Mums review Britax’s new Signature Strider strollers
Buying a pram is one of the biggest investments parents need to make when preparing for a newborn. There are so many factors to consider before making your decision like comfort, size, price and accessories.
Whether you’re a new parent or growing your family, Britax’s new Steelcraft Striders provide extraordinary value for money. The Steelcraft Signature Strider v5 is the latest full-size pram by Britax whereas the Strider Mini Signature is a smaller, lightweight version of the same pram.
We asked two mums from the Tell Me Baby community to review both the Strider v5 and Strider Mini. Watch the videos below to find out what they thought.
The Steelcraft Strider Signature v5 is a modern and stylish full-size pram that comes with a Click & Go™ Signature Bassinet, Click & Go™ Adaptors & a Stroller Organiser. It’s also compatible with Britax Safe-n-Sound Unity Baby Capsules and the Strider Signature v5 Second Seat, making it tandem compatible and suitable for parents of twins/multiples.
Both seats have multiple recline adjustments and near flat recline positions, perfect for newborns. The pram also features a reversible seat, easy one-step fold action and an extra large 12kg basket.
For parents looking for a smaller pram with less frills, the Strider Mini Signature is a great alternative! It features all the convenience and comfort of the much-loved Strider but in a smaller size.
A lightweight, forward or rearward facing stroller, the Strider Mini has an adjustable handle bar and 3 stage canopy. It comes with a Stroller Organiser and is compatible with the Britax Safe-n-Sound Unity Baby Capsules, and the Click & Go™ Signature Bassinet.
What our reviewers thought of the Strider v5 & Strider Mini:
Katina J. reviewed the Britax Strider Signature v5 Stroller with her baby girl and two-year old boy. Sam M. reviewed the Strider Mini Signature with her 9-month old baby girl.
First impressions
Katina J. says, “First impressions were great. I loved the colour of the pram, all the different accessories that also come with the pram looked great too. When taking it out of the box I was impressed with how light weight the pram was.”
Sam M. says, “My first impression of this pram was ‘wow, I can’t believe it fit in the box!’ When I set up the pram it looked so sturdy and full size, but it folds down into a mini size and is so light. I can lift it easily with one hand!”
Ease of use / set up instructions
Katina J. says, “The majority of instructions were really clear and easy to follow. The only part of the pram we struggled with was the second seat attachment. But once we figured it out it was really easy to take off and put back on.”
Sam M. says, “The instructions for set up were very easy, I almost didn’t need them for the majority of the pram setup.”
The comfort factor
Katina J. says, “My baby enjoyed the bassinet. I love the different reclining positions and she seems settled whenever in it. My two year old is very tall for his age. He seems to struggle to get in and out of the second seat and I think he maybe too long to sit in the seat with the hood on comfortably. But once he is in the seat he seems to like it. He is much better in the top main seat but the baby is still a little too young to put on the bottom seat.”
Sam M. says, “My baby slept in the Strider Mini for over an hour and a half which is a blessing because she usually doesn’t sleep in our current pram at all. She is very comfortable sitting and sleeping in the pram when it isn’t moving also.”
My favourite features
Katina J. says, “I love how light the pram is, it moves really well. Even with both children in the seat walking with the pram is nice. The only feedback here I give it is a little hard to push up onto the footpath when crossing the road. I feel I need to move the pram around and pull it up. I love the mud guards on the wheel which stops my son from touching the wheels. I like the carry bag and also the giant hoods on each of the seats. The pram is also really easy to put in and out of the car. The hand recliners are so smooth and easy to use, other prams I have used they can be quite tough and not smooth.”
Sam M. says, “My favourite features are definitely the lightness of the pram, the extreme ease of steering and the storage space underneath. You can expand the basket underneath at the front also if needed, and there are pockets at the back to keep things like bottles etc upright. I also love the ventilation flap on the hood that I can open to get some fresh air in when my daughter is sleeping. Plus I can check on her through this while we are walking without her seeing me and waking up. The pram brake has a little green signal when the brake is off, and with a tap of your foot you can put the brake on and a red signal appears. That is a little feature my mum loves when she pushes my daughter in the pram – it’s visible and easy for her to operate. My husband really likes the adjustable handle bar as he is very tall and can click it into the highest position for him so he doesn’t have to push the pram hunched over. We also use the pouch bag a lot even going on small walks, it fits so much in there that I often don’t have to take my whole nappy bag out with us, it buttons on to the push bar. There is a zip pouch on the back of the pram hood that we keep money/licences etc in when we go for quick beach walks – it’s fairly hidden from view so our valuables feel safe.”
Would you recommend the pram to others?
Katina J. says, “Yes I would recommend this pram to anyone with two young children that is looking for a lightweight pram and affordable pram. It really is great bang for your buck.”
Sam M. says, “This pram does all the things I would expect of a very high end luxury stroller, but the bonus is that it’s lighter, has more space underneath and is a smooth ride for parent and baby! If it came with a cup holder for my morning coffee that would be a bonus, apart from that I cannot fault this stroller.”
Read more reviews of the Steelcraft Strider Signature v5 Stroller and Steelcraft Strider Mini Signature.
