STROLLER COMPARISON
Joolz Aer² vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
By Alex’s parents, StrollerSelect editors · Updated · How we research
Two premium from-birth travel strollers with full-flat recline and all-wheel suspension. The real differences are weight, fold shape and price.
| Specification | Joolz Aer² | Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Photo |  |  |
| Price | ~$549 | ~$579 |
| Stroller weight | 14.3 lb | 16 lb |
| Folded size | 20.9 × 17.3 × 9.2 in | 17.6 × 9.6 × 21.8 in |
| Seat suitability | From birth · up to 50 lb | From birth · up to 50 lb |
| Recline | Full-flat recline | Fully flat recline to fully upright |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Suspension | all | all |
| Basket limit | 17.6 lb | 17.6 lb |
| Shop Now | Joolz Aer² | Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus |
Fold and portability
The Aer² folds to 20.9 × 17.3 × 9.2 in and fits the carry-on box of 2 of the 5 airlines we track. The Butterfly 2 Plus folds to 17.6 × 9.6 × 21.8 in and fits 2 of 5. The Aer² is the lighter of the two at 14.3 lb, against 16 lb for the Butterfly 2 Plus. See each airline’s stroller policy for the fine print.
Comfort and ride
For naps and rough ground, the Aer² offers full-flat recline, all-wheel suspension and a 17.6 lb basket, while the Butterfly 2 Plus offers fully flat recline to fully upright, all-wheel suspension and a 17.6 lb basket.
Newborn use
Current US listing includes a baby net for newborn use. Use the required newborn configuration; older versions may differ. From-birth use with the fully reclining seat and built-in newborn foot cover; no separate accessory required.
Price
The Butterfly 2 Plus is the pricier of the two at around $579, against around $549 for the Aer², a gap of roughly $30.
Which one should you buy?
Choose the Joolz Aer² if you want the lighter stroller, a one-hand fold that stands on its own and an included baby net for newborns, and you’re happy to gate-check when a bin is tight.
Choose the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus if you prefer Bugaboo’s fully reclining seat with its built-in newborn foot cover, and don’t mind 1.7 lb of extra weight and a slightly higher price.
Shop Now: Aer² Shop Now: Butterfly 2 Plus
Reviewed 2026-09-11. Specs from each brand’s current US listing - see the full Joolz Aer² review and Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus review.
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