Cheap Prams

It's all about your budget, your lifestyle and your child's needs if you opt for the pram (or stroller). Think about how you plan to use it from day to day, and how much space you have in your car's boot and at home for storage.

This package comes with an infant carrycot and a pushchair seat and a Stratus (0-6m) car seat. It's also stylish and sturdy.

Cost

The prams in our top 10 list of the top value in Australia come with features that are of good value and come at a reasonable price for their class. For instance, the ABC Design Salsa 4 is modern that features swivel front wheels as well as a reversible seat unit that lets you select the direction your baby is positioned. The large air-filled tyres as well as the integrated suspension ensure a smooth ride, even on rough terrain. It also has a large shopping basket that can accommodate nappies and a packet of groceries.

The Xplory X is a fashionable and comfortable pram from Stokke. It's available in a variety of muted shades and its quilted and brushed cotton twill fabrics look elegant. The padded seat with head pillow and chest pads feels cozy and the bassinet features an elegant curvature that feels more like an infant crib than the traditional pram. The pram isn't the cheapest however it provides an excellent value due to its luxurious feel and many features like a coffee cup holder or an extended sun canopy.

Another premium option is the Mamas and Papas Ocarro, a versatile pushchair that's suitable for babies and toddlers. Its reversible seats and fully-reclinable carrycot allow you to alter the position of your child according to their needs. The hood can be lowered to the feet to allow a relaxing snooze and complete coverage. Its compact fold makes it easy to move and store.

Some prams come with the car seat and carrycot and some require you purchase them separately. One exception is this fashionable and sturdy 'travel system' from Baby Jogger, which saves you money and time by bringing all the components you need in one set. It comes with an adjustable carrycot that can lie flat as well as a pushchair sale seat, and a Graco Isofix base - all you require to begin.

The best prams to use for babies give them to lie flat. This improves oxygenation and helps support healthy spine development and hip development. All the prams travel system featured in this list feature a fully reclinable seat, which can be used from birth. Some of them are also convertible to a double for twins or siblings.

Durability

A pram purchase is among the most expensive purchases you'll make as a newly parent and it's one of those baby products that needs to withstand a lot of use. It's important to pick a pram that can handle everything from shiny flooring to bumpy cobblestones. Our testers tried the most recent products from top brands on city streets, country trails and even off-roading.

A great pram should provide comfort for your baby. This means a soft seat liner and a padded harness that's easily adjustable. It should be able recline in different positions, and also have an ample basket that can hold your food items, a change bag, and other essentials for your child. And, of course it should be simple to fold, so you can store it in your car quickly or hop on a bus easily.

The pram that has passed all of our tests is the iCandy Peach 7. This elegant travel system has everything you'd expect from a top stroller. The carrycot included makes it suitable for infants, and as they grow, it can be transformed into a twin pushchair. It comes with a variety of premium features like plush padding, a spacious basket and puncture-proof tyres. It is easy to operate thanks to its lightweight aluminium frame.

It's not expensive, but if you have the money, it's an excellent purchase. It's extremely comfortable for your baby and, with three reclining settings, is perfect for naps on the go. It has a large sunshade, hood and is easy to clean. It can also be folded with the seat or bassinet still attached, making it a great space saver. It can be used in any terrain, so you can carry your baby everywhere. From the high-street to the country and everywhere between. The iCandy Peach 7 is definitely worth the money.

Ease of Use

A pram must be simple to use so that you can keep you and your child comfortable on your walks. This is why it's crucial to select a pram that can be easily folded and easy to carry out of the car or onto public transport. It must also be a comfortable fit for your baby and you.

A quality pram should be able to recline fully to a lying-flat position for newborns (this is vital because your baby's lungs may not be mature enough to cope with an upright seat). If you're going to be traveling a lot then look for a travel system with the car seat and footmuff included in the cost - this will save you time and money in comparison to buying each piece separately.

It's also worth considering if you're looking for a pram compatible with a capsule or car seat which makes it easier to take your baby out during winter as well as to and from the airport. If you don't intend to use these additional pieces then you might want to consider a pram with a bassinet which you can use from the time of birth.

Last but not least, take a look at the size of your shopping basket. Can you fit several bags of groceries into it? The best basket is a big, spacious one. Be sure that the pram isn't too heavy to carry into the car boot or onto public transport.

As a Digital Reviews Coordinator and Writer on the Immediate Media Parenting team, Chloe has a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology and is passionate about helping parents find products that will help their children thrive. She searches the market to discover the most recent and top family-friendly products, from high-tech sleep aids to playpens. She has been a parenting reporter for 15 years and has a wealth knowledge on everything from infant seats and maternity clothes. She is also a mother of 3. Her suggestions for choosing the right pram come from her personal experience and extensive research in the industry. She carefully selects the right products from a wide range of price points for inclusion in our buying guides to ensure there's something for all.

Style

A pram is one of the biggest purchases new parents make for their infant, so it's important to ensure that it ticks all the right boxes - can you easily manoeuvre it through narrow shop aisles and does it manage cobblestones easily? Consider how much room you have in your car and home to store the pram, and also whether it's easy to fold.

There's a lot to think about when purchasing a pram, so it's worth taking your time to find one that you are happy with - you could be using it several years from now. Look for a design that doesn't get old and pick a color that is easy to mix and mix and match with other accessories, like a changing bag or baby carrier.

There are plenty of stylish prams available on the market that provide great value for price. Our experts tested the most recent models from the top brands and found some real winners.

The Mamas and Papas Ocarro is a premium pushchair that's suitable for children from birth and features an advanced suspension system that can take on various surfaces effortlessly. It is easy to assemble and, despite being the tiniest of cheap pushchairs but it's compact enough to pass through doorways and narrow spaces. The hood can be lowered to almost the level of the ground and provides your child with an intimate and cozy space for sun protection or naps. The puncture-proof tyres provide it with an easy ride, and the chassis feels solid secure and secure.