BabyStyle Oyster 3 Footmuff (Cherry)

Product Information

Let me start by describing the possible configurations of the Oyster 3. If you buy the stroller only - apart from the seat unit and the chassis, out of all accessories, only a rain cover is included. The Oyster 3 is also available as a 2in1 stroller system, which consists of the stroller, the carrycot, a rain cover, and a mosquito net. Our tester’s seven-month-old is a large baby and, although there was plenty of leg room, the actual height of the seat was quite low and she was often concerned about opening the hood and bumping his head. The competition to think about when thinking about an Oyster 3 would be perhaps a Mutsy Nio, an Easywalker Harvey3 (an Easywalker Harvey2 full review here if interested to compare the strollers), an Uppababy Cruz or the more luxurious-looking Cybex Priam 3 or the Bugaboo Fox. It always depends on your stroller priorities when choosing a stroller and considering different stroller features, and, of course, the budget and style expectations of the parents. Nonetheless, I have a few reservations about the canopy. The reinforced sun visor could be an advantage as well as a disadvantage because after folding the stroller, it does get slightly squashed. If I could change the hood, I would for sure make it even bigger - in terms of hoods, "the bigger, the better" certainly applies. Once folded, it can also fit comfortably into most medium-sized car boots, but the wheels are easy to remove if you need to squeeze it into a smaller space.

The Oyster 3 has a simple flip fold and, while it can be folded with the seat facing either way, our tester found the easiest fold was with the seat facing forward. Given the weight and dimensions of the stroller, the fold (even with the seat still attached) is rather compact, which, for me, is a great advantage. I 'don't think there is a car boot too small for the Oyster 3. Nevertheless, if you still need to save some space, you can take all four wheels off. I didn't have to. The WheelsThe quality of the pushchair as a whole really shines through though and BabyStyle has lovely aesthetic touches, most noticeably the almost-pearlescent wheels, which makes a pleasant change from the usual chrome.

The Babystyle Oyster 3 2023footmuff was designed to compliment the fabric options of the Oyster 3 2023stroller perfectly and will keep baby snug and warm in colder weather. My almost 2-year-old son, Ferdinand preferred the elevated position, but we could use it in the lowest one too. When it comes to space, the stroller will be comfortable for a child up to 3-years-old, maybe even longer - if your little one is not too tall. The Seat Unit Unlike many other strollers with a central button on the handle, the Oyster 3 button doesn't get in your way when pushing the stroller with one hand. With four different height options available, parents of every will be comfortable. With my height of 176 cm, I have actually preferred the second-lowest position. Therefore, I presume that the highest position of the handlebar should be fine, even for the tallest of dads. The handlebar is covered in a pleasant-to-touch, stylish structured leatherette, similar to snakeskin design-wise. The same material can be found on the bumper bar. The straps are easy to clip together, even with a wilful baby in the seat, and the pram also has a belly bar that sat across our tester’s baby securely at belly-button height – he loved leaning forward and holding onto it during journeys. On products with this status we will show an estimated delivery time based on the information provided to us by our brand partners.The buggy design promises to fit a child up to 22kg (approximately four years of age), however our tester felt it would be a little on the small side if you have an older child as they would likely outgrow the seat faster than expected. Please note that we are only able to provide estimated delivery timescales on these products so please bear this in mind if you require a product urgently. An essential matching accessory, the footmuff is designed to offer warmth and protection from the elements. Stitched from thermal and signature fabrics, the footmuff features an zip-up front which can be removed for warmer outings.

To stop the stroller from moving, there is a "cradle" style central foot brake on the rear bar, meaning you only operate it from above. This type of brake mechanism is easy while not damaging your shoes.The ventilation window is well placed, quiet, and practical - not only it provides airflow, but also a great view of the child. With the hood folded down, however, you need to push the fabrics inwards manually. Otherwise, it looks a bit untidy. The last small disadvantage: the hood of the model we have tested didn't hold as tight as I would have liked and fell off a few times during folding. This could be just a defect of only our stroller, not a general con. A unique function of the hood / the seat unit is the option to adjust the height of the hood, done by pushing the side buttons, then manually moving. This will also change the height of safety belts and the padded head support cushion. A fabulous function, useful for small children - closer to the hood, they are more protected and shaded. Older children will have plenty of space later, after lifting it. Reward Points are our way of saying thank you for shopping with us and for helping to let other people know about our company. We also have handy guides to the best lightweight strollers, the best umbrella strollers, the best travel systems, the best double buggies and the best running buggies. Verdict in 10 seconds The seat inserts can be removed for washing, but the manufacturer recommends that these are handwashed at 30 degrees rather than being put through the washing machine. Final verdict? Looking at the stroller from above, the first you will see is the handlebar. The handlebar is height-adjustable telescopically, which you will activate using a central push button. It literally takes seconds. According to my measurements, the height range of the handlebar is from 99 to 109 cm.