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Top Budget All-terrain Strollers

All active parents need a decent jogging baby stroller. They need a jogger that’ll let them stay connected with their little one as they explore the local trails on blazing summer days and cold winter days.

If you’re a price-conscious parent, you want to pick out an all-terrain stroller that doesn’t cost a small fortune. But which are the best budget all-terrain strollers on the market?

Related: Best Strollers With Rubber Wheels

Here, I present 5 low-cost rough-road and smooth-surface baby strollers that don’t suck in the performance and ease-of-use departments.

Just want to know what the best budget all-terrain stroller is?

The Graco Modes 2.0 Jogger is among the best if not the finest low-priced all-surface strollers on the market. Its suspension adds up to stable, butter-smooth glides. And its sturdy construction makes for a solid, long-lasting option.

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Also, it has peekaboo windows with magnetic covers so you can see every smile and communicative gesture on your child’s face. The seat is decently padded, and the leg rest adjusts to a really comfortable position.

The handles are adjustable so that short and tall caretakers can share the pushchair. What’s more, the canopy is large and sufficiently extendable. An effective braking system and wrist straps make for really safe rides over grass, sand, mud, gravel, small rocks, smooth sidewalks, and bumpy trails.

Additionally, the seat reclines all the way (not fully flat) and also sits upright. And the best part? It’s pretty affordable. 

Here’s the list…

5 Best Budget All-terrain Baby Strollers

Good low-priced jogging strollers aren’t common. But if you look hard enough, you might find one or two affordable options. Luckily you’re here. And I’ll give you a nice little list of low-budget but still decent walking and jogging baby strollers.

1. Baby Trend Range Jogger All-Terrain Stroller (Best Value)

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Sub-$150 all-terrain strollers rarely offer tons of useful features while gliding reasonably well, but the Baby Trend Range Jogger is the exception.

At this price point, I didn’t expect the sturdiest stroller ever, but that’s what I got. The stroller has its tough steel alloy frame to thank for that. But being steel-y also explains why the Baby Trend isn’t the smallest or lightest all-terrain stroller out there. At 27.5 pounds, it’s pretty heavy. But I’ve seen heavier, costlier options.

Has a Close-able Parent Tray and a Pivoting Baby Tray

It offers a parent tray that you can close and a pivoting baby tray. Because the child’s tray hinges, it’s easy to pivot it away when buckling baby in and return it to its usual position after strapping them in.

Big Rubber Wheels, Rubber Handles, But No Suspension

The wheels are large and air-filled. And the front wheel swivels, making pushing and steering on straight smooth surfaces almost effortless.

But while the seller describes this stroller as great for off-roading, it’s not exactly a champ at gliding over bumpy trails and crappy surfaces. I guess that’s because this stroller doesn’t have suspension other than the shock absorbency the wheels provide. But is that surprising for a sub-$150 all-terrain stroller?

This thing boasts rubber handles. And that’s nice for a stroller this cheap. However, the handles have a fixed height. And long, really tough jogs might cause blisters.

Canopy and Storage Basket

The basket isn’t too small. I can fit my leather purse and a diaper bag in there. As for the canopy, it’s extendable all the way out. Plus, you can pull it down so that it blocks out the sun completely from the front.

However, the top of my child’s head stays exposed when I pull the cover all the way down over their face. But this isn’t a deal breaker, at least not for me.

Brake Locks One Rear Wheel; Has a 5-Point Harness

Two foot levers lock both rear wheels, but you have to press each to lock in a stop. A single lever that locks both wheels at once would have been better.

I didn’t expect any high-quality hand brakes, and there weren’t any.  As for the harness, it’s a 5-point device that works as good as any.

The weight limit is 50 pounds. And the seat padding is OK-ish. The seat reclines more than 45 degrees, but you don’t intend to run with a 4-month-old, do you? It also sits up comfortably enough for kids who want to view every sight.

Folding? It’s not hard, but it’s definitely not a one-fold task. And it’s not the most compact fold.

Pros

  • A really attractive price point
  • Large air-filled rubber wheels that conquer cracks
  • Rubber handles
  • Parent tray with a lid and a pivoting child tray
  • A sturdy steel alloy frame

Cons

  • Pretty heavy and doesn’t fold very small
  • Not a one-hand fold
  • No suspension, and seat padding could be better
  • Handles not adjustable

Verdict: It’s a great budget all-terrain stroller, but it’s not the best option for off-roading since there’s no suspension.

