Hub²

I got the Vista and sold it, one good thing about an Uppababy product especially the Vista is that it holds up its value pretty well. I sold it for $100 less than I bought it from with 4 months of use. I soon realize that my baby doesn’t like to be restrained in a stroller so hauling 2 kids with the Vista wouldn’t work for us but a single stroller with the piggy back board would work perfectly. I ended up buying another high end single stroller called Joolz Hub2 and liking it so far. I really enjoy the smooth ride and I do notice the difference in build and ride quality between a Joolz/Nuna/ Bugaboo/Uppababy/ Cybex I’ve tried in store vs the one Graco sold at Costco.

We're in London and don't have a car - I'm really happy with our Joolz Hub 2 (though we're only 9 weeks in, so still using the bassinet). It's really expensive so I did get the bassinet as a hand-me-down (I imagine we'll give back if they have a second, and we bought a new mattress).  It's light weight, very manoeuvrable, has enough room when I go to the supermarket. Sometimes on rough ground it seems a bit juddery but that's a rarity for us so I'm glad we went for something less huge. When we move to the other seat I'm glad it'll be facing me rather than outward. One thing to think about is how much stuff gets sold secondhand after minimal use - we're now on a local parents' WhatsApp and so seems feasible you could get one pram now and then change if you have a second baby. I personally wouldn't get a double pram when you're pregnant with your first. 

The set handlebar was the main dealbreaker for the Aer 2 because my husband is over 6 feet tall. We went with the Hub 2 and it really makes a difference. He‘s a former nanny and said it was the first stroller that he could actually take a full stride in while pushing. It’s also a sturdier than the Aer 2 and rides very smoothly on imperfect sidewalks/paths. Still in bassinet phase, but I really like that we have the option for parent facing post-bassinet.

I started my stroller journey by buying a highly recommended stroller and hating it... and ended up with multiple ones, which turned into testing over 100 models and reviewing them :) That said: NOT LOVING: Uppababy Vista - rides smooth, but too big and bulky Mockingbird - awful, scary with recalls, doesn't drive smoothly as all Cybex Orfeo - too flimsy Cybex Coya - where do I even begin with this bad fold GB Pockit - not worth your fingers Ergobaby Metro - too heavy for a travel stroller and unfold feels meh SummerInfant 3d quickclose - too good to be true, super flimsy Nuna TRVL - too short seat, too big to take into the cabin and too expensive for what it is Uppababy Minu - too big for a travel stroller model, weird bumper bar and flimsy canopy LOVING: Cybex Priam - amazing, especially the e-version. If I were to get a one full-size stroller this would be my top choice Stokke Yoyo3 - most well-known and guaranteed on board Joolz Aer - smooth ride, great accessories Joolz Hub2 - solid mid-size option Cybex Gazelle - good for 2 under 2 Bombi - good mid-size option Bugaboo Butterfly 2 - didn't like the first version, but these upgrades made it better Mamazing - good budget option Zoe Traveler - amazing canopy and solid stroller Inglesina Quid - cute solid compact stroller

I've Joolz Hub2, which is lovely (I live in London and use public transport). It's definitely not the smallest/lightest bassinet + wheels, but my LO (now 14 weeks) fits in it nicely and still has a good amount of space.

I have Hub2, but I do like the idea of the new Aer and the updated design (softer fabric, hub2 has a bit of a rough one). Joolz has been purchased by Bugaboo, so they have tweaked some bits quite nicely.

I'd say you need: Pram with bassinet, where your baby will be for the first several months (6 or so), the seat itself. Then you need to decide if you need something compact or that works for different types of terrain. For that, I really recommend visiting John Lewis or Mamas&Papas. We personally have Joolz Hub2, because it's quite compact and fits in our small-ish apartment well. It wouldn't be the best anywhere but a normal pavement but works very well in the city. I like that the seat can be facing both ways - parent and world and can be swapped in 5 seconds. I hear one of the best prams for travelling is Joolz Aer which is super lightweight and can be taken on board of the plane as it folds small and fits the overhead compartment.

I have Hub2 but planning to swap for Aer2 when he's ready to sit world facing. I've tested it in JL and loved it so much. So light and soooo easy to fold (unlike hub2, that's some struggle).

We got friends who swore by Joolz Aer. So we went in, saw that new Hub2 was released, and bought it instead. I had no desire to spend time to even think about it 🤪😄

We've been using our hub2 for 10.5 months now, and I do like it but not everything. No issues with bassinet, it was lovely. Absolutely hate the shoulder pads/straps, so stiff and the fabric is very coarse, it's not problem now, but felt so uncomfortable for my little one when we moved him out of the bassinet. I don't like how the front wheels act - feels like even smallest uneven surface trips the pram. I find folding the pram very awkward. However, I do love how compact it is, canopy is great and basket is also very nice. Love that you can change the direction of the seat unit parent/world. Planning to get aer 2 when I feel that my son is ready to face the world 😄

Although we have a Joolz Hub2 which is quite similar to the Aer2 in many ways (but a bit bigger) I do love our stroller so far. Allot of positive reviews / comments and less negative on Joolz in general according to your post and that’s good to see ;)

They’re both good city prams (no idea about dogs) but storage is on the smaller side - but one thing to think about is if the height is good for you and your partner. If you’re tall you might find the handle too low down (and they’re not adjustable). If you want something a bit bigger without being an outdoorsy pram, a good option is the Joolz Hub 2.