Silver Cross Cove 2 Full-Size All-Terrain Stroller Review
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Picture a Saturday that starts with a coffee run on cracked city sidewalks, moves on to a gravel path by the lake and ends with a squeeze to fit everything into the trunk. Many Canadian families live some version of that day every weekend. They want a stroller that rides smoothly on rough ground and still folds small enough to get the hatch closed.
The Silver Cross Cove 2 Full-Size All-Terrain Stroller was designed for exactly this. Silver Cross gave it oversized RideTech wheels, all-terrain suspension and a one-hand Genius fold that works with the bassinet or seat still attached. It belongs with the full-featured all-terrain strollers that work from the newborn days up to 55 pounds.
This review breaks down the Silver Cross Cove 2's ride quality, comfort, convenience, performance, specs, and overall usability so parents can determine whether it's the right fit for their family.
TL;DR
The Silver Cross Cove 2 is a full-size all-terrain stroller for babies from birth up to 55 pounds. It has oversized RideTech wheels, bump-absorbing suspension, a lie-flat reversible seat and a height-adjustable handlebar for an easy one-handed push on streets and trails.
Its standout feature is the one-hand Genius fold. The stroller self-stands when folded, even with the bassinet or seat attached, and it has a shoulder carry strap. The chassis and seat weigh 25.48 pounds without the bumper bar and canopy, and the basket holds up to 22 pounds.
The Cove 2 is a strong match for active families who want a smooth ride and a smaller fold than most full-size strollers. The overnight sleep-approved Cove 2 bassinet and the car seat adapter are sold separately.
Silver Cross Cove 2 Specs
Here are the confirmed numbers for the Silver Cross Cove 2. They come from the Cove 2 product listings at Snuggle Bugz.
- Stroller usage: From birth to 55 pounds
- Bassinet usage: From birth to 4 to 6 months, or until baby starts to push up or roll over (the Cove 2 Compact Bassinet is sold separately)
- Stroller weight: 25.48 pounds for the chassis and seat, not including the bumper bar and canopy
- Chassis only: 17.4 pounds
- Seat only: 8.08 pounds
- Bassinet weight: 11.46 pounds
- Unfolded dimensions: 32.48 x 23.23 x 42.91 inches
- Folded dimensions: 12.01 x 24.02 x 27.95 inches
- Bassinet dimensions: 17.5 x 22.8 x 9.4 inches
- Basket capacity: Up to 22 pounds
- Fold type: One-hand Genius fold, self-standing, works with the bassinet or seat attached, with a shoulder carry strap
- Wheels and suspension: Oversized all-terrain RideTech wheels with bump-absorbing suspension
- Canopy: Extendable UPF50+ sun hood with two height positions
- Fabrics: Soft, anti-crease jersey with a water-repellent, UPF50+ finish. The outer fabrics are removable and machine washable
- Harness: Colour-matched, backpack-style, no-rethread harness with a Genius 2 magnetic buckle
- Included: Chassis, seat unit, adjustable footrest, bumper bar and a rain cover that fits both the stroller seat and the bassinet
Ride Quality and Performance
The Silver Cross Cove 2 is built for a smooth ride on uneven ground. It pairs supersized RideTech wheels with suspension, a system that absorbs bumps before they reach your baby. That makes it a good fit for families who stroll on gravel paths, grassy parks, beaches and broken sidewalks.
- Oversized RideTech wheels: The large wheels roll over curbs, cracks and loose ground more easily than small compact-stroller wheels.
- All-terrain suspension: The suspension and wheels work together to soak up bumps for a calmer ride on trails and rough pavement.
- Agile, easy-steer frame: Silver Cross designed the Cove 2 for an easy one-handed push, so turns feel smooth whether you're in a suburban neighbourhood or heading off-road.
- Height-adjustable handlebar: Parents of different heights can set the handlebar where pushing feels most natural.
Keep in mind that an all-terrain stroller is made for walking on varied ground, not for running. If you're unsure which style suits your routine, our guide to the jogging stroller vs. all-terrain stroller explains the differences.
Comfort for Your Child
The Silver Cross Cove 2 is ready for newborns. You can use the lie-flat seat, add the separately sold bassinet or click in an infant car seat with an adapter. As your baby grows, the seat and hood grow with them.
- Lie-flat, reversible seat: The cushioned seat lies flat for little babies. It switches from parent-facing to forward-facing once your child is curious about the world ahead.
- Contoured padding: Soft fabrics and supportive padding are shaped to keep your baby secure and comfortable from the first stroll.
- Two-height elevation system: An elevation system raises your baby to one of two heights so they're closer to you. It works with the bassinet, the stroller seat and the car seat, which makes cuddles and check-ins easier.
- Extendable UPF50+ hood: The sun hood has two height positions. You get more headroom as your child grows and dependable sun protection in every season.
- Adjustable footrest: The included footrest adjusts so your child's legs stay supported.
- Overnight sleep-approved bassinet: The Cove 2 Compact Bassinet has a bamboo-lined mattress, a zip-open panoramic ventilation panel for airflow and a UPF50+ hood with a pop-out sun peak.
