UPPAbaby

UPPAbaby Cruz

Ranked #12 in Strollers

153 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Limited suspension and single seat reduce versatility. Price premium not justified.

Consolidated from 10 cited sources across 8 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

9 positive sources
1 mixed source

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Flagged as a product to avoid

2 of 3 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

The Cruz is a lightweight, travel-friendly stroller but its single-seat design and limited suspension make it less versatile than many mid-price strollers; the price premium is not matched by added value.
Flagged 29 July 2026

The Cruz is a lightweight, travel-friendly stroller but its single-seat design and limited suspension make it less versatile than many mid-price strollers; the price premium is not matched by added value.
Flagged 29 July 2026
Overpriced with no clear benefit over Vista V3.
Flagged 29 July 2026

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Pros & cons

✓ Lightweight build
✓ Sturdy frame
✓ Active-family friendly

✗ Single-seat design
✗ Limited suspension
✗ Less versatile
✗ High price
✗ No clear advantage

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 4 articles and 6 video reviews

9 positive sources

Mother & Baby Article · Aug 2022

Mother&Baby Tester, Hannah, said: "It is a winner in my eyes. I am not aware of any other product on the current market that offers everything it does. The features that really make this product stand out for me are: The absolutely huge basket space - big enough for a large change bag and several shopping bags. The big wheels which mean it can handle the roughest terrain.

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Babylist Babylist · 196K subscribers · Sept 2025

Right out of the box, it is newborn ready, so it comes with a bassinet mode. You don't need to add any sort of attachment. You can still fold it while it's in bassinet mode. It's not going to be as compact of a fold. That that was so smooth. But if you're just packing it up in the garage after a walk, it does break down really nicely.

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Mother & Baby Article · Dec 2022

The UPPAbaby Cruz V2 is known for its exceptionally smooth ride, thanks to large wheels, dual-action rear suspension, and front suspension. Despite its sturdy build, it folds down compactly for easy storage and transportation.

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Babylist Babylist · 196K subscribers · Dec 2025

I love being able to switch the seats out, both the regular seat that it comes with, and then this Nuna car seat that's on it. It snaps in so easily. It's just like two clicks. The clicks are very clear, so you feel very secured. When you have a newborn baby, you need to bring everything with you. And the fact that we have this cover. Is really helpful.

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Sianldcone Olivia Caldwell · reviewer · Nov 2025

UPPAbaby Cruz v2 praised for user‑friendly design and large basket (GearLab)

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CloudMom CloudMom · 103K subscribers · Oct 2014

It’s a really, really nice option. I actually met someone last night at a baby show who has two Cruzes, one for himself and one at his mother’s house. He loves it. He looked in to the Vista as well, but he opted for the Cruz. He loves the lightness and the maneuverability. So reclining feature: it reclines here. When you see these gray levers on the UPPAbaby, it means that they have a function.

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Pushchair Expert Pushchair Expert · 10K subscribers · Oct 2020

The wheels have had a total redesign for 2020. They're now larger than before and give the smoothest of pushes over all sorts of ground. The larger wheels are accompanied with a brand new suspension system. The previous model of the Cruz had limited suspension. However, the 2020 model has a suspension system which gives the smoothest of rides and absorbs every bump for baby over different terrains

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Snuggle Bugz - Canada's Baby Store Snuggle Bugz - Canada's Baby Store · 6.8K subscribers · Mar 2026

The UppaBaby CRUZ V3 is one of Canada's most popular strollers. It was newly refreshed in 2025, and while we've done a couple videos on it, today we're really going to put it through its paces and test how it stacks up against all the other strollers in this category. Let's get after it. Okay, let's cover all the top line specs.

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Reviews with Leanne Reviews with Leanne · 23 subscribers · Apr 2026

So, we recently got this stroller and absolutely love it so far. I love the fact of how low your baby can go in it, so they can pretty much lay flat. And then, one of my favorite features is this sunshade that is rolled up under here, and you can clip it, snap it on, and then it comes forward and you can just snap it here on both sides of the bar, and it protects your baby from the sun.

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1 mixed source

Sorry About The Mess Article · Jul 2021

The UPPAbaby Cruz V2 extendable handle is possibly on the short side for tall people. I am 5 foot 6 and find the handle comfortable either on the shortest setting or the next one up. However, my husband is 5 foot 10 and finds the handle most comfortable when it is fully extended. So if you are taller than that, you might want to try out a Cruz V2 in a shop to make sure it’s a good fit for you.

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