Vista is meant to hold one more kid and back-wheels are bigger because of that, but otherwise they look pretty comparable. I was able to see and try them both side by side as close friends had the Cruz when we had the Vista. Design of Uppababy Vista is fantastic. At the first sight you can see how sturdy the stroller is and how smoothly it rides with wheel suspension. The handlebar is amazing! Not counting the footrest on the seat read more on that in the Traveling with Uppababy Vista section below.
The brake system is good enough. Overall, I must say this is very impressive. This is where our issues with Vista started. Uppababy Vista is 27 lbs with just one seat a bit more with a bassinet. The stroller is quite heavy. Most apartments have a few steps to get to the elevator, not all buses have easy access, not to mention you need to fold it and lift it to simply even put it in the trunk of the car.
Or elevators for a fact. I still remember trying to get to our hotel room in Rome and having to remove the seat, fold it, then fold the stroller while holding the baby, just to get into the elevator and then carry it all through the door as well.
We rented various cars around the world and every single time we had a regular 5-door car we had to remove the bigger back wheels of the Vista to fit it in the trunk. Although… traveling by plane with Uppababy Vista was a nightmare. We only took Vista with us on 4 flights because we had to and guess what — 2 out of these 4 times the stroller arrived broken! Some airlines will not even allow you to take big strollers like Vista for a gate check and you have to give it away at the counter.
For instance, American Airlines only allows strollers up to 20 lbs to be gate-checked. Even when we wrapped it in these very environmentally unfriendly plastic wraps it arrived broken two times! We were riding with a broken footrest for a while until we went back to the US to pick it up. If a whole stroller frame got damaged we would have to purchase another stroller basically. That said, I highly recommend buying a stroller that operates everywhere — Bugaboo, Cybex, Stokke, Baby Jogger, just to name a few.
One thing I miss from the Vista is the basket. The bottom basket is huge and holds up to 30 lbs. We used to load a hug pile of shopping in there, our cat, diaper bag — all of it fit at the same time. The bassinet was super handy for us. As I was giving birth in another country we had no crib there and the baby slept with us and in the bassinet.
We just rolled him around the house no need for the bassinet stands that are sold separately. Uppababy bassinet had zip-able breathable mesh parts which was fantastic during the summer. The inner liner and boot cover are easy to remove as well. It had enough space and we used it a lot until my baby refused to lie down without seeing anything and we had to move him to a reclined seat at just 4 months.
The seat, minus the footrest as I mentioned above, is sturdy and the canopy is unbeatable. It also features a peek-a-boo window you can close. It comes with a bumper bar and you can purchase an extra snack tray for it as well. The harness is highly adjustable to fit the kiddo comfortably. There are three shoulder height positions and several crotch strap position.
While in a bassinet you baby lies flat, the seat is profiled despite its 6 recline positions. The toddler seat be front or rear-facing which proved to be very hand and it has the capacity to hold a kid up to 50 lbs — which is a lot!
The main reason why I picked Vista over Cybex Priam was an opportunity for expansion. It was a big NO from me. However, now I know they make no sense at all for not-twins. Even for twins, the combination of two bassinets is also pretty terrible. That, on top of the weight issues with the seats keep reading. Who on earth wants to keep the newborn under the toddler with limited access to the bassinet?!
The only option to put the newborn at the top is to keep him in a carseat, while your toddler rides the bottom seat. The Rumble Seat is smaller, more narrow and has a weight capacity up to 35 lbs not 50 lbs like the Toddler Seat. This basically means that at a certain point the older kid will be forced to always ride up top, closer to you, since most kids reach this weight around 2.
All of this was a deal-breaker for me. I was able to find a better expandable tandem stroller after all — Cybex Gazelle S. Uppababy Mesa fits really mostly into Uppababy strollers. The included base also worked great! It made my baby sweaty non-stop! It was seriously ridiculous that within 5 minutes of him being there he was covered in sweat.
When we swapped to another car seat this problem disappeared. Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Beautifully detailed and helpful review! And as parents of young kids, we sure all need things to make life easier! Very recognizable, we love our Vista here in the US but a couple of months ago we traveled to Europe and had to completely disassemble the stroller to fit through the scanner at Airport security.
Luckily taking of the wheels is pretty easy, it has a click system. Then in Europe, we needed to rent a big SUV for everything to fit. Finally, walking up and down stairs was a hell indeed. Yes and even elevators are a no-go in Europe. But even in the US, Vista never fit in my car unless I removed wheels and put nothing else in the trunk haha.
Gazelle just came out at the end of last year, so no one resells it just yet. Best blog on the street for a new mum hands down! I was planning to buy the Vista but changed my mind looking at your review. I live in NY with no car and plan to travel around Europe on flights: 1 would you suggest buying the yo-yo as only stroller with a bassinet for the newborn phase?
I seem to understand you mainly used that in the end 2 planning to have 2 kids with 2 yrs age gap, I see the cybex gazelle s is your stroller of choice a do you recommend using the fully reclinabile car seat rather than buying a bassinet for newborn? Hi Silvia, 1 I got my Yoyo when my firstborn was a few days short of 3 months and we went straight to the seat.
Toddler prefers to sit next to his little brother to show him the world now. My friend who had it quickly swapped it for a different one. For its price tag you would be better off with a Bugaboo Donkey 3. Thank you for your answer! Roll with 1, 2, or 3 The VISTA allows for two infant car seats, two Bassinets, two seats — or a combination, offering plenty of positions to go and grow with your family.
Roll with 1, 2, or 3 Perfect for young walkers who may need to hitch a ride, the VISTA accommodates a third child with the PiggyBack ride along board accessory. Included Bassinet Our included Bassinet is perfect for naps on the go. Aerated mattress and base The perforated mattress pad and vented base allow for added breathability creating a truly comfortable and safe resting space for your baby.
Overnight sleep solution Need a safe place for baby to sleep? Bassinet Stand Accessory. Reversible Toddler Seat Your toddler can ride forwards, backwards, completely upright, reclined and anywhere in between. One-handed recline The multi-position recline allows your child to lie comfortably for naps or sit upright to take in the sights, offering the flexibility your busy toddler needs.
Telescoping leather handlebar Our adjustable handlebar extends for parents of varying heights and features premium, full-grain leather for extra grip while pushing baby. Height-adjustable canopy Our easy slide canopy accommodates growing children. Shock-absorbing, all-wheel suspension Independent shocks ensure your child has a smooth and comfortable ride whether traveling down winding paths or over bumpy pavement.
NOA navy carbon frame saddle leather. ALICE dusty pink silver frame saddle leather. BRYCE white marl silver frame chestnut leather. JAKE charcoal carbon frame black leather. Complimentary Swatches Unsure which fashion is right for you?
Learn More. Adapters for other car seats. Expansion options Discover all the smart configurations designed to make transporting multiples easier.
RumbleSeat Accessory. Twins You are blessed with not one little bundle of joy, but two! Bassinet accessory. RumbleSeat accessory.
More bells and whistles Our extensive collection of accessories keeps you strolling happy, wherever your travels may take you. Toddler Seat Bug Shield. Toddler Seat Rain Shield. Bassinet Bug Shield. Bassinet Storage Bag. Specifications Bassinet suitable from birth up to 20 lbs or until infant can push up on hands and knees, whichever comes first Toddler Seat suitable from 3 months to 50 lbs. Complimentary Fabric Swatches.
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