Chasing a stroller with Scandinavian style and a build made to last? Stokke has a loyal following for good reason, but these are premium strollers, so the price deserves a hard look before you commit.
Stokke’s current stroller range centers on the YOYO3, the compact travel stroller it now sells after acquiring Babyzen. We compared the two YOYO3 setups you can actually buy today, weighing the specs, the features, and what real parents report, so you can match one to your family.
Read on for our take on the best Stokke strollers and which configuration fits your life.
- Lie-flat newborn nest
- Grows to age four
- Cabin-approved fold
Our Review Criteria: Weight and fold size decide whether a Stokke stroller works for travel, so we compared those figures first across the current lineup. From Stokke’s published specifications, independent stroller reviews, and feedback from parents who use these strollers daily, we also weighed seat comfort and recline, the maximum weight capacity that sets how long each frame lasts, and how easily one chassis adapts from newborn to toddler. When Stokke discontinued a model, we moved the recommendation to its current successor, which is why this list centers on the YOYO3. We verify that every pick is currently available and swap out any model that goes out of production.
Who Is Stokke?
Stokke did not start with babies. The company was founded in 1932 in Alesund, Norway, and first made adult furniture and bus seats (1). Its early focus was ergonomic seating.
That changed in 1972 with the Tripp Trapp highchair. Designed by Peter Opsvik, the adjustable chair became a Nordic design icon and brought children right up to the family table.
Stokke entered the stroller market in 2003 with the original Xplory, which introduced a high seat that kept parent and baby at eye level. That focus on closeness still defines the brand.
Since then Stokke has moved fully into premium children’s gear, from nursery furniture to baby carriers and strollers.
Stokke Today
Stokke is now owned by NXMH, a Belgian investment company (2), but the design language stays distinctly Norwegian. The brand still leans on smart, sustainable materials and gear that grows with a child.
Stokke also acquired Babyzen, the company behind the well-known YOYO travel stroller. That stroller now carries the Stokke name and sells as the YOYO3 (3), which is why the current range is built around one compact, expandable frame rather than a wall of models.
What Parents Say About Stokke Strollers
We are fans of Stokke, and plenty of parents are too. The praise usually starts with the seat height and the connection it allows.
A higher seat makes it easy to talk to your baby, point things out, and keep eye contact without stooping. On the YOYO3 the newborn nest also faces the parent, which many caregivers value on those first walks.
Build quality is the other common compliment. The frame feels solid, the fabrics are well made, and the harness clicks in securely.
Price is the usual sticking point, and storage is the specific gripe. The YOYO3 under-seat basket is small, holding up to about 22 pounds, so it fills quickly next to the big baskets on bulkier strollers.
Be Cautious
Product Reviews
Stokke’s buyable stroller lineup comes down to two YOYO3 setups. Here is who each one suits.
Stokke YOYO3 From Newborn
Best Stokke Stroller for Newborns
The YOYO3 from-newborn bundle is the setup to buy if you are starting from birth. It pairs the compact YOYO3 frame with the 0+ Newborn Pack, which lets your baby lie completely flat and face you, and it adds the 6+ Color Pack and car seat adapters so one stroller carries your child from the hospital run to around age four.
The newborn nest is rated for babies up to about 20 pounds. When your baby can sit up around six months, you swap in the 6+ seat. That single frame handles both stages, so you are not shopping for a second stroller partway through the first year.
Underneath it is still the ultralight, cabin-friendly YOYO3, so birth-ready convenience does not cost you the compact fold that makes this line worth the money.
What We Like
Flat and Facing You From Birth
The 0+ Newborn Pack is a padded nest that lets a newborn lie fully flat with a five-point harness, turned toward the parent for early walks. It is the piece that makes the YOYO3 usable on day one instead of at six months.
One Frame, Birth to Preschool
Swapping the newborn pack for the 6+ Color Pack turns the same stroller into a toddler ride that holds up to 48.5 pounds. You buy the frame once and reconfigure it as your child grows.
Travel System Included
The bundle ships with car seat adapters, so you can click a compatible infant car seat straight onto the frame. That covers sleeping-baby transfers without a separate travel-system purchase.
Still Airport-Sized
Adding the newborn pack does not change the frame, so it keeps the same overhead-bin fold. Birth-to-toddler range rarely comes in a stroller this compact.
What We Don't Like
You Pay for the Full Kit Upfront
This is the costliest way into the YOYO3 because you get every stage at once. If your baby is already six months, you do not need the newborn pack and can start with the lighter base model below.
Small Basket
The under-seat basket holds up to about 22 pounds and is awkward to reach with the newborn nest installed. Plan on a caddy or a clip-on bag for longer outings.
Two-Step Fold
Collapsing the frame is a two-part motion that really wants both hands, and it can resist folding if the front wheels are not aligned first. It takes a few tries to make it smooth.
Product Specs
| Suitability | From birth to about 4 years |
| Included | Frame, 0+ Newborn Pack, 6+ Color Pack, car seat adapters |
| Stroller weight | About 14.8 pounds (6+ configuration) |
| Maximum weight | 48.5 pounds |
| Folded dimensions | 20.5 inches by 17.3 inches by 7.1 inches |
| Canopy | UPF 50+ with ventilation window |
| Basket capacity | Up to 22 pounds |
Our Ratings
Stokke YOYO3 Stroller
Best Lightweight Stokke Stroller
If your baby is already six months or older, the standard YOYO3 is the lighter, simpler way to buy Stokke’s travel stroller. It comes with the frame, seat, and canopy in the 6+ configuration, and it is the direct successor to the popular Babyzen YOYO2.
At roughly 14.8 pounds it stays easy to lift, and it folds to about 20.5 by 17.3 by 7.1 inches, small enough for most airplane overhead bins. Once you land you can pop it open and roll straight out of the terminal.
