Orbit Baby G2

1. Baby Bargains

Review Credibility: Excellent This well-researched book includes buyer's guides and ratings for all types of baby gear, including car seat and travel system strollers. The authors conduct hands-on testing and also interview parents, manufacturers and retailers. Although the authors focus mainly on reviewing stroller brands, they do have some stroller ratings. They discuss the Orbit Baby brand in general and the G2 specifically.

Review: Chapter 9: Strollers, Diaper Bags, Carriers and Other To Go Gear, Denise and Alan Fields, Ninth edition

2. Good Housekeeping

Review Credibility: Excellent The Orbit Baby G2 earns a B rating in this test of 36 strollers by the engineers at the Good Housekeeping Research Institute. Editors found no safety issues. They praise the stroller's maneuverability, stability, brakes and intuitive baby harness. However, they find storage lacking and say the handles can be tricky to use and adjust. The folded stroller is also hard to carry, they say.

Review: Orbit Baby Stroller G2, Editors of Good Housekeeping Research Institute, July 2010

3. BabyGizmo.com

Review Credibility: Very Good Hollie Schultz praises the Orbit Baby G2's head-turning looks and features, including the 360-degree swivel, ventilation, smooth ride, maneuverability, one-handed fold and adjustable handles. She notes that toddlers can easily undo the buckle and remove and dump the snack tray. She also notes that the thin canopy material lets in too much sun. The review is not comparative, but is thorough and includes pros and cons.

Review: Orbit Baby G2 Stroller Review, Hollie Schultz, July 18, 2010

4. Slate.com

Review Credibility: Very Good Farhad Manjoo compares the high-end Orbit Baby G2, Stokke Xplory, phil&teds Verve, Bugaboo Donkey and UppaBaby Vista in six categories: ride, flexibility, storage, amenities, lifespan and style. He says the Orbit tops the others because of its good looks, one-handed features and ability to accommodate so many seat types. His main criticism is storage space -- only the Xplory fares worse in that category.

Review: Which Bank-Breaking Stroller Is Best?, Farhad Manjoo, June 17, 2011

5. TheStrollerGirl.com

Review Credibility: Very Good This mom of nine and self-described stroller addict lauds the Orbit Baby G2's one-handed fold, 360-degree swivel, adjustable handles and high-quality fabric. She also heaps praise on Orbit Baby's customer service, but does not cover any negatives. The review is thorough but not comparative, though she does indicate that the Orbit beats a major competitor, the Bugaboo Cameleon.

Review: Real Life Review of the Orbit Baby G2 System, "The Stroller Girl ", April 8, 2011

6. Amazon.com

Review Credibility: Very Good Reviewers are split on the Orbit Baby G2, which earns an average rating of 3.5 stars out of 5 in just over a dozen reviews. While most praise the stroller's looks and 360-degree rotation, others ding the storage and expensive add-ons. A couple also say it's too bulky to travel well. A few reviewers detail problems with quality, such as cracked wheels, but say the company quickly rectified the issues.

Review: Orbit Baby Stroller G2, Contributors to Amazon.com, As of November 2012

7. Strollerlife.com

Review Credibility: Very Good The Orbit Baby G2 earns 5 stars out of a possible 5, based on seven rating categories. The review heaps praise on the stroller's compact, one-hand fold, comparing it to the Baby Jogger. The durable green materials get high marks, as does maneuverability, which the review compares to the lighter Bugaboo Cameleon. The only con noted is the price.

Review: Orbit Baby G2 Green Stroller Review, Editors of StrollerLife.com, Not Dated

8. SassyMomsInTheCity.com

Review Credibility: Good Alison Ray, a longtime owner of the Orbit Baby G1, details the improvements Orbit made to the G2 after testing the stroller for two months. She is a big fan of the optional Sidekick stroller boards, 360-degree seat swivel and full seat recline. The only con, she says, is the price. The review is thorough, but she does not compare the Orbit Baby G1 with other strollers.

Review: The Great Stroller Debate … What Are You Driving? Part 2, Alison Ray, Jan.17, 2011

9. BabyGuyGearGuide.com

Review Credibility: Good Jamie Grayson, a baby gear expert, adores the Orbit Baby G2. He praises the 360-degree swivel, full recline, canopy, environmentally friendly fabrics and optional Sidekick stroller boards. He notes two cons: There are limited color options and the stroller is bulky when folded with the seat still on. The review is detailed, but does not compare the Orbit Baby G2 with other strollers.

Review: Orbit G2 with Sidekick, Jamie Grayson, March 15, 2011