However, many of the products work for children up to 50 pounds, so cheaper better scoring strollers might be viable for longer. Either way, the most expensive award winner, the BoB is almost a third of the price of the Donkey and it scored significantly higher overall and in every metric.
Even the award winner for Top Pick for Outdoor, the Chariot earned a better score and costs half as much. There is just no reason to spend this much on a stroller. It's hard not to be drawn in by the stylish looks of the Donkey, and despite being named after a smelly beast of burden, it really does sort of shine and make you wonder if it would be more fun to use than the competition.
However, this product came in 8th place out of 14, and after we pushed all 14 strollers we find it's somewhat forgettable. It is heavy, cumbersome, and lacks all convenience features most parents are looking for. It has poor storage, no cup holders, and no storage trays. Even though it comes with bassinets and seats for toddlers, it still can't justify the price.
While it might be a nice looking product, and clearly is of good quality, it just can't beat the competition in tests or in our hearts. The Donkey is not a product we recommend. BabyGearLab was founded by a Pediatrician Mom with a mission to provide a reliable, independent, source of information to new parents.
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Share this article:. Our Editors independently research, test, and rate the best products. We only make money if you purchase a product through our links, and we never accept free products from manufacturers. Learn more. There is so much going on with the Bugaboo it feels like a fashionista's closet after fashion week.
This double side-by-side stroller comes with so many attachments and seating options it's hard to keep them straight or manage the collection.
While this may seem kind of cool on the outset, over time storing and using the various accoutrements might end up feeling like a chore instead of fun and versatile. The Donkey did a lot right in this review and certainly its styling will turn more than one head, but its overall lackluster scoring and larger than average price tag, made the whole system feel sort of bloated and overdone. This is an especially important question today, with slight price increases on the Bugaboo Cameleon, Donkey, and Buffalo strollers.
Most strollers are variations on a generic base, with customization added by a brand. They pair a designer and an engineer to create a stroller that has that signature look and functionality that Bugaboo fans love, and this team designs the majority of the stroller components. Every piece of plastic, every rivet, every bit of fabric is Bugaboo-original, and nothing is generic, resulting in a completely unique product. Just how in-depth does this process get? So instead of pulling a braking system from a bike or another running stroller, they designed their own, to meet the specific needs of their specific design.
Unsurprisingly, then, the backlash is already well under way too. Google "Bugaboo Donkey ridiculous" and you get , results, even including one from the Stroller Addicts Anonymous website. Now that one's got to hurt. One blogger writes in the Bugaboo Donkey's defence: "We all make our choices, and sometimes those choices include a great, big, space-hogging, impeccably designed baby transporter.
It is kind of space-hogging, but only in the way all double buggies are space-hogging and deeply unpopular on pavements everywhere. But this is the whole point of the new design: it is the first time you can buy a "double option" one. This idea taps into a key, obvious social trend. It's also a London thing. Professional women are having babies later. The longer you leave it, the higher the likelihood of twins. Also, the later you have your first child, the more likely you are to have another in quick succession.
This buggy is designed with close-in-age baby and toddler siblings in mind. If you can space your children out, you don't need a double buggy. In certain parts of London - Islington, Notting Hill, Richmond - you see these families out in force at the weekends: often the younger child is in the single buggy and the older one is riding precariously on a buggy board - or being forced to walk.
Until now, if those families wanted a duo option, they couldn't get a Bugaboo, so other brands have dominated what is known as the "multiple transport" pushchair market.
Other inconveniences of London life come into play here too, like the cost of childcare: nanny-sharing is increasingly popular as a way of saving money and you need a double buggy for that. And then there's the squeeze on space: the Donkey is designed to fold into itself so you can use it if you live in a flat. The other social trend the Bugaboo taps into is the rise of the urban father: the Bugaboo is not remotely mumsy.
It has a gender-free vibe. One mum tells me unashamedly that they chose a Bugaboo in "manly orange and charcoal" so her husband wouldn't feel embarrassed walking around with it - and he does most of the childcare in the week. You are seeing this because you have not accepted our advertising cookies. If you want to see our videos, please change your cookie preferences. The Bugaboo Donkey is ideal for growing families looking for versatility. Combine the seat, bassinet, or even car seat in any way you want, depending on if you're going out with one or two children.
The independent seats with rotation allow you to switch their direction, plus individually recline them. The smart engineering details in the Bugaboo Donkey makes it easy to maneuver and lift up even if fully loaded. It can hold up a total of lbs in one go, safely carrying the weight of two children and other cargo in one go. But because of how it was engineered, it won't feel like that. The underseat basket is also expandable so that you can enjoy double the storage underneath the stroller.
You can bring as much as you need along for a stroll, or fill it in with groceries. And don't worry—even when fully loaded, you will always be able to push and steer it effortlessly. With comfort ready for any discovery, your child can grow into a happy and curious little individual while always feeling safe and cozy. Each stroller is meticulously tested, built to last, and made to exceed every industry safety and quality standard there is.
From choosing chemical free materials to quick-lock solutions that help you fasten a safety harness in a heartbeat. Every one of our products is made to give you peace of mind while using it. We want to excite families about the everyday with the help of a fantastic range of products that easily mix and match to fit any need—from fabric colors to helpful accessories.
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