From MadeForMums · · 1m 50s
Bugaboo Dragonfly Plus: City Pushchair Review
Bugaboo Dragonfly Plus offers premium city-friendly pushchair with 4.9/5 rating for compact families.
In brief
Bugaboo Dragonfly Plus offers premium city-friendly pushchair with 4.9/5 rating for compact families. Ideal for city living with easy folding and sturdy design, but requires practice to fold one-handed. Originally reported by MadeForMums.
Quick answers
- What is the Dragonfly Plus?
- Bugaboo's updated compact city pushchair designed for daily urban use with one-piece fold and generous storage.
- What is the key takeaway from Bugaboo Dragonfly Plus: City Pushchair Review?
- Ideal for city living with easy folding and sturdy design, but requires practice to fold one-handed.
What is the Dragonfly Plus?
Bugaboo's updated compact city pushchair designed for daily urban use with one-piece fold and generous storage.
Price and Market Position
Costs £649 without carrycot, sits in premium urban pushchair market between travel strollers and full-size prams.
Easy Assembly
Mostly assembled with clear instructions taking 5 minutes to prepare for first use.
Carrycot Use
Comfortable for 4-month-olds with good airflow panels and easy entry for parents of varying heights.
Folding Process
Requires 4-5 attempts to master one-handed folding with carrycot attached, but becomes smooth with practice.
City Maneuverability
Smooth steering through narrow spaces, kerbs, and buses with one-handed operation.
Kerb and Terrain Handling
Handles uneven ground well for city use but shows minor bumps on rough terrain.
Café and Shop Practicality
Compact enough for narrow shop aisles and small cafés without compromising comfort.
Public Transport Use
Easy to fold on buses and trains, fits in tight spaces without hindering wheelchair users.
Handlebar Adjustability
One-button height adjustment for parents of different heights and easy storage in tight spaces.
Storage Capacity
Better than expected for compact pushchair with easy access when carrycot is attached.
Hood Design
Hood blocks sun less effectively in carrycot mode compared to older models.
Cleaning and Durability
Easy to clean with muddy terrain and washes well in washing machine without damage.
Rain Cover
Basic included rain cover without zip, less convenient for wet weather use.
Value for Money
Worth £649 for city families needing compact pushchair without sacrificing comfort or robustness.
The short version
Ideal for city living with easy folding and sturdy design, but requires practice to fold one-handed.
