ArkTravel System Pushchair

Pushchair
12.1kg
World and parent facing

£799Typical price

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Ark is a new British pushchair brand, and its first launch is a travel-system-compatible pushchair that comes with a carrycot, a reversible seat unit and a rain cover. The manufacturer says it gives a ‘patented smoother ride’ thanks to the ‘shock-absorbent honeycomb wheels’, ‘triple-action suspension’ and ‘puncture-free tyres’. Read our review to find out how it fared in our tough tests.

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KEY TEST RESULTS
Pushing around obstacles
Shopping basket access and size
Comfort to push

Feb 2020First reviewed by Which?
Sept 2019Released

The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.

How we test pushchairs

12 Mar 2024

Manoeuvrability

Overall
Pavements
Pushing around obstacles
On kerbs
On uneven surfaces
On stairs
Rough ground

How we test manoeuvrability

How easy the pushchair handles on a range of surfaces, including pavements, uneven surfaces, rough ground and around obstacles.

Travelling with the pushchair

Overall
Folding and Unfolding
Lifting and moving when folded
Storing in a standard family car
Public transport

How we test travelling with the pushchair

How easy the pushchair is to fold and unfold for storage or travel. Expect a complicated method or some difficulty adjusting models that get three or fewer stars for this attribute.

Convenience

Overall
Attaching seat unit and accessories
Reclining the backrest
Using the brakes
Shopping basket access and size
Handle
Comfort to push
Cleaning

How we test convenience

How easy it is to use the pushchair, including attaching the seat unit, reclining the seat, using the brakes, and comfort to push.

General
Type	Pushchair
Travel System	Travel system
No of wheels	4
Weight	12.1kg
Maximum weight	15kg
Claimed basket capacity (kg)	3
Direction of seat unit	World and parent facing
Folding Method	Scissor
Folded height	43cm
Folded width	59cm
Folded depth	96cm
Handle height (cm)	103-112
Leg rest positions	2
Contact phone number	01242 787 996
Manufacturer URL	https://www.arkbeststart.com/
Additional info	We introduced new pushchair tests in 2015, 2018 and again in 2019. This model will not be directly comparable to those tested before October 2019.

Features
Use with carrycot	Yes
Use from birth	Yes - with carrycot only
One handed fold	Yes
One handed recline	No
Self catching clip	No
Stands upright when folded	Yes
Pneumatic wheels	No
Adjustable handles	Yes
Back rest positions	3
Baby car seat compatible	Yes
Compatible model	Maxi-Cosi

Accessories
Hood	Included in price
Shopping basket	included in price
Raincover	Included in price
Car seat adaptors	Optional accessory
Footmuff or apron	Optional accessory
Carrycot	Included in price
Ride on platform	Not available
Changing bag	Not available
Mosquito net or sun protector	Optional accessory
Bottle or cup holder	Not available
Parasol	Not available
Carrybag for the pushchair	Not available
Second seat or toddler seat	Not available

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