Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem Review

What the reviewers like:
Aside from its platform for toddlers to stand on, reviewers praise the Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem's sturdy frame, fully reclining seat, and compatibility with a large number of infant car seats. This type of stroller is less bulky than a traditional double stroller.

What the reviewers don't like:
Some owners say the Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem is heavy, at 24 pounds, and the high handlebars may be uncomfortable for short parents. Also, there's no way to stop a toddler from jumping off the platform, which can make for some very difficult excursions. A few parents comment that the stroller’s seat does not recline flat enough for newborns.

Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem review highlights

Overall, experts and owners are very pleased with the Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem, saying it offers a unique solution to parents of two kids: The younger child sits in the seat, while the toddler (at least 2½ years old and no more than 40 inches tall) stands on a platform on back. This stroller has a fully reclining seat and will accommodate an infant carrier, but some parents complain about its 24-pound weight -- and that's without two kids piled on. The Baby Trend Sit N Stand (*est. $130) offers a similar design.

We found the most thorough review of the Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem at EliteCarSeats.com, which provides an in-depth editorial review along with comments from parents. The Stand-On is also mentioned in the popular book Baby Bargains and on the Baby Universe website, and it receives a large number of reviews from parents posting to Amazon.com.

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*In order of credibility (see our Ratings Criteria).

1. EliteCarSeats.com
Review of the Joovy Caboose Stroller
Editors of (and contributors to) EliteCarSeats.com

In this retail site’s in-depth editorial review, the editors praise the "thought and consideration" that went into the standing platform of the Joovy, though they note that there is no way to prevent a toddler from jumping off mid-ride. Parents posting follow-up comments mostly like this stroller, but one complains about a too-small seat.

2. Baby Bargains
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Strollers for Two
Denise & Alan Fields
7th Edition, 2007

The Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem is included in the popular book, Baby Bargains. This comprehensive baby-gear book offers reviews of strollers that are based on parent interviews, hands-on tests, and manufacturer reputation. The authors compare strollers to others with similar features and within price ranges.

3. Baby Universe
Review of Joovy's Caboose Stand-On Tandem Stroller
Chew Weng Kin
Nov. 2, 2006

In this review, the author notes that the Joovy Caboose is sturdy and safe, but a bit heavy, and says the high handlebars may be a problem for petite parents. She concludes that the Caboose offers good value for the money, with the caveat that much of it is made of low-cost plastic.

4. Amazon.com
Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem Reviews
Contributors to Amazon.com

A dozen parents posting here give the Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem a high average rating. We read a few complaints about its bulk, and one parents says the seat is too short for taller kids.

Also see full report: Double Strollers

Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem Review