2. Best Fold and Lightweight: Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 All-Terrain Stroller

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This is the upgraded version of the Baby Jogger City Mini GT. The GT2 is slightly lighter than the earlier model and provides better-padded seat and offers comfier calf support. But the GT2 costs $100 more. Why?

Baby Jogger City Mini GT vs. City Mini GT2

One difference is that the GT2 is the sports version of the GT model. Both are city strollers, but the newer option is an all-terrain city stroller that takes on gravel and dirt roads with the same enthusiasm it does smooth sidewalks.

Also, the two peekaboo windows on the improved version have magnetic closures instead of velcro ones.

The wheels are rubber filled with foam, and they roll nicely on most surfaces. Also, this costlier pushchair also comes with all-wheel suspension which contributes to the overall smoothness of the glide.

Another difference is that the GT2 has a taller, better-padded, comfier seat, and a higher weight limit. It accommodates bigger, taller kids. This design fits bigger kids up to 36 months, and the weight limit is higher at 65 pounds.

Stroller Weight, Fold, Handles

One thing I liked about the Citi Mini G2 is how lightweight and easy-to-fold it is. Weighting in at just 21.4 pounds, it’s one of the lightest all-terrain strollers. Working a pull strap on the seat effortlessly folds the stroller in half. It’s a one-handed operation. The folding strap also serves as the carrying handle.

The stroller folds like a dream and should fit in most car trunks. However, it doesn’t sit upright after folding. This is something often seen even in expensive models.

Handles: both the GT and GT2 have grippy handles. And the handles are adjustable. The handles of the GT2 grip somewhat better, though.

Wheels, Suspension, and Storage Basket

The wheels aren’t as big as they are on real off-road strollers, but they’re not small either. Plus, they’re made from rubber and filled with foam — no flats ever again!

Also, the stroller offers extra suspension on all wheels. And this is something most affordable all-terrain strollers don’t offer.  This suspension cushions against impacts from jolts while riding.

The under-baby-seat storage is small, but its sides are higher than they are in the older version.  A bar on the back of basket gets in the way when accessing it. Fortunately, the basket is easily accessible if you lift off the leg rest.

No Trays and Cup Holders Though

Even the cheapest all-terrain stroller on this list offers a parent tray and a child tray, but the pricey Citi Mini GT2 lacks these useful features. If you like sipping energizing drinks or munching nuts and snacks while exercising, you’ll have to purchase a parent console and a child tray.

Pros

  • All-wheel suspension
  • A lightweight all-terrain city stroller
  • 2 magnetic flap peekaboo windows
  • Very easy to fold and carry (one-hand fold)
  • Handles grip well and are adjustable
  • Better-padded, comfier calf-rest
  • Wheels never have flats

Cons

  • Price point could be lower
  • Good but not great for off-loading
  • Have to buy parent caddy and baby tray as well
  • Accessing basket from rear tricky
  • Basket could be bigger

Verdict: A sporty city stroller that transitions from smooth surfaces to rough ones easily. It’s pricier than most budget models, but that’s because it works better, folds better, and pushes better.

3. Best Suspension and Best Overall: Graco Modes Jogger 2.0 Jogging Stroller

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At 33 pounds, the Graco Modes 2.0 is heavier than most, but many parents love it. Because it’s affordable, well-made, offers many useful features, and lets your baby ride forward-facing or rear-facing.

Adjustable handlebars

The handles have foam grips and are comfortable. What’s more, they’re height adjustable. Tall moms and shorter moms can use this stroller without straining their hands.

A safety wrist strap on the left prevent the stroller from rolling away during a stop. But right-handed parents may find a left-side safety strap somewhat annoying.

Wheels, brakes, and Suspension

The stroller features big bike-style rear rubber wheels measuring 16 inches and an 11-inch front wheel that steers really well. Red reflectors on the rear wheels make for increased visibility and safety.

These wheels offer noticeable suspension while strolling, plus there’s additional suspension that makes the ride even smoother. Two foot brakes, one for each wheel, lock the rear wheels so you can have safe stops. There’s no handbrakes, though.