You can still add the newborn pack, car seat adapters, a ride-on board, or the YOYO Connect later, so starting with the base frame does not lock you out of the accessory range.
What We Like
Genuinely Airport-Friendly
Folded, the YOYO3 clears the overhead-bin limit on most airlines and slings over your shoulder with the included strap. It is one of the few strollers you can carry through security like a bag.
Light in One Hand
At about 14.8 pounds it is easy to lift into a trunk or up a flight of stairs, and the four-wheel suspension smooths out cobblestones and cracked sidewalks better than most strollers this small.
Expandable Later
The 6+ base is the cheapest entry point, and it takes the full YOYO accessory range: add a 0+ Newborn Pack for a younger sibling or the YOYO Connect to turn it into a double.
Canopy That Actually Closes
The UPF 50+ canopy reaches well over the seat and adds a ventilation panel plus a peek-a-boo window that closes, so you can check on a sleeping baby without letting light in.
What We Don't Like
Not Built for Rough Terrain
The small wheels are made for pavement and airport floors. On grass, gravel, or trails they bog down, so country families should look at Stokke’s all-terrain options instead.
Small Basket, Fiddly Fold
The under-seat basket is shallow, and the two-step fold needs both hands and aligned front wheels to close cleanly. Neither is a dealbreaker, but both take getting used to.
Newborn Use Costs Extra
Out of the box this is a six-months-and-up stroller. To use it from birth you buy the newborn pack separately, which is why brand-new parents often prefer the from-newborn bundle above.
Product Specs
| Suitability | From 6 months to about 4 years |
| Included | Frame, 6+ seat cushion, canopy |
| Stroller weight | About 14.8 pounds |
| Maximum weight | 48.5 pounds |
| Folded dimensions | 20.5 inches by 17.3 inches by 7.1 inches |
| Canopy | UPF 50+ with ventilation window |
| Basket capacity | Up to 22 pounds |
Our Ratings
| Product | Best | Suitability | Weight | Maximum weight | Folded size | Canopy |
| YOYO3 Newborn Bundle | For Newborns | Birth to ~4 yrs | 14.8 lbs | 48.5 lbs | 20.5″ x 17.3″ x 7.1″ | UPF 50+ |
| YOYO3 Stroller | Best Lightweight | 6 mo to ~4 yrs | 14.8 lbs | 48.5 lbs | 20.5″ x 17.3″ x 7.1″ | UPF 50+ |
Stokke Stroller Accessories
The real value of the YOYO3 is the ecosystem you can bolt onto one frame. These are the add-ons worth considering:
- Car Seat Adapters: Turn the stroller into a travel system by clicking in a compatible infant seat from brands like Nuna, Cybex, Maxi-Cosi, or BeSafe.
- YOYO Cup Holder: Attaches at several points on the frame and keeps your drink steady while you push.
- YOYO Connect: Clips onto the back to turn a single YOYO3 into a tandem double, handy for growing city families.
- 0+ Newborn Pack: Adds a lie-flat nest so a base YOYO3 works from birth up to about 20 pounds.
- 6+ Color Pack: Swaps the seat textiles and canopy to refresh the look or replace worn fabric.
- YOYO Leg Rest: Extends the seat base for a flatter, more supported nap on longer outings.
- YOYO Bag: Adds sturdier storage than the small under-seat basket and includes a carrying strap.
- Stokke PramPack: An airline-friendly travel bag that protects the frame when you check it or gate-check it on a flight.
Where to Buy Stokke Strollers
Stokke keeps distribution tight, so you will not find these strollers in every big-box store. The full current range lives on the Stokke website.
You can also buy through specialty baby retailers like Nordstrom and Pottery Barn Kids, and on Amazon. Stick to an authorized seller so your warranty stays valid.
Stokke Stroller FAQs
Can You Use the Stokke YOYO3 From Birth?
Yes, the Stokke YOYO3 works from birth once you add the 0+ Newborn Pack, which lets a baby lie completely flat and face you up to about 20 pounds. The from-newborn bundle includes that pack in the box; with the base 6+ model you buy it separately.
Does the Stokke YOYO3 Fold up Small?
The Stokke YOYO3 folds to about 20.5 by 17.3 by 7.1 inches, small enough for most airline overhead bins. The fold is a two-step motion that needs both hands, but once collapsed it slings over your shoulder with the included strap.
Is the Stokke YOYO3 Non-Toxic?
Stokke makes the YOYO3 to meet global safety standards for baby gear, and the seat fabrics are removable and machine washable. If a specific certification matters to you, confirm the current materials details on Stokke’s product page before buying.
How Long Can You Use a Stokke YOYO3?
You can use the YOYO3 from birth to roughly age four, up to a 48.5-pound weight limit. Start with the newborn pack for lie-flat use, switch to the 6+ seat around six months, and add a ride-on board or the YOYO Connect if a sibling arrives.
How Do You Recline the Stokke YOYO3?
The YOYO3 reclines with a strap on the back of the seat that you loosen or tighten to set the angle. The 6+ seat does not lie fully flat, so use the 0+ Newborn Pack when you need a flat position for a young baby.
How Do You Clean a Stokke YOYO3?
Wipe the frame with a damp cloth and mild soap, and machine wash the removable seat fabrics on a gentle cycle. Check the care label first, and air dry the textiles rather than using high heat.
Where Are Stokke Strollers Made?
Stokke is a Norwegian company, but it manufactures in several locations worldwide, including Europe and Asia, under its own quality control. Design and engineering stay rooted in Norway.
What Is the Warranty on Stokke Strollers?
Stokke typically offers a three-year extended warranty on strollers when you register the product on its website soon after purchase; otherwise the standard warranty applies. Keep your receipt and register early to get the full coverage.
