Maclaren Stroller Comparisons: Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport and Techno XT

Basically you are going to choose the stroller based on features that are going to be the most important to you and to your child.

The Volo is basically their entry line stroller. The great thing about it is that it’s super light weight weighing at only 8.6 pounds. It has a mash breathable seat and it’s the perfect umbrella style stroller for out on the town, quick trips, shopping, and also great for vacationing. It travels well and it folds up easily. Probably the best features of this model are its lightweight design and yet high quality.

The Triumph – basically it’s a step up from the Volo. It has padded seats, interchangeable straps, and a nice canopy. The other great thing about the Triumph is that it does come in a double stroller as well. Twin Triumph is suitable from birth. It has an almost complete recline, but not completely flat and although you can put an infant comfortable in this seat. I would recommend this one if you have two toddlers. It is very easy to maneuver, fits through doorways great and it is also good for vacations because it does folds so easily.



The Quest Sport is basically an upgraded version of a Triumph. It has an improved canopy and it has a picaboo window on the back. It also features an extendible leg rest. So, when your baby wants to relax and recline you can put them out and baby has place to put their feet.



Next we have the Maclaren XT. This one truly is the daddy of Maclaren line. It has an upgraded luxurious seat, comfort packs that are interchangeable, so you can get different colors on your natural gray base. The sun shade has a picaboo on the top, so you can see right down the baby. It has a sun-visor that comes down. And just like all of the strollers from their line it has an exceptionally easy fold. This is universal across all Maclaren line. And the great thing about the XT, even being the luxurious and top of the line it is still only weighs 14.2 pounds. So, it is still a light weight stroller. And if you have twins or two kids the Techno XT as well comes in a double stroller. Twin Techno is the upgraded version of the Triumph. It has the same frame with a couple extra features. You have a clear viewing window on the top, so that you can see down directly at your baby. You have an extended sun visor for a little more protection and an extendible leg rest. As you will notice it has an almost flat recline, so it is suitable from birth plus the fabric is really nice and cushy. The frame is gray and there are different comfort pads to select from in order to customize the color. It folds the exact same way as the Triumph and they are both very easy. Once folded, for a double stroller, it is really small. Plus it is very easy to unfold it.

Best Strollers from Maclaren - Quest vs Volo and Techno XT

These top of the line strollers come in wide variety of styles for your baby's specific needs. You can opt for versatile models for the life time of your baby, or you can also purchase one that transforms to suit the growing baby.

Here is an overview of some of the most popular models and types.

Maclaren Quest Stroller

This is one of the most popular models from their line of baby strollers and my personal favorite. What makes it to be so special are the lightweight design, comfort for my baby, reasonable price, style, adjustable handles, lockable wheels and so much more. Basically, the Maclaren Quest Sport Stroller is everything you would want a baby pushchair to be. Best of all, it can be sized for toddlers and babies up to 4 years old. Rubber wheels are made to accommodate flat terrain that you might come across on a walk of in the shopping mall. You can also opt for various accessories. Believe me you will not regret buying it. Everyone will envy you and, above all, your baby will feel good and thus you will feel great.



Maclaren Techno XT

Now this one is also one of mine favorites. It is made with, in my opinion, slightly better wheels than the Quest. This pushchair goes much easily than a classic umbrella four wheel model. Great wheels keep the unit from getting hung up on uneven terrains. So, it can be effortlessly pushed over uneven terrains, much easier than a classical pushchair. But, do not think that this is a jogging model which can be great for beaches, streets, and hills. On the other hand it comes with great accessories. You can also get additional accessories such as an umbrella, foot muff etc.

Maclaren Volo Stroller

The Volo Stroller is made to suit several different aged babies; one tiny enough for a pushchair, and the other one who is growing up. One of a kind design of this model enables one baby comfortably to ride in the front of the stroller. The thing I like the most about is the lightweight design. You can carry it without ever getting tired. This is why I like them so much.

Now this is basically an umbrella style model. These are made for portability. Standard model can fold up easily into small spaces. Padded adjustable handles are very good. All of the models fold up along the length, and look like an umbrella when folded (that's where the name comes from). Maclaren also makes double umbrella pushchairs. These are great if you have twins. However, they are not so versatile compared to travel systems.

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Travel systems basically integrate with an infant car seat. This seat can be removed from the frame and used as a standard car seat. And when it's time to move your child out of the car, than just take the car seat and install it to the frame and you are all done. The chassis of this versatile stroller is developed as a standard stroller, so it can be used as a pushchair without the car seat if you wish. Furthermore, at some point, the baby will outgrow the car seat. When this happens the car seat can be "turned" to suit the larger baby, and the chassis can be used as a standard pushchair. Travel systems do cost a lot, but they are worth every cent.

Maclaren Quest in a Nutshell

As I have already reviewed the Maclaren Quest Sport Stroller (please see Blog Archive), in this post I will go through the functions and features.

- Sovereign lifetime warranty. It is recognized anywhere in the world where there are Maclaren Authorised Service Agents/Centers.

- Maclaren recycling program. Their Recycling Centers are available for used strollers at their Super Service Centers.

- A 5 point harness for added security. The unique design of the Maclaren Quest harness is the key. A 5-point harness that connects child at the waist, crotch, and shoulders provides the most security. Umbrella stroller ratings are all praises about the five-point harness.

- Detachable washable seat. Basically, this seat is cozy for the baby and easy for mommy or daddy to maintain and clean.

- Ultra compact umbrella fold. This mechanism enables the stroller to fold down for simple storage. On the other hand the umbrella fold system is fairly flimsy.

- Top-quality aluminum frame. The aluminum frame is basically 30 percent lighter than a standard steel frame. Also, it is very flexible and convenient.

- Handy mesh shopping basket. Shopping basket is very roomy. It can fit a medium to large sized diaper bag and some baby essentials.

- Carry strap or handle for easy portability. Carry strap is made of durable material. It is adjustable, detachable and ideal for carrying and storing.

- A 5 second one-hand fold. A five sec one-hand fold is as fast and simple as its name suggests

- Lockable, front swivel wheels. These front directional swivel wheels are much better than non-swivel and much simpler for you to navigate.

- Four seat positions recline. Basically, it helps keep babies comfortable.

- Padded handles. They are adjustable and foam insulated.

- Parking breaks. They help to hold the stroller stationary. They are foot operated.

- Extendable leg rest. It is for comfortable support of smaller child's legs

Dimensions of the Maclaren Quest Stroller: Without the rain cover, hood, and the shopping basket the unit weighs only 12.1 pounds (which is equivalent to 5.5 kilograms) and it has a carrying capacity of 55 pounds (which is equivalent to 15 kilograms). Therefore, it is suitable for kids from 3 months of age (according to United States and United Kingdom regulations) or 6 months of age (according to European Union safety standards). The wheels measure 5 inches (which is equivalent to 12.7 centimeters).

The hood has reflective accents for added safety, a storage pocket (for I.D.s, cell phone, makeup, wallet etc.), and an ultra violet protective picaboo window.
You can also purchase separately a mosquito net, sun parasol, carry bag, foot muff, and comfort packs.