Easy-to-access Storage Basket

The basket seems well-made and is easy to access. It’s easy to access the stuff stored inside from the back. This basket is reasonably roomy and has a cover unlike many.

Reclining Seat, Adjustable footrest, and Adjustable Canopy

You can adjust the foot-rest up for a comfier sitting position and ride. Pressing a button-like feature on the side of the footrest releases it so you can move it up when needed.

The seat has decent padding. And it reclines all the way back and also sits upright. Well, it doesn’t lie completely flat, but it’s not like parents jog with infants.

One thing differentiates this stroller from many others – the baby can ride forward-facing or rear-facing. This stroller is compatible with ALL Graco infant car seats. The weight limit stays at 50 pounds.

The canopy is generous and adjusts all the way for element-free rides.

Parent and Baby Cup Holders and Smartphone Holder

The stroller offers 2 parent cup holders and a small lockable compartment for storing all sorts of small items. A baby tray is also available in the front, and it doesn’t get in the way when strapping in the baby. There’s also a smartphone holder, which is really nice, but it may be too narrow for your iPhone XR. But you can always put the phone inside the lockable compartment on the parent tray.

Folding and Unfolding the Graco Modes Jogger 2.0

How do you fold the Graco Modes 2.0 Jogging Stroller? Well, the fold isn’t too hard, but it’s a 2-hand operation. Activate the brakes. Press in a button in the middle of the handlebar. Then, push the handles down. Finally, activate the catch on the side of the frame. And yes, you can fold the Graco Modes 2.0 Jogger with the seat still on. Here’s how to fold most Graco strollers.

Pros

  • Adjustable foam handles
  • Folding relatively easy and stroller stands on its own
  • Large wheels that roll really well while absorbing shocks
  • Good suspension
  • Smartphone holder on parent tray
  • Big, low-sitting, easily accessible storage basket
  • Baby and parent trays
  • Large, adjustable canopy

Cons

  • Peekaboo window has velco covers
  • Not the cheapest deal for the features offered
  • Too big/bulky for every day use
  • No handbrakes

Having Velcro peekaboo window covers isn’t a bummer. I prefer magnetic covers though.

Verdict: This is a good buy at this price point. There’s little not to like about the Graco Modes 2.0 stroller. But this isn’t something you want to use for your everyday city strolls.

4. Best Car Seat/Stroller Combo: Baby Trend Expedition Jogger Travel System

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At 41 pounds, the Baby Trend Expendition Jogger Travel System is even heavier than the Graco Modes 2.0. But the weight difference isn’t surprising since this is a car seat/stroller combination.

Adjustable Rubber handlebars

The handles come with rubber handles that grip quite well and handle height is adjustable. If you’ll use this stroller with a 6′ helper/SO and you’re like 5′ 4″, neither of you will strain while pushing. Also, there’s a wrist strap to keep the stroller from rolling off during a jog or a short stop.

Big Bike-like Wheels, 2 Foot brakes, and no Suspension

This stroller comes with two rear wheels and a smaller (but not small) front swivel wheel. This wheel is lockable into a forward-only position to prevent untimely and possibly disastrous turns.

On flat smooth surfaces and surface-to-surface transitions, unlocking the front wheel makes for much better maneuverability especially in tight spaces.

Since wheel suspension is rarely enough for jogs and runs on tough terrain, this stroller comes with extra suspension. It’s decent suspension judging from how smooth sidewalk glides felt even when the sidewalk was crappy.

Sizeable, Easy-to-access Basket

This basket sits low enough, which stabilizes rides, but the basket isn’t covered.

Stroller Seat Recline and Sunshade

The upper weight limit is 50 pounds, and the seat reclines and gets back up without. Make it lie nearly flat. Or position it almost upright.

The sunshade is large enough and adjusts without difficulty. And a peekaboo window allows you to keep a watchful eye on the busy life happening underneath the adjustable canopy. The seat is reasonably padded, and so is the footrest.

The Car Seat

This stroller comes with a car seat, specifically the Baby Trend ALLY 35 Infant Car Seat. It’s a lightweight (6.6 pounds) rear-facing infant car seat. Its ergonomic carrying handle enables you to shuttle baby between the car and stroller without waking them up.

