MothercareJourney

Pram
11.4kg
World and parent facing

£299Typical price

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The Mothercare Journey is a complete travel-system pushchair which includes a seat unit that can convert to a pram to be used from birth, plus a Group 0+ baby car seat. The price, at just under £300, makes it a very attractive option to new parents. Is this the perfect travel-system pushchair to take you and your newborn on your daily journey? Read our full test review to find out.

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What is it?
What's it great at?
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

Jun 2017First reviewed by Which?
Jan 2017Released

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	Pram
Travel System	Travel system
No of wheels	4
Weight	11.4kg
Maximum weight	15kg
Claimed basket capacity (kg)	2.0
Direction of seat unit	World and parent facing
Folding Method	Scissor
Folded height	36.5cm
Folded width	57.5cm
Folded depth	71cm
Handle height (cm)	100-108
Leg rest positions	5
Contact phone number	0845 330 4030
Manufacturer URL	www.mothercare.com
Additional info	We introduced new pushchair tests in 2015, and again in 2018. This model will not be directly comparable to those tested before 2015, or those tested from 2018 onwards.

Features
Use with carrycot	Yes
Use from birth	Yes
One handed fold	No
One handed recline	Yes
Self catching clip	Yes
Stands upright when folded	Yes
Pneumatic wheels	No
Adjustable handles	Yes
Back rest positions	Free choice of position
Baby car seat compatible	Yes
Compatible model	Mothercare

Accessories
Hood	Included in price
Shopping basket	included in price
Raincover	Included in price
Car seat adaptors	Included in price
Footmuff or apron	Included in price
Carrycot	Included in price
Ride on platform	Not available
Changing bag	Optional accessory
Mosquito net or sun protector	Not available
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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