STROLLER COMPARISON
Nuna TRVL lx vs Joolz Aer²
By Alex’s parents, StrollerSelect editors · Updated · How we research
Nuna’s TRVL lx and the Joolz Aer² both chase an easy, near-effortless fold at the premium end of the market. Here’s how they differ where it counts.
| Specification | Nuna TRVL lx | Joolz Aer² |
|---|---|---|
| Photo |  |  |
| Price | ~$600 | ~$549 |
| Stroller weight | 17 lb | 14.3 lb |
| Folded size | 14.3 × 21 × 27 in | 20.9 × 17.3 × 9.2 in |
| Seat suitability | From birth · up to 50 lb | From birth · up to 50 lb |
| Recline | Near-flat recline / carriage mode | Full-flat recline |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Suspension | all | all |
| Basket limit | 10 lb | 17.6 lb |
| Shop Now | Nuna TRVL lx | Joolz Aer² |
Fold and portability
The TRVL lx folds to 14.3 × 21 × 27 in and fits the carry-on box of 0 of the 5 airlines we track. The Aer² folds to 20.9 × 17.3 × 9.2 in and fits 2 of 5. The Aer² is the lighter of the two at 14.3 lb, against 17 lb for the TRVL lx. See each airline’s stroller policy for the fine print.
Comfort and ride
For naps and rough ground, the TRVL lx offers near-flat recline / carriage mode, all-wheel suspension and a 10 lb basket, while the Aer² offers full-flat recline, all-wheel suspension and a 17.6 lb basket.
Newborn use
Use carriage mode for newborns as instructed in the manual. Current US listing includes a baby net for newborn use. Use the required newborn configuration; older versions may differ.
Price
The TRVL lx is the pricier of the two at around $600, against around $549 for the Aer², a gap of roughly $51.
Which one should you buy?
Choose the Nuna TRVL lx if you use a Nuna PIPA infant car seat - it attaches without adapters - and want carriage mode for a newborn.
Choose the Joolz Aer² if you want the lighter stroller at a lower price, with a full-flat recline and a bigger basket.
Shop Now: TRVL lx Shop Now: Aer²
Reviewed 2026-09-11. Specs from each brand’s current US listing - see the full Nuna TRVL lx review and Joolz Aer² review.
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