The Maclaren Volo stroller is an ultra-light, umbrella stroller that’s built to last – I know, I’ve owned one for several years. I went through numerous inexpensive umbrella strollers before I stumbled upon the Volo stroller. Other strollers use cheap frame material, cheap bolts, cheap seating material and they use cheap plastic. This is not the case with the Volo stroller, in fact this stroller from Maclaren is the exact opposite – Maclaren uses top-notch materials throughout their strollers. Maclaren has somehow figured out how to build ultra-light strollers without sacrificing quality.
A bit about the manufacturer Maclaren… Maclaren strollers are built in England, they have been building strollers for over 40 years. The founder, Owen Maclaren, actually invented the first lightweight umbrella stroller. Prior to building strollers, being an aeronautical engineer, Mr. Maclaren designed the under-carriages for high performance aircraft… no wonder Maclaren builds such great strollers.
Key Features
The Volo stroller is a dream to fold & carry, store, or transport. The fold process takes seconds and can be accomplished easily with one hand. I kick a lever on the frame with my foot and I pull up on the carry strap. The Volo stroller automatically closes in a locked, ready to carry, position. Since I have the carry strap in hand I continue to lift the stroller… the carry strap gets draped over my shoulder and off we go. The stroller unfold process is just as easy to accomplish.
Earlier I mentioned the quality of the materials that Maclaren uses to build their strollers – let me elaborate. I’m not an expert when it comes to materials, I can’t tell the difference between nylon, rayon, or rip stop materials., but I can tell you that the material that Maclaren uses on their stroller canopies and seats looks great, reviewers say that they like the “vibrant colors”, and the material looks and feels quite durable. I’ve owned my Volo stroller for over 4 years and the seat & canopy look brand new.
Maclaren also uses amazingly lightweight aluminum tubing for the stroller’s frame and this tubing is very strong. When combined with a great construction process… Maclaren builds strollers that last for years.
The Volo stroller is Maclaren’s lightest stroller – it weighs less than 9 pounds. One would think, however, given that it’s such a lightweight stroller, that you’d have to be careful not to over-load it. Most strollers’ maximum carrying capacity is 40 pounds – this is true for both umbrella strollers and standard strollers alike. The Volo, however, can carry up to 55 pounds!
It should come as no surprise that a lightweight & sturdy umbrella stroller has great maneuverability. You can push the Volo stroller with one hand and you can literally turn it on a dime. The wheels can swivel that gives your great maneuverability and the wheels can be locked straight – which is ideal when strolling over uneven surfaces such as gravel. The Volo stroller also comes standard with foot actuated brakes for safe parking,
Additional Features
- Height adjustable 5 point safety harness
- Breathable mesh seat
- Removable washable seat cover
- Stroller folds into compact form factor
- All aluminum frame
- Frame in Silver or Black depending on color with matching components
- Mesh shopping basket
- Carry strap or handle for easy portability
- Lockable, front swivel wheels
- Foot-operated linked parking brakes
- Ergonomically designed padded handles
- Water resistant canopy with storage pocket
- Rain cover
- Sovereign Lifetime Warranty™
- Maclaren Recycling Program†
Optional Features
- Maclaren strollers are available in a variety of vibrant colors
- Packaway Footmuff
- Reversible seat liners
- Comfort Packs (head rest and shoulder pads)
- Mosquito net
- Sun Parasol
- Organizer / stroller bag
Dimensions & Construction
- Suitable for children from 3 months to 55 lbs.
- Stroller weight: 9 lbs.
- Wheel size: 4.5”
√ Pros
- lightweight
- extremely maneuverable
- easily fold, carry, store and transport
- High quality materials and construction
X Cons
- small basket
- plastic wheels
Recommendation
Given the quality of the stroller materials, the superior construction, the fantastic maneuverability and the ultra lightweight form factor, The Stroller Shop highly recommends the Volo stroller for travel, day trips, errands and everyday use. You can’t go wrong with this stroller.