Also, it latches into the base without problems, and a built-in level helps you adjust it to the safest possible recline angle. You can set the car seat’s handle to multiple positions, including the so-called “rebound position” which supposedly reduces collision injury.

It features a 5-point harness that straps well and stays in place. And the base offers 4 height adjustments so that the harness can evolve with your kid.

Additionally, the car seat cushion and headrest are washable. However, this car seat doesn’t provide adequate support to young necks. Buy extra head support cushions to firm the weak neck.

Parent and Baby Cup Holders

A compartment in the center of the parent tray holds your phone, keys, and other small things. This protects them from inclement weather. Also, there are two deep cup holders for you. Your baby also gets a tray, but they may not use it during the first few months. Once they outgrow the infant car seat, they’ll start using this tray.

Folding the Baby Trend Expendition Jogger Travel System

Folding the Baby Trend Expendition Jogger Travel System can be tricky, but it’s not difficult. Engage the brakes and leave the front wheel unlocked. Stabilize the stroller by pressing the wheel axle down. Pull the two small handles on either side of the stroller frame. Meanwhile, press the main handles down to activate the fold.

Pros

  • Great price point for a car seat/stroller combo
  • Adjustable handles and car seat base
  • Comes with a rear-facing infant car seat
  • Stroller seat reclines at multiple angles

Cons

  • Folding not hard but tricky
  • Extra headrest needed for the first few months
  • No suspension

Verdict: This is a decent buy, but since there’s no suspension, rides on bumpy surfaces may be too shaky.

5. Most Stylish: Jeep Deluxe Patriot Open Trails Jogging Stroller

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As a jeep rolls over unbeaten paths, so does the Jeep Deluxe Patriot Open Trails Jogging stroller conquer sandy beaches, bumpy gravel roads, and shallow-snow trails.

This stroller looks nice in a way many strollers don’t. It’s a must-own piece of outdoor baby gear for fashion-forward moms who live active lifestyles.

The Wheels Are Good for Off-roading

It’s a budget dirt-road stroller, but it’s sturdy and durable enough to withstand the rigors of off-roading. The wheels are big as are the wheels of typical all-terrain strollers.

These wheels are super-sized, full of air, and made of rubber. This makes for decent suspension when rolling over rough terrain, but is this really adequate?

No Additional Suspension

However, the Jeep doesn’t offer any kind of extra suspension. You and your baby shouldn’t expect bounce-free rides when rolling down rocky, rooty forest trails. For that level of abuse, get a better all-terrain stroller such as the BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0. Except it’s not cheap.

It’s a three-wheeler with a front swivel wheel, and this thing steers effortlessly when navigating crowded city streets and maneuvering over curbs.

Since the front wheel is lockable, you and your baby get to enjoy safe, stable rides devoid of violent turns when strolling off-road.

Stroller Pulls to One Side During Rides

Here’s one thing I didn’t like about the Jeep Deluxe Patriot Open Trails budget all-terrain stroller: it pulls to the side during jogs. I reckon many serious jogging parents would be bummed about this. This annoyance happens because this stroller lacks a mechanism to correct the direction of the front tire once you’ve locked the wheel.

The Front wheel Wobbles

A bunch of moms complained about the Jeep’s Deluxe Patriot’s “front wheel death wobbles.” I watched a few videos and saw this nasty phenomenon, and it was terrifying. But if you know how to fix a wobbly stroller front wheel, this shouldn’t be a problem.

Weight, Foldability, and Trunk Space Taken Up

Weighing slightly lighter than 27 pounds, this isn’t exactly a lightweight stroller. While it folds into a more compact fold than some, it’s too big folded for small car owners.

If you have a small car, the folded stroller might take up all trunk space. But if you mostly drive a minivan or a SUV, you shouldn’t face any trouble storing this.

Stroller Seat, Infant Car Seat Compatibility, Handlebar, and Canopy

The canopy is adjustable, but the coverage isn’t adequate.  While this sunshade helps, it doesn’t go far down enough. And it might not completely shield baby’s face from UV light.

Also, the canopy lacks a peekaboo window. If you want to check on your baby mid-stroll, you have to stop and peer around the front. While this doesn’t adversely affect the stroller’s performance, it could be a deal breaker for some.

