Maclaren Volo Review

What the reviewers like:
Besides its 9-pound weight, owners and expert reviewers praise the Maclaren Volo umbrella stroller for its comfort, durability, maneuverability, ease of cleaning and ease of folding.

What the reviewers don't like:
The seat on the Maclaren Volo doesn't recline at all, so some parents say kids find this stroller uncomfortable for long stretches. Reviews also say the Volo doesn't offer much in the way of weather protection.

Maclaren Volo review highlights

Reviewers admit that the Maclaren Volo doesn't have a lot of frills; its seat doesn't recline at all, and it uses washable mesh fabric instead of padded upholstery. Still, experts and owners are united in their praise of the comfortable, durable, easy-to-fold and light Maclaren Volo umbrella stroller. However, we did find some comments from parents that (without a seat pad) some kids find this stroller uncomfortable if used for long periods, and the Volo offers minimal weather protection. Overall, reviews say the Maclaren Volo is just about the best simple umbrella stroller you can buy.

As strollers go, the Maclaren Volo receives a huge amount of coverage. We found expert reviews of this 9-pound umbrella stroller by Which? magazine, Baby-Gaga.com, About.com and in the popular baby-gear book Baby Bargains, as well as numerous evaluations from owners posting to Amazon.com and Epinions. It hasn't yet been tested at Consumer Reports.

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

1. Which.co.uk
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Pushchairs
Editors of Which.co.uk
July 4, 2007

This highly credible British consumer publication acknowledges that the Maclaren Volo is a "very basic" stroller with a single seat position, but names it a Best Buy for its light weight, ease of folding, and maneuverability.

2. Baby-Gaga.com
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Editors of Baby-Gaga.com
Jan. 18, 2006

Baby-Gaga.com reviews strollers according to safety, convenience and comfort, based on hands-on tests and parent interviews. The Maclaren Volo earns top grades for sturdiness, maneuverability, weight and ease of cleaning, but lower marks for seating and sun protection.

3. About.com
Maclaren Volo Stroller
Robin Elise Weiss

About.com's guide to pregnancy and childbirth takes the Maclaren Volo out for a spin and praises its "vibrant colors" and "great portability." Robin Elise Weiss especially likes its 9-pound weight and soft, padded handles, but notes that it's not appropriate for newborns because of its lack of a fully reclining seat. (Note that ConsumerSearch and About.com are owned by the same company, but are not affiliated editorially.)

4. Baby Bargains
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Second Strollers
Denise & Alan Fields
7th Edition, 2007

In a section of their book devoted to "second strollers," the Fields discuss the Maclaren Volo and other lightweight umbrella strollers. Ratings are based on hands-on testing, parent interviews, and historical manufacturer reputation.

5. Epinions
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Contributors to Epinions

Close to two dozen owners comment here on the Maclaren Volo, and they have overwhelmingly favorable things to say, citing this umbrella stroller's light weight and durability.

6. Amazon.com
Maclaren Volo Reviews
Contributors to Amazon.com

Well over a dozen parents review the Maclaren Volo umbrella stroller in various colors, giving it generally high marks. Most reviews are insightful, highlighting pros and cons.

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Maclaren Volo Review