Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 vs Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System
Both made our Best Strollers Under $400 shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System if you want all-wheel suspension smooths out sidewalk cracks and uneven pavement for a sleeping newborn. Choose the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System if you'd rather have keyFit 30 is one of the highest-rated infant car seats sold independently, a strong bundle value. Overall we rank the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Strollers Under $400 list.
Winner overall: Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System
Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System vs Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Strollers Under $400 | #2 of 4 in Best Strollers Under $400 |
| Pick label | ||
| Brand | Baby Jogger | Chicco |
| Key features | Includes City GO 2 infant car seat; Forever-air rubber tires, never go flat; All-wheel suspension | Includes Chicco KeyFit 30 infant car seat and base; Click-in car seat with no adapter needed; One-hand, self-standing fold |
| Biggest strength | All-wheel suspension smooths out sidewalk cracks and uneven pavement for a sleeping newborn | KeyFit 30 is one of the highest-rated infant car seats sold independently, a strong bundle value |
| Main trade-off | No true bassinet or pram mode, relies entirely on the included car seat for newborns | 4-wheel suspension is smoother than budget models but not as capable off pavement as the City Mini GT2's all-wheel system |
| Best for | newborns | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick
Choose the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System if…
- All-wheel suspension smooths out sidewalk cracks and uneven pavement for a sleeping newborn
- Forever-air tires remove the risk of a flat during regular use
- One-hand fold and auto-lock are genuinely fast to operate one-handed while holding a baby
Best for: newborns
Prefer the alternative? See the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System section.
#2 pick
Choose the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System if…
- KeyFit 30 is one of the highest-rated infant car seats sold independently, a strong bundle value
- No adapter required, the car seat clicks directly onto the stroller frame
- Self-standing fold prevents tipping when folded in a trunk or hallway
Prefer the alternative? See the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System section.
Pros and cons of each
Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System
Pros
- All-wheel suspension smooths out sidewalk cracks and uneven pavement for a sleeping newborn
- Forever-air tires remove the risk of a flat during regular use
- One-hand fold and auto-lock are genuinely fast to operate one-handed while holding a baby
- Grows with the child well past the newborn stage, up to 65 lbs
Cons
- No true bassinet or pram mode, relies entirely on the included car seat for newborns
- Wider footprint than compact strollers, less ideal for narrow doorways
Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System
Pros
- KeyFit 30 is one of the highest-rated infant car seats sold independently, a strong bundle value
- No adapter required, the car seat clicks directly onto the stroller frame
- Self-standing fold prevents tipping when folded in a trunk or hallway
Cons
- 4-wheel suspension is smoother than budget models but not as capable off pavement as the City Mini GT2's all-wheel system
- Heavier once the car seat is attached than stroller-only options
- Toddler seat reclines deeply but isn't a true flat pram mode
Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System vs Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System: common questions
Which is better, the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System or the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System?
Choose the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System if you want all-wheel suspension smooths out sidewalk cracks and uneven pavement for a sleeping newborn. Choose the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System if you'd rather have keyFit 30 is one of the highest-rated infant car seats sold independently, a strong bundle value. Overall we rank the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Strollers Under $400 list.
What is the difference between the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System and the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System?
The Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System stands out because all-wheel suspension smooths out sidewalk cracks and uneven pavement for a sleeping newborn, while the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System stands out because keyFit 30 is one of the highest-rated infant car seats sold independently, a strong bundle value. The trade-offs differ too: the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System's main caveat is that no true bassinet or pram mode, relies entirely on the included car seat for newborns, and the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System's is that 4-wheel suspension is smoother than budget models but not as capable off pavement as the City Mini GT2's all-wheel system.
Is the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System worth it over the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System instead if no true bassinet or pram mode, relies entirely on the included car seat for newborns is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System instead of the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System?
The Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System suits buyers whose priorities match its strengths, while the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Travel System is best for newborns.