The handlebar isn’t bad, but it’s not comfortable, nor can you adjust the height. The handle is flattish, and it felt like my wrists were being tilted back awkwardly when pushing.

Also, the padding on the stroller seat could be thicker and comfier. But at least, the seat offers a decent load limit of 50lbs and an easy-to-adjust 5-point safety harness. Also, there’s a footrest for more comfort during rides.

Under-the-seat Storage and Extra Features

This storage should be roomy enough for essential baby supplies such as diapers and baby wipes with room to spare. Also, you get a parent tray with two cup holders and smartphone storage.

Your baby also gets their own tray for holding drinks so they can stay hydrated. And since it’s a swing-out tray, it stays out of the way when you’re buckling baby in.

Pros

  • Comes in at a good price point
  • Large air-filled rubber wheels that sneers at sidewalk cracks
  • Swing-out baby tray and parent tray
  • Decent storage basket size
  • Sturdy & solid build
  • A really stylish stroller for the fashion-consciously

Cons

  • Takes up lots of trunk space and may not be ideal for small car owners
  • Canopy could be longer
  • No peekaboo window
  • No suspension
  • Front wheel wobbles not uncommon
  • handles not adjustable and aren’t super comfortable

Verdict: This isn’t a bad stroller. And it takes on cracks like a champion. But it lacks a peekaboo window and suspension. Plus front wheel wobbles aren’t uncommon.

How to Pick the Right Cheap Jogging Stroller

I wrote a detailed stroller buying guide, but since you’re looking for a specific type of a stroller, I put together a quick primer on how to choose a decent but still affordable all-surface stroller.

Below is a bunch of things you need to keep an eye out for so that you won’t end up with a stroller you’ll start hating after the return window period has expired.

1.Handle Quality and Height Adjustability

Go for a stroller with foam handles. Foam handles are nice and comfortable to hold, but they don’t last very long. That said, I think they’re better than rubber handlebars. Rubber handlebars, like foam handles, don’t let your hands slip off while pushing.

Also, rubber handles last long, longer than any other kind of handles on top of being much better-looking. However, holding onto rubber handles is one surefire way to get blisters on your palms. Especially if you’re the kind of jogging mom or dad who really pushes the limits.

The majority of low-cost all-terrain strollers come with foam handles. Your hands stay where you place them, which means the stroller never rolls away from you unexpectedly. They’re also comfortable, but they’re not built to last forever. Fortunately, foam is cheaper than leather, and leather-handle strollers tend to be pricier than their foam-handle counterparts.

Handle height adjustability is another aspect to keep top of mind when shopping for a low-budget all-terrain jogger. If you’ll be the only person pushing that tot around, handle height adjustability wouldn’t really matter.

But if more than person will push the pushchair, being able to adjust handle height becomes super important.

2. You Need Large Swiveling Wheels & Good Suspension

When buying a regular baby stroller, wheel size isn’t a very important factor to consider. If you’re a city-life mom or dad, having small foam wheels would be OK. But if you plan on running or jogging on trails and other off-road surfaces with your little one, wheel size becomes a crucial issue.

Any all-terrain stroller worth its salt boasts big-diameter (like 15″+ wheels), air-filled rubber wheels. Well, some may have large-size foam wheels that don’t ever get flats, but the majority have inflatable rubber wheels.

Being big and air-filled and rubbery convert the wheels into some kind of suspension. Not only do large wheels roll over cracks, slush , mud, and snow better, but they also roll faster while soaking up bumpy trail shocks much better. Pushing a stroller with super-sized wheels feels easier than pushing a stroller with normal-sized wheels.

Also, the front wheel needs to be able to swivel, and it’s common for all-terrain strollers of all price ranges to have a lockable swiveling front wheel.

Before you build up to a good jog or run with your baby strapped in, lock the front wheel so that it stops swiveling. This way, the stroller keeps rolling forward in one direction, eliminating sudden uncontrollable turns which can lead to a disaster/crash.

Once all the roughness of the trail is behind you and you’re transitioning to a smoother, bump-free surface, unlock the wheel for easier steering. You also want to unlock the front wheel when navigating people-packed streets and sidewalks.

Does an All-terrain Stroller Need Suspension?

