UPPAbaby Cruz V2

Thread: "Can someone de-influence me from the Uppababy Stroller?"

Since you asked for de-influence, we have the Cruz (so slightly smaller than the vista) and it’s effing huge when folded and when in use. I regularly have to carry it up or down a couple stairs (like three steps, not even a flight) because of how our house is set up and carrying it is so annoying because of how you have to grab it and how the weight is distributed. It’s annoying to load in and out of the car for the same reason. Also it’s incredibly difficult to unfold one handed which is a huge PITA when I’m holding our chunkaroo. If there is a trick I’m missing, please someone let me know! I like it alright but I wish I would have been able to try out some smaller options. It does steer super well and maybe other strollers are just as big and clunky. I’m not about to go buy a new stroller but something to keep in mind.

Thread: "Don’t get the uppababy vista stroller if you plan on using it for two"

Yes that’s why we went with the Cruz. Unless you’re having the kids close in age, the configurations will not work. My friend with two under two was able to configure it to put the youngest at the top facing her.

Thread: "Can someone de-influence me from the Uppababy Stroller?"

Depends where you live like someone else said! I have the Cruz V2 which is lighter then the vista but still has all of the storage underneath and it’s been amazing for NYC trekking and walks

Thread: "Car seat + Stroller"

You should really limit car seat use unless necessary. Popping the car seat in is great if you’re saying running into Target. But a walk around the neighborhood or say a day at the zoo I wouldn’t use the car seat. We got a stroller with a bassinet attachment and an actual stroller seat that can be used from birth (with an accessory). Our general use is as follows: - Bassinet for neighborhood strolls (until he grows out of it) - Bucket seat attachment for doctors appointments and running into a store - Stroller seat if out and about for a longer time We have an UppaBaby Cruz and Chicco Keyfit 35

Thread: "What do I get with luxury/expensive strollers (uppababy, Nuna) over affordable ones (Chicco, Graco)"

If you watch marketplace uppababy’s pop up for sale fairly regularly. We got a used one for $250, it’s an older model but in great shape. The people we bought it from used it daily for years, so that says something about the quality of construction.

Thread: "Don’t get the uppababy vista stroller if you plan on using it for two"

Cruz is actually better and even with incoming second baby with a 2.5 year age gap finding I don’t need a double stroller at all (bc my first born has preferred to walk ever since she learned really). Feel like so many moms see the vista as default when op is very right

Thread: "What do I get with luxury/expensive strollers (uppababy, Nuna) over affordable ones (Chicco, Graco)"

I have the Cruz. I love it. It is so sturdy and can easily handle tight spaces.

Thread: "Do you use your stroller in the winter?"

We have an Uppababy Cruz and this is now our 4th winter with it. Definitely holds up in slush. It’s not all terrain, so some snow/ice is not passable, and it cannot do sand at all. I never worried about the fabric to be honest

Thread: "Uppababy vista or cruz [on]"

Cruz hands down. The vista is noticeably heavier (and bigger) so take that into consideration if you are having to lug it up or down stairs or in and out of cars yourself. The Vista as a two seat option also wasn’t viable for me because of the weight distribution setup - the smallest baby would always have to go on bottom and that’s just impractical. If you’re thinking of a double stroller, there’s better doubles out there that will allow baby to sit on top. As other folks mentioned, plan for baby you have now (who knows how long until baby number two comes, your oldest may also hate the stroller and want to walk everywhere or you may want to invest in a wagon). If you find later on you want the vista, I would look on marketplace. I think Cruz is a much better option than Vista as it’s a better price point, has same basket size and weight allowance as Vista, you can use the newborn bassinet (buy on marketplace) as well, and it’s also slightly thinner/lighter so helps maneuvering smaller spaces in shops/cafes.

Thread: "Can someone de-influence me from the Uppababy Stroller?"

100% agree with all your critiques of the stroller. We also have a Cruz since we are likely one and done, but we bought it used for $150 and I would have a hard time justifying paying more than $250 for it. It’s heavy as hell and not very compact. It’s not the most convenient to open and close. It does still run smoothly even after 6+ years. So at the very least, it is durable. OP, I would just consider your lifestyle and how much use the stroller is going to get and try and see what features are most important to you. You could also put off buying a stroller until baby is a bit bigger and just get by with a caddy for your car seat for the first few months until you get a real sense of how often and how you’ll be using your stroller. I also recommend keeping an eye on FB marketplace or other places for secondhand baby gear to find a good deal on big baby purchases. Good luck!

