The stroller is probably one of the most important items you’ll buy when it comes to baby gear. I loved stroller shopping for my babies but figuring out which one and what to look for can be tough! Here’s the lowdown on all the features of the UppaBaby Vista, an all-around great stroller choice. Don’t get me wrong, it’s expensive, but moms rave about features like the reversible seat, expansive sun canopy and generous storage. Watch for my complete demo and review.
2012 UppaBaby Vista Stroller available at:
- Amazon.com: $699
- Buy Buy Baby (where it’s available exclusively in a fun, bright pink color): $699.99
- Albee Baby: $699.99
And you can sometimes score deals on eBay, just make sure you’re buying from a trusted seller.
Specs:
- Stroller and seat weigh 25.5 lbs.
- Suitable from birth to 6 months with bassinet top; 3 months to 50 lbs. with toddler seat
Includes:
- Rain cover
- Mosquito cover
- Bassinet top for a newborn
Sold Separately:
- Cup holder: $22.35
- Snack tray: $30.03
- Car seat adapter (Maxi-Cosi, Graco, Chicco, Peg Perego): Prices vary
Hi,
Am having my 3rd baby hopefully by March 2013. Not sure which stroller to get. I love the UPPA Baby vista Stroller. But i want to get it with the Mesa car seat so i don’t have to buy an apter for the car seat. but that comes out in spring 2013 . What do you think of the Maxi Cosi Prezi Infant Car Seat? do think its the same or better then the uppababy car seat? is there any new colors for uppababy vista stroller for 2013. which stroller you think is best to get? thanks.
I purchased an UPPAbaby stroller after my first son was born in 2008. I did a lot of research, loved that it had both a pram and upright feature, loved that it seemed ideal for our outdoor lifestyle. But over the last 5 years, we have experienced a series of extremely unsafe malfunctions with this product. The brakes broke, a shoulder strap came loose, and after we got a replacement frame, it quickly proceeded to not lock, making it hazardous to stroll the baby. It is also impossible to wash the seat, and over the years you can imagine it would be nice to wash it- the cover doesn’t come off, and even a dry cleaner told me it would be impossible to clean it. I would also add that it is difficult to break down and does not easily turn. My biggest issue- aside from the multiple safety issues!- is that after paying $650 for this product, after 1 year elapsed and their warranty ended, the safety issues started occurring, and UPPAbaby insisted I pay for each repair. $100 for a new seat, $135 for a replacement for the replacement frame and new wheels it required! I put up such a stink this was their discounted rate, so standard protocol would have been to have me pay twice that. Am I crazy or should paying $650 for a stroller mean you are entitled to a safe, reliable product without having to pay when it breaks and becomes unsafe? I would encourage every family to pursue another option. At this price it’s my opinion that this stroller should be safe and last you through more than one kid, and that customer service should be helpful an apologetic when your child’s safety is compromised. Instead I was quizzed on how we had used the product and then given a pricetag for the repair I needed. So after sinking now $750 into this stroller and having another issue crop up that would cost an additional $135, I have decided to abandon the UPPAbaby ship and put my money toward another product. I researched this product like crazy and truly thought it was the best of the best. Expensive, but worth it. I could not have been more mistaken. Do yourself and your family a favor, go with another stroller. I never write reviews but took the time to do this in hopes of saving you and your family some grief!
Hi and thanks so much for sharing your experience. This is exactly what CloudMom is for! I’m so sorry that you have had troubles with your Vista. It’s interesting because I chose to feature this stroller in part because my colleague has had such a marvelous experience with her Vista and with UppaBaby. Really the polar opposite in terms of both the stroller which she says has held up really well, and with the customer support.
I hope you have a better time with the new stroller…let me know what you chose! And thanks again for commenting.