Side-by-side comparison based on expert reviews and community consensus.
Babyzen YOYO
Best for Overhead BinsJoolz Aer2
Best LightweightPrice
$500-$600
$500-$600
Summary
The gold standard for airline cabin travel — fits in the overhead compartment and has been trusted by parents for years. Recommended by Reddit users who've actually flown with it repeatedly.
Wirecutter's top-tested pick with the smallest folded dimensions of any travel stroller tested in 2025. At just over 15 pounds, it's one of the lightest options with a large canopy and easy-to-use buckle.
Pros
- Fits in airplane overhead compartment
- Proven track record with frequent flyers
- Compact fold for city use between trips
- Well-built and durable for long-term use
- Smallest folded dimensions of travel strollers tested in 2025
- Just over 15 pounds — one of the lightest tested
- Large canopy with UV protection
- Simple-to-engage brake and easy buckle
Cons
- Expensive for what is essentially an umbrella stroller
- Seat recline is limited compared to full-size strollers
- Canopy coverage is smaller than competitors like the Aer2
- Premium price comparable to Bugaboo
- Less community buzz than Bugaboo Butterfly on Reddit
- May lack some comfort features of heavier strollers
Our take
The YOYO is the stroller flight attendants recognize because so many parents bring it on board. If fitting in the overhead bin is your top priority, nothing has a longer track record.
For parents who obsess over pack size and weight, the Aer2 wins on pure specs — nothing folds smaller or lighter while still feeling like a real stroller.
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