Our pick for most familiesPrams & strollersBirth to ~4 years (seat to 22 kg)
Bugaboo Kangaroo
A single pram that grows into a tandem when a sibling arrives, with a huge basket and a one-hand fold.
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We used the Kangaroo ourselves, which is why it's our pick. It starts as a roomy single pram with a lie-flat bassinet, then adds a sibling seat so a newborn and a toddler can ride together without buying a second pram. The big wheels and suspension cope with Aussie footpaths and park paths, and the 70-litre basket fits a whole day out. The trade-offs are real: at around 13 kg it's heavy to lift into a boot, the tandem setup gets long, and it costs a lot up front — it makes the most sense if you expect a second child within a few years.
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Pros
- Converts from single to tandem with a sibling seat (sold separately)
- Very large underseat basket (rated to 13 kg)
- Large wheels with suspension for footpaths and gravel
- Self-standing one-piece fold, or two-piece fold for small boots
Cons
- Heavy to lift, at about 13 kg with the seat
- High up-front cost, and the sibling seat and adapters are extra
- Long footprint in tandem mode
Who it suits
- Families planning a second child close in age
- Mixed footpath and park use
- Big car boots or ground-floor homes
Who should look elsewhere
- Apartment stairs without a lift
- Small hatchback boots
- Families wanting a light second stroller for travel
Price
> $1,800
Typically $1,599–$2,049 at our last check (8 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.
Specs
| Weight kg | 13.05 with seat; 13.65 with bassinet |
|---|---|
| Folded size cm | 50 x 62 x 97 (one-piece) or 92 x 53 x 36 (two-piece) |
| Unfolded width cm | 62 |
| One hand fold | Yes |
| Bassinet | Included in 2-in-1; max 9 kg |
| Capsule compatible | With Bugaboo Kangaroo car seat adapters (sold separately) |
| Terrain | All-terrain: 22 cm front and 30 cm rear wheels with suspension |
| Basket | 70 L, max 13 kg |
| Twin option | No (tandem for siblings; bassinet on top, seat below) |
| Second seat option | Yes — sibling seat, max 18 kg; optional ride-on board |
| Standard | AS/NZS 2088 (mandatory standard) — check the label |
What to look for
- Compliance label for the Australian prams and strollers standard (AS/NZS 2088)
- Fold and lift it into your own car boot before buying
- Check which capsule adapters you need for your car seat
- Stop using the bassinet for sleep once baby can roll or pull up
Where to buy in Australia
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Last checked 8 Nov 2026 · Report a problem with this pick