Cheap Prams

It will depend on your budget, your lifestyle and the needs of your child if you choose the pram (or stroller). Think about how you'll plan to use it from day to day, and how much space you have in your car boot or at your home to store it.

Our expert in baby gear is thrilled by the fact that this one-stop deal comes with the carrycot, pushchair and a Stratus car seat (0-6m). It's also strong and stylish.

Cost

The prams that make our top 10 list of the top value in Australia have features that are worth the money and are a good 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 let you select the direction your baby faces. Its big air-filled tyres and integrated suspension provide a comfortable ride even on rough terrain. It also has a large shopping basket that can hold nappies and a packet of food items.

The Xplory X is an elegant and comfortable pram from Stokke. It's available in a range of muted shades and its quilted and brushed cotton twill fabric look chic. The bassinet is curved, and is more like a crib. It has a cushioned seat, chest pads, and a head pillow. It's not the most expensive pram around, but it does offer plenty of value with a luxurious feel and plenty of extras such as a cup holder and an extended sun canopy.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro is a premium option that is suitable for toddlers and infants. Its reversible seat as well as its fully-reclinable carrycot lets you adjust the position of your child to suit their mood. The hood can be lowered to the floor to provide a comfy snooze with full coverage. Its compact fold allows it to be easily moved and put away.

While some prams include an infant car seat or carrycot included however, others require you to buy these separately. This sleek and durable travel system from Baby Jogger is a standout. It will save you time and money because it includes all the components in one package. This set includes an Graco isofix base, a pushchair and a lie-flat carrier.

The best prams for newborns are those that allow them to lay flat, which increases oxygen saturation and aids in supporting an ideal hip and spine development. The prams featured in this buying guide come with an adjustable seat that can be used from birth, and some can be converted into a double so that you can accommodate twins or siblings.

Durability

A pram is a significant purchase for a new parent. It's also one of those products that are used a lot. It is essential to choose the right pram to take on everything from shiny floors to bumpy cobblestones. Our testers tested the latest products from top brands on city streets, country trails and even off-roading.

A good pram should also be able to provide comfort to your child. That means a soft seat liner and a padded harness that's easily adjustable. It should be able to recline in a variety of positions, and come with a large storage basket that can accommodate your groceries, your change bag, and other essentials for your child. It should also be easy to fold, so it's easy to put it away in your car or take it on an airplane.

The pram that passed all of our tests is the iCandy Peach 7. This elegant travel system ticks all the boxes that you'd expect from a premium pram set. It's suitable from birth due to the carrycot that comes with it and converts seamlessly into a twin pushchair with car seat when your child grows older. It comes with a lot of high-end features, such as soft padding, a large basket, and puncture-proof tires. It's also easy to maneuver due to its lightweight aluminium frame.

This is not cheap, but if you have the money, it's a fantastic purchase. It's super comfortable for your baby and, with three recline settings, is ideal if your baby naps on the go. It also has a huge sunshade and hood that is easy to keep clean. It can also be folded with the bassinet or seat unit still attached so it's an ideal space-saver. Its ability to can handle all types of terrain means that you'll be capable of taking your baby anywhere from the main street to the countryside, and everything in between. The iCandy Peach 7 definitely is worth the price.

Simple to Use

A pram must be easy to use in order to keep you and baby happy while out on walks. It's essential to choose a stroller that folds easily and easy to carry out of the car and onto public transport. It also needs to be comfortable for your child and you.

A good pram must be able to fully recline to a flat position for babies (this is crucial because your baby's lungs may not be developed enough to cope in an upright seat). If you're going to be traveling frequently then look for a travel system with a car seat and footmuff included in the price - this will save your time and money when compared with buying each component separately.

It's also worth deciding if you'd like a stroller that's compatible with a capsule or car seat which makes it easier to take your baby out in the winter, as well as and from the airport. However, if you don't believe you'll be using these extra components, consider picking a pram with a bassinet that detaches so it can be used from the time of birth.

Then, consider the basket size - can you fit a few bags of groceries inside it? The best basket is a large and spacious one. Be sure that the pram isn't too heavy to lift into the car boot or onto 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 can help their children excel. She searches the market for the most suitable products for families that range from the most advanced sleeping aids to playpens. She has been a parenting reporter for 15 years and has a wealth of information on everything from infant seats and maternity clothes. She is also a mother of three. Her suggestions for choosing the right pram are based on her own experience and extensive research in the industry. She carefully chooses products that are at a range of price points to be included in our buying guide, making sure that there is something for everyone.

Style

It is essential to ensure that the pram you pick is the right one for your child. Can it be easily navigated through narrow aisles in stores and can it handle cobblestones? You should also consider the space available in your car and home to store it, as well as whether it's foldable when not being used.

It is important to take your time when choosing a stroller. You may still use it in a few years. Look for a design that doesn't get old and pick a color that will be easy to mix and mix and match with other accessories like changing bags and a baby carrier.

There are plenty of stylish prams on the market that offer great value for money. Our experienced testers have put the latest models from the leading brands to the test and have found some real winners.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro premium pushchair is suitable for babies from birth and features an advanced suspension system that can tackle different surfaces easily. It's simple to put together, and although it's not the most compact pushchair available, it's compact enough for use in tight spaces and is easy to fit through doors. The hood can be raised to nearly the floor, giving your child a private and cosy place for naps or sun protection. The puncture-resistant tyres ensure an easy ride, and the chassis is sturdy safe and secure.