Silver CrossWave travel system

Pram
15.3kg
World and parent facing

£1,075Typical price

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Silver Cross claims that the Wave combines streamlined design with contemporary elegance that’s perfect for a growing family. As a convertible single-to-double travel-system pushchair it has plenty of options on how you want to transport your baby or toddler, but is it any good? Find out how it fared in our tests, as well as our safety and structural testing in the full review.

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What is it?
What’s it like to push?
Is it straightforward to use with your child?
Is it easy to fold, transport and store?
Is it safe and sturdy?
Is there anything else I should know?
Should I buy it?

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

Jan 2024Last checked by Which?
Nov 2020First reviewed by Which?
Aug 2020Released

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	15.3kg
Maximum weight	22kg
Claimed basket capacity (kg)	5
Direction of seat unit	World and parent facing
Folding Method	Scissor
Folded height	38cm
Folded width	60cm
Folded depth	94.5cm
Handle height (cm)	93-109
Leg rest positions	4
Contact phone number	0345 872 6900
Manufacturer URL	https://www.silvercrossbaby.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	Silver Cross Wave Carrycot
Use from birth	Yes with carrycot
One handed fold	No
One handed recline	Yes
Self catching clip	Yes
Stands upright when folded	No
Pneumatic wheels	No
Adjustable handles	Yes
Back rest positions	3
Baby car seat compatible	Yes
Compatible model	Silver Cross Dream, Simplicity, Simplicity Plus
Included in price	Not included

Accessories
Hood	Included
Shopping basket	Included
Raincover	Included
Car seat adaptors	Optional accessory
Footmuff or apron	Optional accessory
Carrycot	Included
Ride on platform	Optional accessory
Changing bag	Optional accessory
Mosquito net or sun protector	Included
Bottle or cup holder	Optional accessory
Parasol	Optional accessory
Carrybag for the pushchair	Optional accessory
Second seat or toddler seat	Included

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