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Best Stokke YOYO³ Alternatives: Cheaper, From Birth & Better Cabin Fit
By Alex’s parents, StrollerSelect editors · Published · How we research
The Stokke YOYO³ 6+ (formerly Babyzen YOYO) set the template for compact travel strollers: 13.7 lb, a one-hand fold, all-wheel suspension and a 22 lb basket. But it costs about $449, the 6+ configuration isn’t for newborns, and its 20.5 × 17.3 × 7.1 in fold fits the carry-on box of 2 of 5 airlines we track.
Here are the alternatives we’d consider, depending on what you want to improve.
| Stroller | Weight | Folded | Carry-on fit* | From birth? | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stokke YOYO³ 6+ | 13.7 lb | 20.5 × 17.3 × 7.1 in | 2 of 5 | 6+ mo | ~$449 |
| Inglesina Quid³ | 14 lb | 15.5 × 7.5 × 23 in | 5 of 5 | 6+ mo | ~$399 |
| CYBEX Libelle | 13.7 lb | 12.6 × 7.8 × 18.9 in | 5 of 5 | 6+ mo | ~$350 |
| MAMAZING Ultra Air | 11.6 lb | 10.6 × 17.5 × 20.7 in | 2 of 5 | 6+ mo | ~$270 |
| Joolz Aer² | 14.3 lb | 20.9 × 17.3 × 9.2 in | 2 of 5 | Yes | ~$549 |
| Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus | 16 lb | 17.6 × 9.6 × 21.8 in | 2 of 5 | Yes | ~$579 |
*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 the same basket with better cabin fit: Inglesina Quid³
The Inglesina Quid³ matches the YOYO³’s 22 lb basket and one-hand fold, weighs 14 lb, carries kids up to 55 lb, and fits the carry-on box of all 5 tracked airlines - for about $50 less. It has front-wheel rather than all-wheel suspension.
If you want a smaller fold for less: CYBEX Libelle
The CYBEX Libelle weighs the same 13.7 lb, folds to a smaller 12.6 × 7.8 × 18.9 in that fits all 5 tracked airlines, and costs about $350. You give up the one-hand fold, all-wheel suspension and half the basket.
If you want lighter and much cheaper: MAMAZING Ultra Air
The MAMAZING Ultra Air is 11.6 lb with all-wheel suspension, a one-hand fold and a 22 lb basket, for about $270. It fits 2 of 5 tracked airlines - the same as the YOYO³ - but isn’t car-seat compatible.
If you want use from birth in one stroller: Joolz Aer²
The Joolz Aer² works from birth with its included baby net - no separate newborn pack - reclines fully flat and folds one-handed at 14.3 lb. It costs about $549. See the full Aer² vs YOYO³ 6+ comparison.
If you want a fully flat seat from birth: Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus reclines fully flat and works from birth, with all-wheel suspension and a 17.6 lb basket. It weighs 16 lb, costs about $579 and fits the same 2 of 5 tracked airlines. See the full Butterfly 2 Plus vs YOYO³ 6+ comparison.
When to just buy the YOYO³ 6+
If your child is past 6 months and you want a proven, light stroller with a one-hand fold, all-wheel suspension and a huge basket - plus Stokke’s accessory ecosystem - the YOYO³ is still a benchmark. The CYBEX Coya shares its exact folded dimensions if you want a premium alternative.
Still undecided? Take the 6-question finder and get a shortlist matched to your trip, or browse the best travel strollers by need.