BEST IN STROLLER 2010

Best Umbrella Stroller: Inglesina Trip

This ultra-light, practical and easy-to-use stroller can accommodate children up to 35 pounds. Its streamlined design provides quality features with no extra bulk or weight, making it perfect for travel and transport on any terrain. It features ergonomically designed handles, a cupholder and back storage pocket, a sturdy aluminum frame, a five-point harness, a four-position recline, a retractable waterproof canopy with viewing window and a removable under-seat mesh storage basket. We love its compact, umbrella-style fold, which ensures seamless in-and-out-of-the-car transport.
($179.99, www.target.com)

Best Sport/Jogging Stroller: BOB Revolution

You say you want a revolutionary stroller-pushing experience? Pushing this streamlined sport stroller is just that. Its rotating 12-inch front wheel swivels or can be locked out for safer running or off-road use. This stroller features incredible suspension; quick and compact folding; a roomy, comfortable seat with side pockets for toys; ample storage space; and rear-wheel brakes. Plus, it’s super durable—just as a good sport stroller should be.
($389, www.strollerdepot.com)

Best Luxury Stroller: Mutsy 4Rider

With an ultra-chic, contemporary minimalist look, this stroller is one good-lookin’ ride. It’s not all show, though: Its single spoke wheels have pneumatic tires—an edgy look that also makes for a maximally comfortable stroll. An intelligent click mechanism enables you to transform your Mutsy from a front-facing buggy to rear-facing, or to simply exchange the seat for the bassinet. The stroller seats are luxurious and fully adjustable, and the full-sized, cosseting bassinet (sold separately) has a large, protective hood, making it a great travel bassinet. Tons of cool extras are also offered (we especially love the footmuff and shopping basket), allowing you to—dare we say—create the most pimped-out ride on the block.

($544.95, www.amazon.com)

Best Value Stroller: Peg Perego Pliko P3

A repeat winner in this category, this all-around fantastic stroller is loaded with options to make traveling with your child a breeze. When your child is an infant, use the retractable car seat anchors for instantly attaching the coordinating infant car seat. When your child outgrows her infant carrier, sit her in the comfy reclining seat complete with child’s tray for snacks and play. And it’s great for parents, too; it steers and folds beautifully and is incredibly lightweight.

($299.90, www.toysrus.com)

Best Double Lightweight/Umbrella Stroller: Maclaren Twin Techno

Another repeat winner, Maclaren’s Twin Techno, which can accommodate kids up to 55 pounds in each seat, features fully reclining seats, twin head huggers and leg rests to ensure comfort, as well as large, protective hoods that operate independently. We love how you can customize your stroller’s look with the colored “comfort packs” (you get to pick two colors, so mix and match at will). And, of course, the stroller features Maclaren’s celebrated umbrella-style fold and lightweight yet completely sturdy frame.

($329.99, www.diapers.com)

Best Side-by-Side Double Sport Stroller: Valco Baby Tri-Mode Twin

This comfortable ride for two has a wide-reaching canopy and generous recline function. It’s a dream to push and at only 29 inches wide, you can fit it through any door. Add the twin toddler seat so three children can sit and ride comfortably, allowing you to stretch your buck when No. 3 arrives!

($649, www.strollerdepot.com)

Best Value Double Stroller: Baby Jogger City Micro

This deluxe yet reasonably priced double stroller offers dual swivel front wheels and premium standard features like Quick-Fold Technology, individually reclinable seats with comfortable adjustable five-point harnesses, and individually adjustable two-position sun canopies with clear-view windows. Designed to absorb all the bumps of uneven terrain, it works equally well on city streets and rugged trails. An under-seat basket, dual-seat back storage pouches and a rounded handlebar with wipe-clean grip add even more comfort for parent and baby. And with its universal accessory mounting bracket, you can accessorize this stroller with ease. A tremendous value for a double!

($299.99, www.buybuybaby.com)