Best Travel Systems of 2025
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Life moves fast! But when you’re raising children, it feels like it moves at warp speed!
One way baby brands are helping parents is by designing travel systems that make life on the go easy and stress-free. These systems are super convenient and marry multiple baby products for use at the same time.
What is a Travel System?
A travel system consists of a baby stroller and an infant car seat that can be used together — sometimes they also include additional accessories like adapters, car seat bases, etc. Unlike stand-alone products, the car seat can be attached to the stroller’s frame to save time and eliminate aggravation.In the past, if moving your child from the car seat to the stroller, parents would have to unbuckle their child from the seat, carry their child to the stroller, place them in the stroller, and buckle them in all over again.
With a travel system, you simply lift the car seat from its base (with baby still in it) and snap it onto the frame of the stroller. Not only does this save you a lot of time, but it’s also great for leaving your sleeping baby undisturbed while running quick errands.
Additionally, until around six months of age babies are unable to sit up independently — using a car seat ensures they have the support they need while riding in the stroller until they can safely graduate to a toddler seat.
2 Types of Travel Systems
When deciding on a travel system, you have 2 choices: all-in-one or build-your-own.1. ALL-IN-ONE: Many brands package one of their strollers with one of their car seats. This “all-in-one travel system” helps eliminate compatibility issues (ie. no adapters are necessary) while also saving you money. Often the products have been designed together so they have a complementary look and work in harmony together.
2. BUILD YOUR OWN: The other option you have is to build your own travel system with whatever brands you like. The downside here is that it can end up being more expensive and the products will likely require adapters (an extra cost) when crossing brands.
Let’s take a look at our top travel systems!
Nuna TAVO next + PIPA Travel System
SPECS:
- TAVO next Stroller: Suitable from birth up to 50 lbs
- PIPA Car Seat: Suitable for babies between 4 lbs (with infant insert) to 35 lbs, up to 32" tall
The Nuna TAVO next + PIPA Travel System is a perfect blend of style, functionality, and convenience for any family adventure. Offering lightweight pieces at a reasonable price, this dynamic duo is designed to make parenting life a cinch.
The TAVO next stroller features Free-flex suspension for a smooth ride, a spacious seat, and adjustable calf support for comfort. Its compact fold and trolley function make it easy to store and transport. We also love how the TAVO next seat is newborn-friendly in the flat position when used with the included infant insert.
The PIPA infant car seat also impresses with its lightweight design, Side Impact Protection, and True Lock installation. In addition, comfort is ensured with the use of premium micro-knit fabric fabrics and a Dream Drape in its extendable canopy. The stroller and car seat connect with one click, making this system an ideal choice for busy parents on the go.
To learn more, check out our full in-depth review, here.
Britax Willow Grove SC Travel System
SPECS:
- Grove Modular Stroller: Suitable from birth (with infant car seat) or from 10 lbs in toddler seat with CozyFit insert up to 50 lbs
- Willow SC Infant Car Seat: From 4 to 30 lbs and up to 32" tall
The Willow Grove SC Travel System from Britax delivers a seamless combination of safety, comfort, and convenience, making it an excellent choice for on-the-go families. It features the Willow SC Infant Car Seat, Alpine Car Seat Base, and the Grove Modular Stroller, offering everything you need to transition smoothly from car rides to strolls with your baby.
The Willow SC infant car seat boasts ClickTight technology, ensuring a secure installation every time, while the RightSize system allows for multiple adjustment points to keep your baby snug and secure. This car seat provides Side Impact Protection and utilizes SafeCell Technology to manage crash energy, giving parents peace of mind. The StayClean SafeWash fabric is machine washable and resists stains, making it ideal for everyday messes.
When it’s time for a stroll, simply attach the Willow SC Car Seat to the Grove Stroller with ease. The stroller is designed with six ways to ride, providing versatility as your child grows. We also love how the Grove is compatible with the CozyFit™ Insert that makes the stroller newborn-friendly from 10 lbs onwards (when used in the toddler seat in the fully-reclined position). Once your baby gets too big, simply remove the insert and you will have lots of room for your kiddo to ride in comfort as they grow.
The Grove stroller offers a smooth ride with all-wheel suspension and durable, no-flat tires, ensuring a comfortable experience across various terrains. Its UPF 50+ canopy with a flip-down sunshade provides sun protection on bright days, while the peek-a-boo window on both the stroller and car seat lets you keep an eye on your little one.
