Also goodPrams & strollersBirth to ~4 years

UPPAbaby Vista V3

A big, well-made pram that expands to carry two or three children; heavy, but rated highly by owners.

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We researched the Vista V3 as the main alternative to our pick for growing families. Like the Kangaroo it starts as a single and expands, here with a RumbleSeat and ride-on board, and UPPAbaby topped Canstar Blue's 2026 pram satisfaction survey of Australian owners. BabyGearLab's testers rated it among the best full-size prams for build quality, the big basket and the canopy. The catch is size: testers found it heavy with a large fold, so it suits bigger cars and homes without stairs. If you're only ever pushing one child, a lighter pram makes more sense.

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Pros

  • Expands to carry up to three children with add-ons
  • Large basket and full-coverage canopy
  • Owners rate the brand highly in Australian satisfaction surveys
  • Bassinet included in most bundles

Cons

  • Heavy, with a large fold
  • Add-on seats and adapters cost extra
  • More pram than you need for one child

Who it suits

  • Families expecting more than one child
  • Suburban use with a large boot

Who should look elsewhere

  • Small cars and apartments with stairs
  • One-child families wanting a light pram

Price

$1,000–1,800

Typically $1,283–$1,799 at our last check (8 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.

Specs

Weight kgHeavy for a single pram — check the current spec sheet
Folded size cmLarge one-piece fold
One hand foldNo
BassinetIncluded in bassinet bundles
Capsule compatibleUPPAbaby Mesa and others via adapters
TerrainFootpaths and light trails; all-wheel suspension
BasketVery large (BabyGearLab: about 13.6 kg capacity)
Twin optionYes, with RumbleSeat (sold separately)
Second seat optionYes — RumbleSeat and PiggyBack board
StandardAS/NZS 2088 (mandatory standard) — check the label

What to look for

  • AS/NZS 2088 compliance label on the pram
  • Whether the bundle includes the bassinet
  • Boot fit with the frame folded

Where to buy in Australia

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Last checked 8 Nov 2026 · Report a problem with this pick