Thread: "Do you regret getting an uppababy vista?"

I have the cruz, but I’ve used it with two kids now and love it. I’ve taken it all over too (including overseas) and it’s held up through many miles. I have a ride along board on back for my older kid which works great.

Thread: "Baby strollers…is it really worth spending $500?"

We live in a city and are carless, so for us a high end stroller (we got the Cruz) did make sense for us because it was kind of like a "car" to us, so we needed a lot of storage space, for it to be good on public transit, etc- it got a lot of mileage for each of our kids thus far. But I would say if you're using it for just some casual walks and the occasional errand as you mentioned, and you own a car, then no you definitely don't need a fancy stroller!

Thread: "Are stroller bassinets worth it?"

If you plan on going for daily walks with your newborn, yes. I have some friends that just used the car seat clipped into the stroller, but my newborn didn’t like being put in the car seat. And technically the car seat isn’t supposed to be used for more than 2 hours. So I’m glad we had the bassinet attachment. I also used it as a extra sleep space in the house. I got the uppa baby Cruz. And I bought the bassinet second hand. There are so many on fb marketplace since people only use it for the first 3-4 months.

Thread: "Don’t get the uppababy vista stroller if you plan on using it for two"

This is us… we have a skateboard attachment for the Cruz and we’re very happy with it! My sister has a Vista and it does work well for her family, but they primarily walk or take transit vs drive. For them, having a tank of a stroller to use as home base works well.

Thread: "What do I get with luxury/expensive strollers (uppababy, Nuna) over affordable ones (Chicco, Graco)"

Can I afford it? Yes. Also grandparents gifted a bit of money which should cover the Cruz. But I’d rather it to go to something that she really likes or enjoys. She does enjoy going on the stroller a lot.

Thread: "Parents who don't bring their full-size stroller to the airport: why?"

Absolutely! I have a cruz and when I was researching which stroller to buy I kept seeing that the vista got broken regularly on planes

Thread: "Can someone de-influence me from the Uppababy Stroller?"

Yep. We’ve gone through an uppa Cruz, ($150), wagon brand new ($150), and now my favorite a Bob ($50)

Thread: "Uppababy Cruz (used) or hidden gem stroller that’s cheaper? [on]"

I love my Cruz. If you find a good used one, go for it! Make sure it's the V2 model though (2020 onward). The OG Cruz had smaller wheels and less shock absorption. It was very much a city stroller whereas my V2 handles unpaved paths etc. just fine. The Vista is bigger but not necessarily better. If you want it for the 2-kid capacity there are better designed double strollers out there. The 2nd Vista seat is not as big and most often you end up having to put the smaller child down in front, which is the opposite of how I would want to use it. The Cruz basket is plenty big enough and it's more compact in stores and in my trunk. My friend got the Vista and didn't actually need it to be as big as it is. The V2 suspension also brought the Cruz closer in line to the Vista's suspension. You're not missing much. Pick up a used bassinet attachment too if you like but I preferred the (cheaper!) infant insert that lets you use the regular stroller seat with the buckles from birth. Avoid the Mesa car seat though. It doesn't fit babies as long as what they advertise. Their heads reach the top of the shell before the stated height/weight numbers and then you can't use it anymore anyway. My kid maxed out the shell capacity by 5mo. For the cost of the Mesa there are longer lasting car seats with adapters available. The Clek Liing is around the same price as the Mesa and the Chicco Keyfit models are cheaper and also great.

Thread: "Prams - did you regret getting a larger, heavy pram for your first baby?"

We thought a lot about this too. Got the Cruz because its lighter and less bulky and no regrets here - it's been an absolute workhorse for us and fits plenty in the basket. Our son is almost 3 now and we still don't have a second child so I'm really glad I haven't spent the past 3 years lugging a heavy pram around!

Thread: "Stroller recommendations for one and done [on]"

The Cruz is neither lightweight nor compact nor one handed fold!

