Best Jogging Strollers of 2025, According to a Gear Expert, Runner and Mom

Ask any running parent if they’ve heard of or owned a BOB stroller and the answer will likely be a resounding yes. BOBs are a longtime favorite of the running community thanks to their durability, incredible suspension system and a long list of convenient features. (“Smooth as a Cadillac,” said one parent in our Best Baby Products survey!) The Wayfinder, the brand’s newest addition, is a home run. While there are a few small drawbacks, the overall functionality, performance and profile make this stroller the best choice for frequent runners or for any parent who’s regularly traversing uneven terrain.

The Wayfinder features independent, dual suspension and air-filled tires, so no matter what type of terrain I tried (dirt path, sandy road, bumpy sidewalk), it provided a smooth ride all the time. It checks the boxes of must-have features I look for in a jogger: a swivel-locking front wheel, a hand brake, a wrist strap, an adjustable handlebar and a large cargo basket. The fabrics and finishes look and feel high-end, there’s a great canopy and the seat reclines all the way back. And it’s compatible with many popular infant car seats with the addition of adapters.

What pushes the Wayfinder to the front of the line in my eyes, though, is its slimmed-down profile. While not small by any means (it’s actually a few pounds heavier than some similar joggers), this jogging stroller is narrower and more compact all around than many of its competitors. And when you fold it (which is also easy to do, btw), it gets even smaller; the Wayfinder is only about 22 inches across when folded, making it a lot easier to store or get into your trunk than other similar joggers I’ve tried.

It’s worth noting that the narrower profile of this jogger did take a little getting used to at first. Since I was accustomed to a wider, longer jogging stroller, the Wayfinder felt a little “tall and skinny” to me, for lack of a better descriptor. I had to be more careful taking tighter turns as it felt like it was a bit less reactive than my previous jogger. However, once I got used to the stroller’s profile, this feeling went away, and I really enjoyed running with it.

The weight is also something to consider. Most joggers clock in around 25 pounds, but the Wayfinder is almost 32. Since this stroller primarily lived in my garage, this wasn’t a concern for me, but if you’re looking for something you’ll need to hoist in and out of your car on a regular basis, the Wayfinder may not be the best choice. “Many of the athletes I coach as well as friends have [a] BOB stroller, which also came highly recommended to me,” Goodman told me. “BOB is a workhorse and handles well on router terrain…[But] for us, the weight of the BOB was a reason to go with the Thule instead.”

And speaking of weight, BOB also advertises the Wayfinder’s higher weight limit of 75 pounds. But the jogger’s height limit is 44 inches so, much like an infant car seat, the odds are pretty high that your little one will grow out of it height-wise long before they ever come close to the stroller’s max weight capacity.

If you’re not sold on the Wayfinder and want to stick to one of the brand’s tried and true classics, check out the Revolution Flex 3.0.

Additional Specs

• Stroller Weight: 31.1 lbs

• Age Range: From birth with an infant car seat and adapter; up to 75 lbs or 44”. Use only with an infant car seat until child has sufficient head and neck control, approx 6 mos.

While BOB has dominated the jogging stroller market in the past, Thule is quickly becoming a newer favorite among both casual and more serious running parents. Goodman named the Urban Glide 2, the previous generation of this popular stroller, as her favorite. “I wanted something that was built for serious running as I knew I'd be logging many miles postpartum with my kiddo due to balancing running goals and the amount of childcare we have,” she explains. “It’s a smooth ride for my kiddo and easy for me to push.”

The brand’s newest release, the Urban Glide 3, builds on the features runners loved about the Gen 2. It’s an excellent running stroller. It’s also streamlined and nimble enough to navigate urban settings if need be. “It works in every situation,” one parent told us. “And is durable but sleek.”

The first thing I noticed about the third generation of this popular stroller is just how easy it is to push. Babylist parents agree, with one Best Baby Gear survey respondent saying, “It handles like a dream.” Weighing in at almost seven pounds less than the BOB Wayfinder, it’s a true pleasure to run with. It’s also easier to navigate in everyday life. “The lighter weight is helpful in lugging the stroller in and out of the car,” said Goodman. “It's much lighter than a BOB I tested [which I] found difficult to lift and to fit in my SUV trunk.”

The Urban Glide is longer front to back than the Wayfinder, making even tight turns a breeze. The large rear wheels and all-wheel suspension provided a smooth ride both on and off-road, and the handlebar twist break was easy to operate and control, even on steep downhills. “I live in a hilly area and while I try to avoid running on the hills with the stroller since that is so challenging, I utilize these added safety features when walking up and down Seattle's steep hills with the stroller,” says Goodman. There’s a locking front wheel, too.

Everything about this stroller screams high-end, including the beautiful fabrics, all-around ventilation panels, large, extendable canopy and one-handed recline. And speaking of reclines, a common complaint about older generations of the Urban Glide was that even the highest seat recline position still leaned babies back too far. Thule heard the feedback and updated the 3.0 with a much-improved (and much more upright) seat back position. Some parents still wish it was a bit more upright, but I haven’t had an issue; even my extra-curious toddler was comfortable riding in it while simultaneously taking in the scenery whizzing by.

The Urban Glide 3 is compatible with many top-rated infant car seats from major brands, and can also be paired with the Thule Bassinet. The one-handed fold takes a few tries to master but it’s then smooth sailing. Other notable features I liked include the multi-position canopy and the adjustable handlebar.

