Bugaboo Strollers

Bugaboo

Company Info:
Bugaboo is a fairly new company that has revolutionized the look and feel of strollers today. When the first design came out in 1999, the company went from a local operation in Holland, to a world wide operation. The company’s mission is to create strollers that are light, flexible, and will work into any lifestyle.

Products: High Customer Rating
Price Range: $679 - $899
Thanks to the new innovation and style of Bugaboo, its strollers are in a class totally by itself. Currently it has three stroller models, the Frog, Gecko, and Cameleon, plus a large selection of stylish accessories. The new Bugaboo Bee is scheduled to appear in September of 2007.

Bugaboo Cameleon
Pros: flexible, adjustable handle bars, suspension for a smooth ride, lightweight, large storage compartment, washable fabric, reversible handle bars, easy to assemble, handles well over all terrain
Cons: not very easy to fold

Bugaboo Gecko
Pros: light weight, smooth ride, easy to maneuver, easy assembly, compact
Cons: changing between the seat and bassinet can be a hassle

Bugaboo Frog
Pros: relatively easy to fold after some practice, sturdy, will roll easily through any terrain and weather, large tires, compact, the seat can move up and down into many comfortable positions, very portable
Cons: assembly required, heavy

For those who are looking for a reliable, versatile, and trendy stroller the Bugaboo products have what it takes. Unfortunately, you pay for all that new innovation, all $900 dollars of it. On the up side, it might be worth spending this money since each stroller comes equipped with a bassinet for infants, and a seat for toddles. Because of Bugaboo’s product quality, it may be the only stroller you will ever need.

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Bugaboo Reviews

Bugaboo Gecko
High Customer Rating
Type: Standard
Price: $600 - $700


As Bugaboo strove to perfect their first model (the Frog) two new models were introduced. One of these was the Bugaboo Gecko. With more models on the market Bugaboo wanted parents to have options to choose from. The Gecko has a “minimalist design” for parents who know exactly what they are looking for in a stroller.

The Gecko is a smaller than the Cameleon, but it still has the same features that are standard on all Bugaboo strollers. The reversible handlebars and the large wheels are all the same, but reviews praise this Bugaboo for city use. It is perfect for those who don’t use a car and just stroll around town. The Gecko easily maneuvers through crowds and over curbs and uneven sidewalks. Off road activity is a little to adventurous for this model. Though it has air filled wheels, the frame was not designed for uneven terrain or jogging.

The downside to the Gecko is the price. It does come with some accessories, but to get additional items, such as a car seat adaptor or a sun canopy, it is very costly. However, when you weigh this with the amount of money some families spend going through multiple strollers, it may be worth it for you. Plus, Bugaboo has one of the highest resale values of any stroller brand.

Pros: versatile, sturdy, reversible handlebars, lightweight, smooth ride, washable fabric, easy to maneuver, large tires, built to last, reclining seat, detachable storage bag
Cons: awkward to fold, bulky, no cup holder

Gecko Specs
Age: Suitable from birth to 4 years (or up to 40 pounds)
Weight: 20 pounds
Safety: five point harness
Features: reversible seat, reversible handlebar, 2 wheel position, 3 position seat, compact fold, and swivel wheel

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Bugaboo Cameleon
High Customer Rating
Type: Standard
Price: $800 - $900


After the Gecko, Bugaboo’s new stroller hit the market with a bang. Bugaboo marketed it's new model, the Cameleon, as the stroller with no compromises because its unique design was comfortable for both baby and parents. Some of its new features include adjustable wheel suspension, adjustable handlebars, and an Aerosleep mattress for the bassinet so that is can be used separately from the stroller. Bugaboo also made some improvements on the way the Cameleon folds. It is supposedly easier that the Frog. Beside this, the Cameleon has the same smooth ride and easy maneuverability as all Bugaboo models.

The flip side is still the same however – the price. This stroller retails for around $900! Again, you must consider the versatility of this product, along with its study frame. It is sure to be something that will last a long time. Besides this, Bugaboo strollers do have a very high resale value on the market today.

Pros: adjustable and reversible handlebars, washable fabric, versatile, sturdy, easy to maneuver, large tires, works in all terrain and weather, smooth ride, built to last, reclining seat, detachable storage bag, lightweight
Cons: awkward to fold, bulky, no cup holder




Cameleon Specs
Age: suitable from birth to 4 years (or up 40 to pounds)
Weight: 20 pounds
Safety: five point harness
Features: comfortable fabric, reversible seat, reversible and telescopic handlebar, 2 wheel position, 3 position tilting seat, folds compact, swivel wheels, removable bassinet, machine washable and removable fabric, and a variety of colors

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Bugaboo Frog
High Customer Rating
Type: Standard
Price: $700 - $800

The Frog is the first in a line of Bugaboo strollers and is marketed as the only stroller you will ever need. It comes with a metal frame, a bassinet for babies and a seat for older children. The large air-filled wheels make it a perfect stroller for navigating rough terrain, and parents have stated that the Frog can be pushed easily through snow and sand.

The downside to the Frog is the price. At nearly $800 this is a huge investment. The Frog does come with some accessories, but to get additional items, such as a car seat adaptor or a sun canopy, it is very costly. However, when you weigh this with the amount of money some families spend going through multiple strollers, it may be worth it for you. Plus, Bugaboos have one of the highest resale values of any stroller brand.

Pros: sturdy, versatile, easy to maneuver, large tires, works in all terrain and weather, smooth ride, built to last, reclining seat, detachable storage bag
Cons: heavy to carry, bulky, no cup holders, awkward to fold








Frog Specs
Age: Suitable from birth and/or up 44 to pounds
Weight: 17 pounds
Safety: five point harness
Features: reversible seat, reversible handlebars, seat reclines into three separate positions, suspension, accepts various car seats, washable fabric

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Welcome The Bugaboo Bee!!!


Bugaboo Bee
High Customer Rating
Type:Standard
Price:$500 - $600

The Bee is Bugaboo’s newest stroller on the market! At only 20 inches wide, Bugaboo claims that it is their most compact stroller and has many new features customers were looking for. Parents say this stroller’s size it perfect for zipping through town or fitting down the isles of you favorite shop.

This is a stroller that can grow with your child. The extendable seat and four positioned back rest allows a newborn or a four year old child to remain comfortable. The seat is also reversible for parents who like to keep tabs on their little one. The telescopic handlebars are a huge plus for tall parents who are tired of hunching over those short umbrella strollers!

The four foam filled wheels on the Bee each have their own spring suspension so that whatever you have to maneuver through baby stays comfortable, and with a 360 degree turning radius, this stroller is a breeze to push. It quickly folds up into a flat bundle which customers say is an improvement on the other Bugaboo models. Finally, the sun canopy is much larger than previous models and protects your child from harmful UVA rays and is complete with air vents to keep baby cool.




Bee Specs
Age: Suitable from birth to 4 years (or up to 37.5 pounds)
Weight: 17 pounds
Safety: five point harness
Features: folds flat, larger sun canopy, telescopic handlebar, reclining, reversible, and extending seat, cars seat compatible, convenient size, foam filled tires, individual wheel suspension, adjustable handlebars, washable fabric

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