Thread: "Don’t get the uppababy vista stroller if you plan on using it for two"

The vista is my absolute favorite double! its not bulky for a stroller at all, my 5yr old can still ride in the toddler seat and my 4yr old fits in my v2+ rumble. it pushes amazingly with both my boys in it. my 3yr old daughter has a cruz v2, she fits great in it too. both strollers fold the same size. My kids all hated the bassinet, we did the snug seat insert in the seats or car seat. I always use it with both seats facing me. All inline double strollers are intended to be used with your heavier child up top over big wheels, smaller child over front small wheels for best functionality and push.

Thread: "Stroller Madness - Uppababy vs. Chicco vs. Graco"

In my (admittedly limited) experience, more expensive strollers have a smoother ride for longer than less expensive strollers. Also, Uppababy has amazing customer service, which makes me even more inclined to recommend them. I would go with the Cruz instead of the Vista, though, unless you know you're definitely planning to have a second child within 2-2.5 years.

Thread: "Is the uppa baby stroller worth it?"

We got one and it seems amazing, but we haven’t put it to work yet. My SIL has a Cruz that has lasted through her 4 kids, tons of travel, so it seems very sturdy.

Thread: "Do you regret getting an uppababy vista?"

+1 for the Cruz. The bassinet was important to us, so we purchased separately and loved the combo. LO outgrew the bassinet around 4 months and I just recently sold it on Facebook Marketplace. The Cruz is the Vista light. It can accommodate a second (standing) child with the ride along board. I understand that people want to “future proof” their baby purchases, but there’s a lot that can happen between baby #1 and #2. You could decide you’re a one-and-done family; you may have a larger gap between babies; your older one may not want to ride in the stroller by the time the second is born. Hard to predict what may or may not change over the next few years. Plus, some of the Vista configurations just seem really crowded to me? Looks like the bassinet can only be used in the front with the toddler seat; baby gets a view of the back of older sibling’s seat. I also wouldn’t want to be bumping my smaller child into things when I’m wheeling the stroller around. Forward facing rumble seat is way too close to the ground for my comfort.

Thread: "Best durable umbrella stroller good for travel"

Youve mentioned a few good ones but imo theyre all just blogger and social media favs, normally people dont use em. Like the uppa baby one is probably the most famous but the issue is that its a bit too heavy to carry around so unless you have a nanny to do it for you, youd have issues. Summer infant just feels a bit too flimsy to me so not exactly comfortable. Baby jogger tho is real good from what ive seen, even there dupes [like this one](https://d1vsa0evaa8kw9.cloudfront.net/?q=GMKAO1021) are pretty good(super travel friendly). Isnt super sturdy bit thats the trade off you gotta make for lightweight strollers.

Thread: "Are expensive strollers worth it?"

I bought a used Uppababy Cruz. I bought my mom a new Graco stroller she picked out for when she watches baby (I would have bought her any stroller she wanted). The Uppababy is just so much better. I upgraded the Cruz to add a like new bassinet and new ride along board with my second baby. He is big enough now for the stroller seat and I noticed that the thin silvery pull out UV shade is deteriorating and flaking after the years of use. Just ordered a new fabric canopy in the matching color (that's not currently offered with new strollers) from Uppababy for $30 and it will be good as new. Everything else has held up extremely well for 4 kids. My SIL's less expensive stroller was basically falling apart after her third kid. I spent $400 total on my used Cruz including add on accessories and repairs. Buying a Cruz with the accessories I have new is $1000+ taxes right now. Most other things I've bought new for my kids, but the used luxury strollers are a great value.

Thread: "infant stroller recommendations that are not travel systems"

I used the Uppababy Cruz with the infant snug seat since birth. It reclines almost entirely flat and worked very well for us! It’s a great stroller too.

Thread: "New parent question: Are stroller over $500 really worth it? Is a more expensive stroller always better?"

We chose the Cruz since we knew our kids would be 3+ years apart in age and a double stroller was unnecessary. Compared to other strollers we have used with friends or while traveling, Uppababy is so, so, so much smoother and easier to maneuver. Also love that the seat can be facing either way.

Thread: "Baby strollers…is it really worth spending $500?"

Honestly, the uppababy Cruz was a favorite with my youngest siblings, but I cannot shell out the $900 for one. Second-hand is a great option.

Thread: "What (realistically priced) strollers are good these days?"

Got my Thule Urban Glide 2 (I live near a lot of gravel trails) for $125 including the car seat adapter! Like $800 new

Thread: "Can someone de-influence me from the Uppababy Stroller?"

