has a large shopping basket that can accommodate nappies as well as a bag of food items.

If you're looking for a stroller that is fashionable and comfortable, check out the Xplory X from Stokke. It comes in a range of muted shades and its brushed twill and quilted cotton fabrics look stylish. The cushioned seat with head pillows and chest pads is comfortable, and the bassinet has an elegant curvature that feels more like a crib as opposed to an ordinary pram. It's not the cheapest model around, but it provides plenty of value for money with a luxurious feeling and lots of additional features like a coffee cup holder as well as an extended sun canopy.

Another top option is the Mamas and Papas Ocarro, a versatile pushchair that's suitable for babies and toddlers. The reversible seat, and the fully reclineable carrying cot, allows you to alter your baby's position to suit their mood. The hood can be lowered to the floor to give full coverage and a comfortable snooze, while the compact fold is simple to maneuver and a breeze to take away.

While some prams for newborns come with the car seat or carrycot however, others require you to buy these separately. One exception is this stylish and robust 'travel system' by baby pram Jogger, which saves you money and time by combining all the components you need in one set. It comes with a lie-flat carrycot, a pushchair seat and an Graco Isofix base, which is all you need to start.

The best prams for newborns are ones that allow them to lie flat, which increases oxygen saturation and supports the health of the hip and spine. All the prams featured in this article have a fully reclinable seat, which can be used from the moment of birth. Some are also convertible to a double for twins or siblings.

Durability

A pram is a significant investment for parents who are about to have their first child. It's also one of those items that are frequently used. Therefore, it's crucial to select one that can withstand everything from shiny shop floors to cobblestones that are bumpy. Our testers took a look at the latest offerings from the top brands and tried them on city streets as well as country walks, and even some off-roading, to see how they performed.

A quality pram will also offer comfort to your baby. This means a soft seat liner as well as a padded harness that is easy to adjust. It should also be able recline to different positions and have a good-sized shopping basket so you can fit in groceries, your change bag, and a few essentials for your baby. And, of course it should be easy to fold, so you can put it away in your car quickly or hop on a bus easily.

The iCandy Peach 7 is the pram that has passed all our tests. This stylish travel system ticks all the boxes you'd expect from a top-quality pram. The carrycot is suitable for babies and as they get older, it can be transformed into a twin pushchair. It has plenty of luxurious features like soft padding, a spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres. It is easy to manoeuvre with its lightweight aluminium frame.

It's not cheap, but should you be able to afford it, it's an excellent purchase. It's super comfortable for your baby and, with three recline settings, is perfect if your baby naps in the car. It has a large sunshade, hood and is easy to clean. It can also be folded when the bassinet and seat unit remain attached, which will save you space. It can be used on any terrain, meaning you can carry your baby everywhere. From the high street to the country, and everywhere between. The iCandy Peach 7 is definitely worth the money.

User-Friendliness

A pram must be user-friendly so that you can keep you and your child comfortable on your walks. For this reason, it's crucial to select a pram bag that folds easily and is easy to take in/out of the car and onto public transport. It should also be comfortable for your baby and you.

A good pram should be able to fully recline into a lying position for babies (this is essential because your baby's lungs may not be mature enough to handle an upright seat). If you plan on traveling often, look for a travel set that includes a footmuff and a car seat. This will reduce your expenses and time when compared to purchasing each piece in its own.

It is also worth considering whether a stroller is compatible with capsules or a car seat. This will make it easier for you to transport your baby to and from airports, as well as during winter. If you don't believe you'll be using these extra components you should consider a stroller with a detachable bassinet which can be used from the time of birth.

Then, consider the basket size - can you comfortably carry a few bags of groceries inside it? The best basket is a large, spacious one. You should also make sure your stroller isn't heavy enough to lift into the car's boot and then on/off public transport.

As a Digital Reviews Coordinator and writer on the Immediate Media Parenting team, Chloe has a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology and is passionate about helping parents find products that will help their children flourish. She scoures the market to discover the latest and best in family-friendly products that range from sleep aids with high-tech technology to playpens. She has been a parenting reporter for 15 years and has a wealth of knowledge regarding everything from infant seat, to maternity clothing. She is also a mother of three. Her tips for choosing the best pram are based on her own experiences and extensive industry research. She carefully chooses the best products from a variety of prices for inclusion in our buying guides to ensure that there's something for everyone.

Style

It's crucial to ensure that the pram you pick is the one that's right for your child. Can it be maneuvered easily through narrow aisles in shops and can it handle cobblestones? You should also consider how much space you have in your car and home to store it, and whether it's easy to fold away when not being used.

It is important to be patient when selecting a stroller. You might still need it in a few years. Choose a design that's timeless and a color that can easily be combined with other accessories such as a changing bag and baby carrier.

Luckily, there are lots of stylish prams available on the market that offer great value for money. Our experienced testers have put the most recent models from the most renowned brands to the test and found some genuine winners.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro premium pushchair is suitable for babies from birth and comes with an advanced suspension system to take on any surface effortlessly. It is easy to assemble and, although it's no the smallest pram available but it's compact travel stroller enough to pass through doorways and narrow spaces. The hood can be lowered to nearly the floor, giving your child the privacy and comfort for sun protection or naps. The puncture-proof tyres provide it with an easy ride, and the chassis is sturdy as well as secure and safe.