Something I didn’t love: the storage basket has a weatherproof covering, which is great if you run into some rain while you’re out jogging, but can be hard to get your diaper bag in and out of. I also found the self-standing fold to be tricky, and my (many) tries resulted in a fairly scraped-up handlebar.

If you’re comparison shopping, it’s also worth noting that I tested another jogging stroller in a similar price bracket as the Wayfinder and the Urban Glide 3, Baby Jogger’s Summit X3 Single Jogging Stroller. I mostly liked it; it was easy to push and steer and it performed well over varied terrain. But I didn’t like the awkward position of the handbrake at all, and I felt the suspension was lacking as compared to the BOB and Thule joggers. The seat is also on the shorter side; my tall two-year-old’s head was pretty close to touching the top of the stroller’s back. Some users also complain of issues with the front wheel, which I did not experience.

Additional Specs

• Stroller Weight: 26.2 lbs

• Age Range: From birth with an infant car seat and adapter; up to 50 lbs. Use only with an infant car seat until child has sufficient head and neck control, approx 6 mos.

Jogging strollers come at a hefty cost. If you don’t want to invest in something you’re unsure you’ll use often, or if you simply want to keep the cost down, the Baby Trend Expedition is a good choice. At under $200, it shares similar features with much more expensive joggers, like XL tires and a lockable front wheel, but at a much more budget-friendly price.

This jogger has a spacious storage basket, a feature I think is essential. Both child and parent trays are included, a nice perk for such an affordable jogger. And the seat reclines for naps on the go. It’s also compatible with certain Baby Trend infant car seats, so you can use it from day one if you’d like.

This jogging stroller is designed for occasional, casual jogs, not regular, serious running. And while it does handle well on smooth pavement and slightly uneven terrain, it’s not meant for hardcore off-roading as it lacks the shocks and the sling-style seat needed to absorb lots of bumping around. It also has a lower height maximum when compared to other jogging strollers.

Additional Specs

• Stroller Weight: 31.1 lbs

• Age Range: From birth with a Baby Trend car seat (does not accept other car seat brands); up to 50 lbs or 42”. Use only with an infant car seat until child has sufficient head and neck control, approx 6 mos.

When I had my second baby, I needed a new stroller. I knew I wanted to jog with him, but I also knew I’d be in and out of my car with my older child and didn’t want to deal with the hassle of wrangling a full-size, 30+ pound jogging stroller every time. Enter the perfect solution: the Guava Roam.

The Roam is the perfect hybrid, a mash-up of a traditional and a jogger-style stroller. “It’s truly the most durable, versatile, all-around stroller,” a Best Baby Products survey respondent told us. It combines everything you love about a jogging stroller—independent suspension, XL tires, a locking front swivel wheel—at 50% of the size of more traditional joggers. It’s just as easy to toss in your trunk as it is to take on a three-mile run. The fold is quick and effortless and it’s packed with other thoughtful features like an adjustable handlebar, near-flat recline, infant car seat add-on capability, ventilation and a peek-a-boo window.

“We SWEAR by the Guava Roam stroller,” said another parent. “It’s very durable and provides a jogging stroller option which is great (even if you don’t jog!!) with airless wheels. Very sturdy. But EASILY folds up and travels well. All other jogging strollers are very difficult to travel with. We love love love the Guava Roam.”

If I was someone who ran multiple miles a week, week in and week out, I’d have likely opted for a BOB or a Thule. But, I am most definitely not—so this stroller satisfied my needs perfectly. And while the canopy is big, it could be bigger to provide more shade and coverage. And there’s no hand brake.

Additional Specs

• Stroller Weight: 25 lbs

• Age Range: From birth with an infant car seat and adapter; up to 60 lbs. Use only with an infant car seat until child has sufficient head and neck control, approx 6 mos.

Finding a high-quality jogging stroller at an affordable price can be tricky. To hold up to hundreds of miles and handle all types of terrain, joggers require specific, high-end components and fabrics—and high-end often equals a high price. Chicco’s Activ3 jogger sits at a more palatable price point than our BOB and Thule picks, and, while it’s not my first choice for a runner who regularly runs long distances, it’s a solid mid-level option to consider if you don’t want to spend $500+ and if you want to limit decision fatigue by investing in a stroller and a car seat combo. (This listing is for the travel system version of the jogger, so it includes an infant car seat, but the stroller is available solo for $349.)

A few things stand out about this jogging stroller, including the adjustable suspension and the control console. If you’re using the jogger on uneven terrain, you can adjust the suspension on each back wheel to make the ride less bumpy on dirt or gravel. Suspension isn’t something you’ll find on most less expensive jogging strollers, so it’s a big plus here. There’s also something called a Control Console—two buttons located on each side of the handlebar that trigger the stroller’s parking break and the front wheel swivel. We love how easy they are to access.

This travel system pairs the jogger with the popular KeyFit30 infant car seat, one of my go-to car seat recs. Other features parents rave about are the height-adjustable handle, the seat angle (the Activ3 offers a more upright seat position than many other joggers) and the extendable canopy. The foam-filled tires aren’t quite as cushy as air-filled, but require less maintenance. The stroller’s cargo basket is small and the stroller is pretty bulky when folded unless you pop off the wheels each time.

Additional Specs

• Stroller Weight: 31.1 lbs

• Age Range: From birth with a Chicco KeyFit car seat (does not accept other brands); up to 50 lbs. Use only with an infant car seat until child has sufficient head and neck control, approx 6 mos.