Yeah we live on the 3rd floor and store ours in the trunk of the car. My husband added a strap to make it easier to carry up stairs but we still only do it if we're forced to.

Thread: "Our Uppababy vista 2 arrived today. As a frugal and over-thinker, I am having second thoughts. "

I have the Uppa baby Cruz (doesn’t seem size wise much different than my friends vistas) and that thing is my life! I say it all really depends on how you plan to use it though. If you aren’t a walker, and you are mainly driving and popping it in the trunk to use at a destination.. then yes it’s heavy and probably overkill. But as an avid walker/transit commenter it is unbeatable, it’s sturdy and smooth and maneuverable more than any stroller I’ve tried and everyone who pushes it comments on how nicely it pushes. The basket size is amazing for doing shops and hauling whatever you need as well so that’s a huge bonus. Another bonus is it’s very simple to disassemble and configure in different positions! But to be fair I bought the Cruz not the vista so it was slightly cheaper and I didn’t bother with the bassinet attachment, baby was comfortable in a recliner seat with extra supports from a couple weeks old.

Thread: "Nuna triv vs. Uppababy Cruz"

My friend and I had the same debate between the two. Eventually I went with the Cruz and my friend went with the Triv. I liked the durability, extra storage space, and ease of standing up while folded. Triv can stand up too but takes more effort with locking the front wheels. My friend liked the faster fold and it being lighter. Also the magnetic Nuna buckle is so much better when they use the regular stroller seat. You should definitely go to Nordstrom or Bloomingdale’s and test it out in person. Took me a few visits to finally decide.

Thread: "First time parents - Uppababy or Graco?"

I got an uppababy Cruz second hand. Later with my second I got a bugaboo. Big regrets. The uppababy is incredible and years later still works like new. In comparison to other strollers I feel like uppababy was the best choice.

Thread: "Thoughts on Graco Modes Travel System vs. UppaBaby Vista/Cruz?"

I went with the UppaBaby Vista and it is 100% worth the cost in my opinion. We fell pregnant with #2 much quicker than I expected, so I’m so happy we opted for the double stroller instead of the Cruz. The resale value on the Vista is great too if it is kept in good shape! In my opinion you really want a quality stroller. We have put many miles on ours over the last year and I’ve never had issues with steering or managing it. When baby was a newborn I also loved how the car seat would clip right in and the Vista basket was large enough for grocery trips. If cost is the big variable, certainly keep your eyes open on Marketplace. I also believe that the Jordan colour is 15% off currently at Snuggle Bugz.

Thread: "What do I get with luxury/expensive strollers (uppababy, Nuna) over affordable ones (Chicco, Graco)"

Get the vista over the Cruz. The wheels, storage, customization, and stroller maneuverability are so much better — especially in an urban setting where you go out sans car and the stroller is all of your storage. The ONLY downside to UB (not vista specific) is paying for all the add ons for the stroller. Like the original price point isn’t high enough, they get you over and over with all the little things over time you want or need (the hanging bag, the cup holder, the snack tray, etc. etc. etc.) I love my vista though and will use it for all of our babies. AND FWIW I have had to interact with UB customer support and they were a 10/10

Thread: "Bugaboo dragonfly or Uppababy Cruz?"

I’m a nanny & have worked in NYC! I personally got an Uppababy Cruz for my own baby. Always enjoyed using those, such a smooth push & ride! Biggest surprise? The Nuna I used with a family always felt like it was going to fall apart & was such a pain in the butt. It surprised me! Maybe they didn’t treat it as well as they could have idk 😬 Oh & I hated using the Yoyo!! I understand why people would be drawn to them as a concept but it honestly felt like pushing around a toy stroller to me I did use a Bugaboo with another family & it was fine, I just personally like Uppababy strollers more

Thread: "Want to hear your Stroller failure/ regret stories"

