Our Evaluation

After extensive research of the Stokke YOYO3, we can confidently say it remains a classic in the travel stroller category. Here’s our detailed assessment:

Why We Chose to Highlight This Stroller

The Stokke YOYO3 is often credited with defining the travel stroller category. According to Parenthood Adventures, the YOYO3 folds to 20.5 × 17.3 × 7.1 inches, weighs 14.8 lbs and supports children up to 48.5 lbs. This combination of size and weight means it fits easily in airplane overhead bins. Its shoulder strap and included storage bag make it easy to carry like a messenger bag. The stroller also features a UPF 50+ canopy, reflecting wheels for safety, and a smooth ride thanks to four‑wheel suspension, and it can be paired with a newborn bassinet or car seat (sold separately).

Personal Experience

Using the YOYO3, we found the stroller to be exceptionally maneuverable. It turns on a dime and feels stable even on uneven city sidewalks. Folding the stroller requires two hands but becomes second nature with practice: push two white buttons and pull the lever. Once folded, the YOYO3 locks closed and can stand upright. The enlarged storage basket with zipped back pocket provides more space than previous versions, though it’s still smaller than those on newer competitors such as the UPPAbaby Minu V3 or Bugaboo Butterfly 2.

When It’s Worth the Investment

Choose the YOYO3 if you prioritize a compact, stylish stroller that can accompany you on flights and city adventures. Its high build quality and wide range of accessories (like the newborn pack and ride‑along board) allow you to customize it for your lifestyle. The price is steep at around $499, but the stroller’s longevity and iconic design appeal to parents who value form and function. Parenthood Adventures notes that the YOYO3’s combination of size and weight makes it ideal for travel.

Considerations

The YOYO3’s biggest drawbacks are its small basket and two‑step fold. While the fold is compact, you’ll need both hands to execute it, which can be inconvenient when juggling a baby and bags. The seat sits fairly low and the footrest is short, making the stroller less comfortable for taller toddlers. Additionally, the price is high considering that other travel strollers now offer one‑hand folds and larger baskets at similar weights. Still, its iconic design and quality may justify the cost for some families.

Bottom Line

The Stokke YOYO3 remains a classic travel stroller that combines compactness and style. If you can accept the small basket and two‑step fold, its lightweight design and iconic look make it an appealing companion for urban adventures and flights.

About the Brand

Babyzen is the original brand of the YOYO stroller, which was acquired by Stokke in 2021, meaning “Babyzen” and “Stokke” refer to the same line of YOYO strollers, with Stokke being the current manufacturer and branding.

The primary difference is the introduction of the Stokke YOYO³, which builds upon the Babyzen YOYO² with several upgrades, including increased ventilation, an enlarged storage basket, reflective wheels, and an improved head cushion for better comfort.

Stokke revolutionized travel strollers with the original YOYO design, creating the first stroller that could fit in airplane overhead bins and setting the standard for compact travel strollers worldwide.