Not sure whether you need a bassinet when the seat already lies flat? Our article Do You Need a Stroller Bassinet? can help you decide.
Ease of Use for Parents
The Silver Cross Cove 2 was designed around one question parents ask all the time: will it fit in the car? Its one-hand Genius fold is the main reason it stands out among full-size all-terrain strollers.
- One-hand Genius fold: The stroller folds in seconds with one hand, so your other arm stays free for your baby.
- Folds with the bassinet or seat attached: You don't need to remove the bassinet or seat first. That saves time in the driveway and keeps everything together.
- Self-standing fold: When folded, the Cove 2 stands on its own wheels. It takes up less floor space at home and stays off a wet or slushy garage floor.
- Shoulder carry strap: The strap makes the folded stroller easier to carry up stairs or across a parking lot.
- Supersized 22-pound basket: The basket under the seat has room for a diaper bag, snacks, layers and a few groceries.
- No-rethread harness with magnetic buckle: You can adjust the harness height with one hand, without threading straps through the seat. The Genius 2 magnetic buckle helps the buckle clip together easily.
Travel System Compatibility
Yes. The Silver Cross Cove 2 can be used as a travel system, meaning an infant car seat clicks directly onto the stroller frame so you can move a sleeping baby from the car without unbuckling them. As with most full-size strollers, you need a car seat adapter, sold separately, to attach infant car seats. Adapter fit depends on the car seat brand. Silver Cross also offers a ready-made Cove 2 Travel System that pairs the stroller with the Cove 2 bassinet.
If you're building one of your own travel systems, our in-store experts can confirm which adapter you need for the seat you have in mind. With both checks done, you'll know the whole setup works for your family.
Design, Materials, and Everyday Details
The Silver Cross Cove 2 combines a polished look with fabrics made for real life, including spring puddles and summer sun.
- Anti-crease jersey fabric: The soft jersey resists creasing, so the stroller still looks tidy after being folded in the trunk.
- Water-repellent, UPF50+ finish: The fabric finish helps protect your little one from light rain and strong sun.
- Removable, machine-washable outer fabrics: You can take off the outer fabrics and wash them after spilled snacks and muddy trail days.
- Included rain cover: The rain cover fits both the stroller seat and the bassinet, so you're covered in either mode.
- Five ways to stroll: The Cove 2 works with the bassinet, with the newborn apron, rear-facing, forward-facing or as a travel system.
To see how the Cove 2 compares with the rest of the brand's range, read our overview of the Silver Cross stroller lineup.
Accessories
The Silver Cross Cove 2 comes ready for everyday use. You can add a few pieces depending on your baby's age and how you plan to stroll.
- Cove 2 Compact Bassinet (sold separately): The Cove 2 Compact Bassinet is overnight sleep-approved, suitable from birth to 4 to 6 months and folds with one hand on or off the chassis.
- Car seat adapter (sold separately): You need an adapter to use the Cove 2 as a travel system with an infant car seat.
- Rain cover (included): It fits both the stroller seat and the bassinet.
- Bumper bar and adjustable footrest (included): Both come with the stroller.
Pros & Considerations
Here's a quick overview of where the Silver Cross Cove 2 shines and what to think about before you buy.
Pros
- Smooth all-terrain ride: Oversized RideTech wheels and suspension absorb bumps on trails, grass and rough sidewalks.
- Smart, space-saving fold: The one-hand Genius fold works with the bassinet or seat attached, stands on its own and has a carry strap.
- Grows with your child: It works from birth to 55 pounds with a lie-flat reversible seat and a hood that extends.
- Two-height elevation: It brings your baby closer in the bassinet, seat or car seat.
- Parent-friendly harness: The no-rethread harness and Genius 2 magnetic buckle make buckling up quicker.
- Large basket: It holds up to 22 pounds of gear.
- Practical fabrics: The water-repellent, UPF50+ jersey fabrics are removable and machine washable, and a rain cover is included.
Considerations
- Bassinet sold separately: If you want a dedicated sleep space for your newborn, the Cove 2 bassinet is an extra purchase.
- Adapter needed for car seats: To use it as a travel system, you need a car seat adapter, sold separately.
- Full-size weight: The chassis and seat weigh 25.48 pounds without the bumper bar and canopy. That's heavier than a compact travel stroller.
- Short bassinet stage: The bassinet is suitable until about 4 to 6 months, or until baby starts to push up or roll over.
Final Thoughts
The Silver Cross Cove 2 is a well-rounded full-size all-terrain stroller for families who don't want to choose between a smooth ride and an easy fold. Oversized RideTech wheels, suspension and a self-standing Genius fold that works with the bassinet or seat attached make it easy to live with from the newborn days up to 55 pounds.
If most of your strolling happens on city sidewalks and a fold that keeps the bassinet attached isn't a priority, the Silver Cross Reef 2 and other full-size strollers are worth comparing. If your weekends include trails, beaches and a packed trunk, the Silver Cross Cove 2 deserves a spot near the top of your list.