I started out with the Stokke Yoyo3 as my only pram (with the newborn pack) bc we live in a first floor with no lift apartment with not much space and I get public transport a lot. So it did make sense for us on paper but I ended up getting a secondhand Uppababy Cruz about 4 months in. The Yoyo is great and is awesome for getting around on public transport but I kind of wish I'd had the Cruz from the jump. I have to be so much more judicious with what I bring with the Yoyo bc there is very little storage (which makes sense obviously, it's a travel pram!) and if I'm taking a full size nappy bag I have to carry it, whereas with the Cruz I can throw everything in the basket and take bigger items like a picnic blanket. I just didn't factor in how much stuff I needed to lug around and honestly a big part of the reason I got another pram was just so I could put a pack of nappies in the basket which you can't really do with the Yoyo. I also like being able to talk and engage with my baby on walks when she's facing me, which isn't possible with the Yoyo for 6m+ as it only faces out. And the newborn pack was great at first bc she could lie flat and nap, but from about 4m she wanted to look out and look around so I'd constantly have to take her out. Plus it's just not the best for surfaces like grass, pebbles etc. All that said I genuinely do think the Yoyo is great lol, but it has worked much better as a second pram for me. I will say I rarely ever fold down the Cruz, the Yoyo now lives in our boot. If I were having to constantly fold it down into a car boot I might feel differently!

Thread: "Uppababy Cruz stroller review after more than 2.5 years of use (for anyone considering one)"

I'm confused because I tried it out in the store and the seat can be put in to face backwards.

Thread: "Can someone de-influence me from the Uppababy Stroller?"

All these strollers are soooo big! Wish I got a travel stroller like a yoyo instead

Thread: "Buying a travel stroller vs using Uppababy Cruz on trips [on]"

I’m loving the travel stroller for city trips and shopping. The Cruz is too big to comfortably bring into small shops and restaurants/ coffee shops. Love being able to fold travel stroller and pop under a table at a restaurant etc. the basket underneath is way smaller tho. I hated having to buy two but they solve different problems. Cruz is like a workhorse for neighbourood walks and large grocery hauls.

Thread: "Are expensive strollers worth it?"

We're urban and do not own a car, so for us having a "fancy" stroller was worthwhile. I'm pregnant with #3 and our Uppababy Cruz has gotten a lot of mileage, it will be used for over 6 years altogether and then we will re-sell it. It does well on public transit, has an enormous basket (handy for grocery shopping and toting gear around), it's easy to handle and can be used from day one with a newborn head insert (it fully reclines). We walk and bike and use public transit, so worth it for us- there are days where we have walked 8-10 km+ with it. If you are in a situation where you pretty much just use a stroller for the occasional stroll or errand and otherwise drive or babywear the rest of the time, then no, it's not really worth it.

Thread: "Nuna triv vs. Uppababy Cruz"

Uppababy cruz is my choice. I like that its durable. Not wobbly at all. I even took it trekking once.

Thread: "Uppababy Cruz (used) or hidden gem stroller that’s cheaper? [on]"

I love my Cruz so much and am just so so glad we decided to bite the bullet and buy it. I would definitely go for that one!

Thread: "What do I get with luxury/expensive strollers (uppababy, Nuna) over affordable ones (Chicco, Graco)"

My BiL bought a Jaguar with his first few adult paychecks and immediately drove over to our suburban working class neighborhood to show it to my husband. I was like, "What are you doing?! Get that thing out of my driveway before the neighbors see you!” He did not find my joke as funny as I did.

Thread: "Mixx Next or Cruz?"

You can lay the seat flat on the Cruz and get the infant snug seat. We did that with our baby and we got a bassinet for cheap on fb marketplace. We love our Cruz. I don't think it's that bulky for a main stroller.

Thread: "Uppababy vista or cruz [on]"

Plan for the kid you're currently having, not the potential kids you think you might possibly maybe want in the future. You can always get a double later if you need it.

Thread: "Is the uppa baby stroller worth it?"

We plan on getting the Cruz and bought the Mesa car seat yesterday. After trying out strollers in store we really liked how the Cruz maneuvered and how light it was and I’ve heard so many good things about the durability.

Thread: "Want to hear your Stroller failure/ regret stories"

I regret the Uppababy vista. It’s freaking ENORMOUS and takes up so much boot space even in our 4WD. At the time I bought it I envisaged having two kids close in age, but my baby really humbled me with her colic and now I’m waiting at least three years for another, so the double feature probably won’t get used! I should’ve bought a Cruz.

Thread: "Choosing the best stroller, what do you wish you'd known earlier?"

We got the Uppababy Cruz. I’m really happy I didn’t get the Vista because even the Cruz feels burdensome/too bulky for me. It’s a really nice stroller but I wish we went really compact/light.