Yes, an all-terrain baby stroller needs to have a good suspension system. This suspension system performs the same job it does in cars and mountain bikes: absorbing road and trail shocks.

When a baby rides on a stroller with tons of padding, super-sized air-filled wheels, and great suspension, it’s like they’re floating on feathers.

I bet kids in these kinds of strollers are less fussy than those whose strollers have small non-rubber wheels and zero suspension.

3. Stroller Weight: Jogging Strollers Are Heavy and Bulky, But…

…why pick the heaviest and bulkiest jogger when there’s a lighter, less bulky, and probably cheaper choice? Joggers are heavy because they’re made of a heavier, better frame and materials. Plus, the wheels are bigger and beefier.

Also, they may have an extra braking system such as a disc-style braking mechanism on top of the usual foot brake. All these make these strollers stronger, sturdier and of course, heavier and bulkier than regular-sized strollers.

All that said, some joggers aren’t too heavy or bulky and fit through standard doorways. These are the kinds of all-terrain strollers you should be looking at. Luckily, some of my recommendations aren’t too heavy or bulky.

4. A Sizeable Storage Basket + Extra Storage

Jogging strollers aren’t for infants and babies younger than 8 months. They’re for older babies, kids who like sipping drinks and eating kiddo snacks on jogs or runs. With kids like these, get an option with cup holders and snack trays. Also, choose a stroller with a considerably large underneath storage basket and several side pockets for storing diapers and small stuff such as keys, mobile phone, and whatnot.

5. What’s Considered a Reasonable Price Point for a Budget Jogger?

Most of the best budget all-terrain joggers live in the $200-$400 price range. Good news! One of the jogging strollers I reviewed costs $120-ish. And it’s not like a bad stroller.

Three of the recommendations on my list cost under $300, and one costs between $300 and $390. Be sure to check the actual prices since they keep changing).

I’ve found that a decent budget dirt-road or gravel-road stroller costs somewhere between $250-$350.

6. Stroller Brand: Buy from Parent-trusted Brands

When it comes to strollers that conquer rough roads, gravel, and bumpy forest trails, not all strollers are created equal. I don’t want to sound like some shameless paid blogger touting the bankrolling brand’s products. Still, I must say that BOB, Baby Jogger, Baby Trend, Graco, and Chicco make strollers parents love.

7. Maximum Weight Limit, Ease of Use, and Foldability

Many jogging strollers have a weight limit of 50-75 pounds, and this includes two-sitters such as Thule Urban Glide 2. It’s unwise (because it is unsafe) to haul around a baby who weights outside the stated upper weight limit for the stroller.

Ease of use is another important factor to keep in mind. If all the stroller parents online and elsewhere have said a particular option is finicky to use, choose something else.

We all like easy-to-operate strollers and other items. Because we’re not here to spend all of our precious time figuring out how to fold strollers or unfold them!

Well, running and jogging strollers aren’t known for foldability. Bu if opening the stroller or collapsing it takes an entire afternoon, you have the wrong product.

8. Canopy, Seat, and Harness Quality + Braking Mechanism

You need a canopy that extends and retracts as needed. An extendable stroller sunshade lets you pull it back when the weather outside warms up. And when it starts drizzling or raining, you pull the rain cover outward so it provide more above-baby coverage.

Quality-wise, it needs to be a water-resistant UPF50 canopy. A UPF50 stroller is a sun-protective sunshade prevents 98 percent of UV rays to reach the baby’s skin. Over time, the stroller fades and loses much of the original color and beauty. But if you know how to refurbish a stroller by dying or spray painting the fabric, that shouldn’t be problem.

The seat needs to have decent padding around the sitting area and the back. Good padding provides extra cushioning against shocks and vibrations during stroller rides.

Seat care is another critical consideration. If the seat is removable and machine washable, that’s really nice. But if you find a decent seat that’s pretty affordable and the seat isn’t removable, don’t worry. Because you can always spot clean the seat using a manufacturer-recommended cleaner and cleaning method.

The same goes for the safety harness: it needs to have good padding and wide enough so it won’t cut into the baby’s soft skin. Most importantly, it needs to be a highly supportive 5-point harness. And the harness’ straps should be sturdy and safety-tested. Also, the buckle shouldn’t loosen up when pulled by small, busy hands.

