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Best Ergobaby Metro 3 Alternatives: Lighter & Smaller-Folding
By Alex’s parents, StrollerSelect editors · Published · How we research
The Ergobaby Metro 3 is a comfortable, from-birth travel stroller with a Newborn Nest, near-flat recline, all-wheel suspension and a 22 lb basket, for about $399. The catch is weight: 17.1 lb before accessories, with a 22 × 17.3 × 9.1 in fold.
Here are the alternatives we’d consider, depending on what you want to improve.
| Stroller | Weight | Folded | Carry-on fit* | From birth? | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ergobaby Metro 3 | 17.1 lb | 22 × 17.3 × 9.1 in | 2 of 5 | Yes | ~$399 |
| Joolz Aer² | 14.3 lb | 20.9 × 17.3 × 9.2 in | 2 of 5 | Yes | ~$549 |
| Silver Cross Clic | 13.9 lb | 21 × 18 × 9 in | 1 of 5 | Yes | ~$400 |
| UPPAbaby Minu V3 | 16.7 lb | 10 × 18 × 21.5 in | 1 of 5 | Yes | ~$500 |
| Mompush Nexis | 11.5 lb | 18.1 × 7.9 × 19.1 in | 0 of 5 | Yes | ~$200 |
| Bombi Gear Bēbee V3 | 17.5 lb | 23.8 × 19.8 × 10 in | 0 of 5 | Yes | ~$225 |
*Number of tracked airlines (United, Delta, American, Southwest, Air Canada) whose published carry-on box the folded stroller fits. Plenty of parents report fitting larger strollers in the actual overhead bin - but the airline can still require gate-checking if there isn’t room.
If you want nearly 3 lb lighter: Joolz Aer²
The Joolz Aer² weighs 14.3 lb, reclines fully flat, includes a baby net for newborns and still carries 17.6 lb in the basket. It costs more at about $549. See the full Metro 3 vs Aer² comparison.
If you want lighter at the same price: Silver Cross Clic
At about $400, the Silver Cross Clic matches the Metro 3’s price while saving over 3 lb (13.9 lb). It reclines to full lie-flat from birth and carries kids up to 55 lb. The basket is half the size (11 lb) and suspension isn’t published.
If you want carriage mode and a big basket: UPPAbaby Minu V3
The UPPAbaby Minu V3 has a 20 lb basket, carriage mode for newborns and all-wheel suspension at 16.7 lb. It costs about $500. See the full Minu V3 vs Metro 3 comparison.
If you want the budget pick: Mompush Nexis
The Mompush Nexis keeps from-birth use, a near-flat recline and all-wheel suspension, weighs 11.5 lb - 5.6 lb less - and costs about $200. Its basket is 13.2 lb.
If you want a higher weight limit for less: Bombi Gear Bēbee V3
For bigger kids, the Bombi Gear Bēbee V3 is rated to 55 lb, works from birth and has all-wheel suspension for about $225. It weighs a similar 17.5 lb and folds larger (23.8 × 19.8 × 10 in), so it’s a gate-check stroller.
When to just buy the Metro 3
If basket space, a comfortable from-birth seat and all-wheel suspension matter more than the last few pounds, the Metro 3 is a great-value travel stroller - especially for theme parks and long walking days.
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