MicraliteSmartFold travel system

Pushchair
11.3kg
World facing

£365Typical price

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The SmartFold is one of three new launches from Micralite. It's a hybrid pushchair that's said to combine the robust build and all-terrain wheels of an off-road buggy with the manoeuvrability and compact fold of a lightweight city stroller. It can also be used as a travel system if you buy additional extras. Read our review to find out how this pushchair fared in our tough tests and whether the fold is as clever as its name implies.

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What's it like to push?
Is the seat comfortable?
Is it easy to fold and store?
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KEY TEST RESULTS
Pushing around obstacles
Shopping basket access and size
Comfort to push

Feb 2019First reviewed by Which?
Sept 2018Released

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	11.3kg
Maximum weight	22kg
Claimed basket capacity (kg)	3.0
Direction of seat unit	World facing
Folding Method	Umbrella
Folded height	103cm
Folded width	50cm
Folded depth	47cm
Handle height (cm)	84-108
Leg rest positions	1
Contact phone number	01756 631254
Manufacturer URL	https://www.micralite.com
Additional info	We introduced new pushchair tests in 2015, and again in 2018. This model will not be directly comparable to those tested after 2015, or those tested from 2018 onwards.

Features
Use with carrycot	Yes
Use from birth	Yes
One handed fold	Yes
One handed recline	Yes
Self catching clip	Yes
Stands upright when folded	Yes
Pneumatic wheels	Yes
Adjustable handles	No
Back rest positions	3
Baby car seat compatible	Yes
Compatible model	Maxi-Cosi
Other compatible baby car seats	Cybex, Joie
Included in price	No

Accessories
Hood	Included
Shopping basket	Included
Raincover	Included
Car seat adaptors	Optional accessory
Footmuff or apron	Optional accessory
Carrycot	Optional accessory
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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