UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller vs Graco Modes Pramette Stroller
Both made our Best Strollers for Newborns shortlist, at #1 and #2. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller if you want included bassinet gives a genuinely flat, crib-like surface, no separate purchase needed. Choose the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller if you'd rather have true pram mode is a rare feature at this price, most competitors only offer deep recline. Overall we rank the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Strollers for Newborns list.
Winner overall: UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller
UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller vs Graco Modes Pramette Stroller compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 6 in Best Strollers for Newborns | #2 of 6 in Best Strollers for Newborns |
| Pick label | Top pick | |
| Brand | UPPAbaby | Graco |
| Key features | Included bassinet rated from birth to 20 lbs; One-step fold, stands on its own when folded; Converts to single-to-double system with add-on seats | True pram mode with flat-lying reversible seat; 3-in-1: car seat carrier, pramette, toddler stroller; One-hand fold |
| Biggest strength | Included bassinet gives a genuinely flat, crib-like surface, no separate purchase needed | True pram mode is a rare feature at this price, most competitors only offer deep recline |
| Main trade-off | Bulkier and heavier than umbrella-style or compact strollers | Car seat sold separately on the stroller-only version |
| Best for | newborns | newborns |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Top pick
Choose the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller if…
- Included bassinet gives a genuinely flat, crib-like surface, no separate purchase needed
- Grows from bassinet to toddler seat to a double stroller for a second child
- One-step fold works with the bassinet or toddler seat still attached
Best for: newborns
Prefer the alternative? See the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller section.
#2 pick
Choose the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller if…
- True pram mode is a rare feature at this price, most competitors only offer deep recline
- Reversible seat lets the newborn face the parent, a preferred orientation for young infants
- One-hand fold is fast for solo parents managing a newborn and a stroller at once
Best for: newborns
Prefer the alternative? See the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller section.
Pros and cons of each
UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller
Pros
- Included bassinet gives a genuinely flat, crib-like surface, no separate purchase needed
- Grows from bassinet to toddler seat to a double stroller for a second child
- One-step fold works with the bassinet or toddler seat still attached
- Large, adjustable canopy with a mesh panel for airflow on warm days
Cons
- Bulkier and heavier than umbrella-style or compact strollers
- Bassinet is an included accessory, not the everyday seat, so it still needs the toddler seat purchased or swapped later
Graco Modes Pramette Stroller
Pros
- True pram mode is a rare feature at this price, most competitors only offer deep recline
- Reversible seat lets the newborn face the parent, a preferred orientation for young infants
- One-hand fold is fast for solo parents managing a newborn and a stroller at once
Cons
- Car seat sold separately on the stroller-only version
- Pram mode compartment is smaller than a dedicated bassinet attachment
- Storage basket is smaller than full-size competitors
UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller vs Graco Modes Pramette Stroller: common questions
Which is better, the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller or the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller?
Choose the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller if you want included bassinet gives a genuinely flat, crib-like surface, no separate purchase needed. Choose the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller if you'd rather have true pram mode is a rare feature at this price, most competitors only offer deep recline. Overall we rank the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller higher: #1 versus #2 in our Best Strollers for Newborns list.
What is the difference between the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller and the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller?
The UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller stands out because included bassinet gives a genuinely flat, crib-like surface, no separate purchase needed, while the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller stands out because true pram mode is a rare feature at this price, most competitors only offer deep recline. The trade-offs differ too: the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller's main caveat is that bulkier and heavier than umbrella-style or compact strollers, and the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller's is that car seat sold separately on the stroller-only version.
Is the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller worth it over the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller instead if bulkier and heavier than umbrella-style or compact strollers is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Graco Modes Pramette Stroller instead of the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller?
The Graco Modes Pramette Stroller suits newborns, while the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller is best for newborns.