Parents will appreciate the extra-large cargo area and additional pockets, which make it easy to bring along everything you need for a day out. The stroller also includes a swing-out bumper bar for easy access and one-step compact fold, perfect for quick storage or carrying while on the go.
To learn more, check out our full in-depth review of the Grove Modular Stroller and the Britax Willow Car Seat Breakdown.
CYBEX EOS + Aton 2
SPECS:
- EOS Stroller: From birth up to 50 lbs
- Aton 2 Infant Car Seat: From 4 to 35 lbs and up to 30" tall
Ready to make family outings a breeze? Say hello to the CYBEX EOS Travel System, the ultimate all-in-one companion that grows right along with your baby.
The EOS Stroller is a total game-changer with its 2-in-1 seat that easily switches from a snug newborn bassinet to a reversible toddler seat. No need for extra parts or complicated setups — just flip and go! With its rugged all-terrain wheels and smooth front-wheel suspension, this stroller handles everything from bumpy sidewalks to off-road trails like a pro.
Parents will also appreciate the XXL UPF 50+ sun canopy to keep those harmful rays at bay, the height-adjustable handlebar to prevent awkward pushing, and a spacious shopping basket, perfect for tossing in all the baby gear, snacks, or even your latest shopping haul.
The Aton 2 Infant Car Seat snaps right onto the stroller frame and is a dream to carry. Weighing just 9 lbs, this car seat is lightweight enough to tote around without breaking a sweat.
Plus, it’s packed with top-notch safety features like Linear Side Impact Protection, a removable newborn insert, and a load leg base that keeps your baby ultra-secure, reducing crash forces by up to 50%. Add in the SensorSafe chest clip, which alerts you through a phone app if anything needs your attention, and you’ve got peace of mind with every ride.
Maxi-Cosi Zelia Max 5-in-1
THE SPECS:- Zelia Max is suitable for children up to 50 lbs
- Mico Max 30 is suitable for babies between 4 lbs (with infant insert) to 30 lbs or 32” in height
The Zelia Max is versatile, with five different configurations to be used through the early years of your child’s development. Some of its features include an extendable flip-out canopy for extra coverage, long-lasting wheels, and included boot and rain covers. A feature we love about the Zelia Max is that the stroller seat can be used as a fully reclinable carriage, allowing newborns to lie completely flat.
The Mico Max 30 attaches to the stroller with ease. It has self-wicking fabrics for regulating body temperature, an insert for extra head support, and an anti-rebound bar with Side Impact Protection. This seat is also Aircraft Certified and can be installed with and without its base.
For more information, check out our full review.
Peg Perego YPSI
THE SPECS:- YPSI Stroller suitable from birth to 50 lbs
- Primo Viaggio 4-35 Nido is suitable for babies between 4 lbs (with cushion system) to 35 lbs or 32” in height
The YPSI Stroller offers all the features you would expect from a deluxe stroller with a few extra perks. The stroller comes with a reversible seat with an adjustable backrest, seat, footrest, and handle. You can also convert the YPSI Stroller to a double stroller with the purchase of the Stroller Companion Seat.
This stylish stroller is also compatible with the YPSI Bassinet — though this accessory is sold separately. It comes with 360-degree agility, soft, breathable fabrics, is easy to compact, and is approved for overnight sleep.
The 4-35 Nido seat includes safety features such as dense EPP and EPS foams that absorb impact forces, Side Impact Protection, an anti-rebound bar, a load leg, and a European belt path (in addition to LATCH) for extra protection when installing the seat without its base.
For more information, check out our full review.
Build Your Own
Sticking to a single brand usually avoids compatibility issues. But if you have your heart set on a stroller and car seat that are different brands, you’ll just have to shell out a few extra bucks for adapters to make them work together.
Here’s a few “build your own” travel systems to consider:
- UPPAbaby: Vista V3 or Cruz V2 stroller + Mesa V2 car seat (this seat directly attaches to strollers)
- Nuna: MIXX Next stroller + any PIPA car seat (no adapters needed)
- Baby Jogger: City Select 2 stroller + City GO car seat (adapters required)
- Mixed: Bugaboo Fox 5 stroller + Clek Liing car seat (adapters required)
Don't Leave Home Without It
There’s very little downside and a whole lotta benefits to using a travel system.The flexibility of transferring your child from their car seat directly to their stroller may not sound like a big deal, but parents today are so busy that it becomes invaluable to swap them over so easily.
Add to this that many of these strollers can also accommodate a bassinet and other accessories, and you’ve got extra versatility in your baby wheels every time you leave the house.