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Joie Ginger DLX vs UPPAbaby Cruz V3: specs side by side

Joie Ginger DLX and UPPAbaby Cruz V3 compared (manufacturer specs, October 2026)
Spec	Joie Ginger DLX	UPPAbaby Cruz V3
Our rating	8.0 — Very good	9.1 — Exceptional
List price	$399.99	$899.99
Type	Full-size	Full-size
Weight	26.7 lb approximate, as listed by Joie via Babylist; BabyGearLab measured 24.9 lb	26.5 lb frame 17 lb + toddler seat 9.5 lb, per UPPAbaby
Folded (L×W×H)	31.7×24.5×21 in	17×22.5×32.5 in
Open (L×W×H)	37.3×24.5×46.7 in	37.5×22.5×41.8 in
Max child weight	50 lb	50 lb
Basket	11 lb	30 lb
From birth	Yes, in the built-in lie-flat pramette mode, or with a Joie infant car seat on the included adapters	Yes, the reversible seat reclines flat with the included infant insert; a bassinet is sold separately
Recline	Lie-flat recline with strap and lever adjustment; 3 seat heights; 2-position leg rest	4 positions, reclines nearly flat, reversible seat
Fold	One-hand fold possible but often two hands, self-standing	One-step fold, stands when folded; BabyGearLab says it takes two hands
Wheels	PunctureProof foam-filled rubber tires, all-wheel suspension, 8 in front and 10 in rear, lockable front wheels	Never-flat tires with FlexRide suspension and optional front wheel lock
Car seats	Joie infant car seats on included adapters, such as the Rue and Mint Latch	UPPAbaby Mesa and Aria attach directly; Nuna, Cybex, Maxi-Cosi, Chicco and Clek seats with adapters
Two children	4-in-1 seating: pramette, parent-facing seat, forward-facing seat; not convertible to a double	Single stroller only; BabyGearLab points families with more children to the Vista V3
Travel	Not airline carry-on size	Not airline carry-on size

Which is lighter, smaller and cheaper?

Weight: The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the lighter, at 26.5 lb, against 26.7 lb for the Joie Ginger DLX.
Folded size: The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the smaller when folded, at 17×22.5×32.5 in (7.2 cu ft), against 31.7×24.5×21 in (9.4 cu ft) for the Joie Ginger DLX.
Price: The Joie Ginger DLX is the less expensive, at $399.99, against $899.99 for the UPPAbaby Cruz V3.
Seat limit: Both come out the same, at 50 lb.
Basket: The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the stroller with the bigger basket, at 30 lb, against 11 lb for the Joie Ginger DLX.

How do their scores compare?

The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the higher rated, at 9.1/10, against 8.0/10 for the Joie Ginger DLX. We rate every stroller on the same six weighted criteria. How we rate.

Scores out of 10 on each criterion
Spec	Joie Ginger DLX	UPPAbaby Cruz V3
Maneuverability 20%	8.0	9.2
Fold & portability 20%	7.3	8.3
Comfort & safety 20%	8.3	9.2
Storage & practicality 15%	7.7	9.6
Build & durability 15%	8.0	9.3
Value 10%	8.9	9.1
Overall	8.0	9.1

Choose the Joie Ginger DLX if…

The Joie Ginger DLX is worth it if you want a full-size stroller under $400 that works with an infant car seat. It lists at $399.99 and has a lie-flat mode from birth, all-wheel suspension and a 50 lb limit. It is heavy at about 26.7 lb and folds large, with an 11 lb basket.

Budget buyers who want full-size features
Newborns in lie-flat pramette mode
Families using a Joie infant car seat

Skip it if: You need a light, compact fold; you need a big basket for shopping; you want to add a second seat later.

Read our full Joie Ginger DLX review

Choose the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 if…

The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is worth it if you want a premium full-size stroller for one child. UPPAbaby lists it at $899.99 and 26.5 lb with the seat. It reclines flat from birth, holds a 30 lb basket and took BabyGearLab's top full-size spot. It is not a jogger, and it is not small when folded.

First-time parents with one child and a car
Families who want a roomy basket and a big canopy
Parents who want a narrow full-size stroller for tight doorways

Skip it if: You plan a second child close together; you want to jog or go on rough trails; you need a stroller light enough to carry or fly with.

Read our full UPPAbaby Cruz V3 review

Joie Ginger DLX vs UPPAbaby Cruz V3 FAQ

Which is lighter, the Joie Ginger DLX or UPPAbaby Cruz V3?

The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the lighter, at 26.5 lb, against 26.7 lb for the Joie Ginger DLX. Weights are each maker's published figure for the frame with its main seat. A lighter stroller is easier to lift into a car or carry up stairs, which matters most if you do it every day.

Which costs less, the Joie Ginger DLX or UPPAbaby Cruz V3?

The Joie Ginger DLX is the less expensive, at $399.99, against $899.99 for the UPPAbaby Cruz V3. These are US list prices from each maker in October 2026. Retail prices change often, so check before you buy, and add the cost of any accessories you need, such as a bassinet or car seat adapters.

Which folds smaller, the Joie Ginger DLX or UPPAbaby Cruz V3?

The UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the smaller when folded, at 17×22.5×32.5 in (7.2 cu ft), against 31.7×24.5×21 in (9.4 cu ft) for the Joie Ginger DLX. Folded sizes are each maker's figures, length by width by height. Measure your trunk or closet and compare, trying the stroller flat and on its side.

Which has the higher seat limit, the Joie Ginger DLX or UPPAbaby Cruz V3?

Both come out the same, at 50 lb. The seat limit decides how long your child can ride. Most children stop using a stroller well before they reach 50 lb, so any of these can last through the toddler years.

Joie Ginger DLX vs UPPAbaby Cruz V3