Most low-cost all-terrain strollers offer only one braking system, a foot-operated brake. If you find an option with a handbrake and great reviews, grab it.

9. Cup Holders, Snack Trays, and Other Extra Features

Some jogging strollers pack lots of value, and some have as many and almost as good extra features as less affordable models. Does the idea of sipping your favorite coffee and snacking while out running or jogging through wooded trails with your baby fascinate you?

If yes, you need an option that comes with cup holders, bottle holders, and snack trays. Not all budget running and jogging strollers have these added features. But some offer these additions, and that makes them a more attractive choice.

But if you see a good budget jogger that lacks these extra features, don’t worry. You can always put snacks, bottled water, and other delicacies in a bag and hang it on the handlebar. Carrying coffee? Get a good stroller organizer with cup holders for your coffee and extra storage for your smartphone, car and house keys, and more.

How to Maintain Your Budget All-terrain Stroller

Below are little and not-so-little things to do post-stroll to keep the pushchair in good condition:

  • Give the stroller light regular cleans depending on use frequency. If you go out the door every day to jog with baby in tow, giving the jogger a once-over after the training should suffice.
  • Wipe any wet spills and sticky stuff  off the seat and clean up food crumbs.
  • Use a stiff-thistle brush to remove mud and dirt from the wheels.
  • Deep-clean the stroller once after every 1-2 months. When deep-cleaning, inspect the wheels to see if there’s any objects embedded there and remove them. If the wheels are detachable from the chassis, remove them and clean them.
  • Use lukewarm water and a mild soap to clean the frame, plastic parts, and wheels. If the wheels are too dirty or have stains, use hot water and soap.
  • If any part of the stroller has mold, use this mold-removal guide to tackle them.
  • Lubricate the wheels with WD-40 or other lube after cleaning if they’re squeaky or wobbly. Here’s how to resolve a wobbly or squeaky front wheel on a stroller.
  • If you’ve been riding in the rain, wipe down the stroller to remove any water or moisture to keep mold and mildew at bay.
  • Check the braking system from time to time and fix any broken parts and tighten any loose parts. And if there’s any small object that somehow got into the braking system, take it out to keep the system functioning properly.
  • When cleaning the canopy or seat, read the care label to see if there’s any fabric-specific instructions.
  • Avoid bleaching any part of the stroller, especially the metal frame. You can use natural stain removers such as white vinegar or baking soda, but you must rinse them off completely.
  • Replace the canopy while it’s still wet because getting some canopies back on can be tricky 0nce they’ve dried off.

Final Thoughts on Buying a Cheap Running/Jogging Stroller

You’ve learned how to choose a good but cheap all-terrain stroller for your baby. Now what? Head over to Amazon and get the best option your budget can accommodate. Whatever you choose, make sure it has a decent suspension system, large air-filled wheels, a retractable sun canopy, a well-padded seat and backrest, a 5-point harness, and a good braking mechanism.

Author: Esther Moni

I'm Esther Moni, a proud stay-at-home mom and a psychology graduate of the United States International University (USIU) . I hate it when anyone calls me a housewife, because what does housewife even mean? Being a mother of two babies and a pup, Bailey, as well as being Ricky's wife tires me to no end, but I still manage a smile at the end of it all. And when my boys aren't done doing mischief, I juggle writing a post on parenting or baby gear performance for this blog and running my little counselling office based out in Nairobi. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/esther.moni/">Visit my Facebook profile here</a>, and this is my <a href="https://ke.linkedin.com/in/esther-moni-3841b573/">LinkedIn profile</a>, and here's my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKcVb3NNDrURDH8C0KiAE1g/">nascent youtube channel.

Esther Moni

I'm Esther Moni, a proud stay-at-home mom and a psychology graduate of the United States International University (USIU) . I hate it when anyone calls me a housewife, because what does housewife even mean? Being a mother of two babies and a pup, Bailey, as well as being a wife tires me to no end, but I still manage a smile at the end of it all. And when my boys aren't done doing mischief, I juggle writing a post on parenting or baby gear performance for this blog and running my little counselling office based out in Nairobi. Visit my Facebook profile here, and this is my LinkedIn profile, and here's my nascent youtube channel.

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