Comparison · October 2026
Stokke YOYO3 vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus vs Nuna TRVL
Short answer: All three are excellent travel strollers. The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus is our pick for its fully flat recline and 17.6 lb basket. The Stokke YOYO3 has the smallest fold (20.5×17.3×7.1 in). The Nuna TRVL is the lightest at 13.6 lb, folds itself with one button and takes Nuna PIPA car seats with no adapters.
Stokke YOYO3 vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus vs Nuna TRVL: specs side by side
| Spec | Stokke YOYO3 | Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus | Nuna TRVL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 8.6 — Excellent | 8.7 — Excellent | 8.4 — Very good |
| List price | $499 | $579 | $575 |
| Type | Travel | Travel | Travel |
| Weight | 13.7 lb 6+ stroller with seat; Stokke's US page lists about 6.2 kg (13.7 lb), retailers list 13.6 to 14.8 lb | 16 lb fully assembled, per Bugaboo's US page; Strolleria lists 16.7 lb | 13.6 lb Nuna's figure, without canopy and arm bar (they add about 1 lb); BabyGearLab weighed the complete stroller at 15.6 lb |
| Folded (L×W×H) | 20.5×17.3×7.1 in | 9.6×17.6×21.8 in | 24×20.3×11 in |
| Open (L×W×H) | 33.8×17.3×41.7 in | 37.2×17.6×40.5 in | 32.5×20.3×44 in |
| Max child weight | 48.5 lb | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| Basket | 22 lb | 17.6 lb | 10 lb |
| From birth | Yes, with the newborn pack (sold as a bundle), for babies up to 19.8 lb (9 kg), or with a car seat on adapters | Yes, fully flat recline with a newborn foot cover; Bugaboo recommends a car seat for newborn comfort | Rated from birth; Nuna says to use a PIPA series car seat until baby sits up unaided (usually around 6 months) |
| Recline | Multi-position reclining backrest (does not recline fully flat, per one reviewer) | Fully upright to fully flat, padded headrest extension | One-hand, multi-position recline with adjustable calf support |
| Fold | Folds in a few steps with two hands, seat folds with the frame, stands when folded | One-second, one-hand fold | Self-folds with a button on the push bar, one hand, stands when folded |
| Wheels | 4-wheel suspension (Hytrel elastomer) with Soft Drive system, reflective wheels | Front 5.5 in, rear 6 in, with suspension | Progressive front and rear suspension, front swivel wheels with locks, quick-release wheels (EVA foam) |
| Car seats | Adapters (sold separately) for Nuna Pipa Lite and Pipa Urbn, Cybex Aton and Cloud Z, Maxi-Cosi Mico and others | Bugaboo Turtle Air by Nuna and other infant car seats, adapters sold separately | Nuna PIPA series clicks on directly, no adapters |
| Two children | YOYO connect clips a second YOYO behind the first for twins or close-in-age siblings; ride-on board option | Single stroller only; no second-seat option | No, single seat only (Nuna sells the TRVL dubl side-by-side separately) |
| Travel | Folded cabin baggage dimensions per Stokke; airline rules vary, so check your carrier | Folded size meets IATA carry-on dimensions; Bugaboo advises checking with your airline | Not carry-on size per BabyGearLab; Nuna says gate-check it in the included carry bag, and it may fit an overhead bin on some airlines |
Which is lighter, smaller and cheaper?
- Weight: The Nuna TRVL is the lightest, at 13.6 lb, against 13.7 lb for the Stokke YOYO3 and 16 lb for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus.
- Folded size: The Stokke YOYO3 is the smallest when folded, at 20.5×17.3×7.1 in (1.5 cu ft), against 9.6×17.6×21.8 in (2.1 cu ft) for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus and 24×20.3×11 in (3.1 cu ft) for the Nuna TRVL.
- Price: The Stokke YOYO3 is the least expensive, at $499, against $575 for the Nuna TRVL and $579 for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus.
- Seat limit: The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus and Nuna TRVL tie as the strollers with the highest seat limit, at 50 lb, against 48.5 lb for the Stokke YOYO3.
- Basket: The Stokke YOYO3 is the stroller with the biggest basket, at 22 lb, against 17.6 lb for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus and 10 lb for the Nuna TRVL.
How do their scores compare?
The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus is the highest rated, at 8.7/10, against 8.6/10 for the Stokke YOYO3 and 8.4/10 for the Nuna TRVL. We rate every stroller on the same six weighted criteria. How we rate.
| Spec | Stokke YOYO3 | Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus | Nuna TRVL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maneuverability 20% | 8.7 | 8.3 | 8.9 |
| Fold & portability 20% | 9.5 | 9.7 | 9.1 |
| Comfort & safety 20% | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.1 |
| Storage & practicality 15% | 8.3 | 8.1 | 7.6 |
| Build & durability 15% | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| Value 10% | 8.2 | 8.8 | 7.7 |
| Overall | 8.6 | 8.7 | 8.4 |
Choose the Stokke YOYO3 if…
The Stokke YOYO3 is a strong pick if you travel or live in a small space. Stokke lists the 6+ stroller at $499 and about 13.7 lb, and it folds to cabin baggage dimensions. The trade-offs are a two-hand fold and an extra newborn pack if you want to use it from birth.
- Frequent flyers and train commuters
- Small apartments with little storage
- Toddlers from 6 months who need an everyday second stroller
Skip it if: You want one stroller for newborn to toddler at the lowest price; you walk mostly on gravel, grass or rough paths; you want a one-hand fold.
Read our full Stokke YOYO3 review
Choose the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus if…
The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus is worth it if you travel often and want a light, compact stroller. Bugaboo lists it at $579 and 16 lb, with a one-second fold, a fully flat recline and a carry-on-size package. Small wheels and a 17.6 lb basket suit sidewalks and airports better than long walks.
- Frequent flyers who want a stroller they can take into the cabin
- City families with small apartments and little storage
- Parents who want a light second stroller or a main stroller for one older baby
Skip it if: You want one stroller for rough paths, grass and gravel; you need a big basket for a full diaper bag; you want a bassinet or a second-seat option.
Read our full Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus review
Choose the Nuna TRVL if…
The Nuna TRVL is a good choice if you want a light stroller that folds itself with one button and clicks onto Nuna PIPA car seats without adapters. Nuna lists it at 13.6 lb. It costs $575, though, and the basket holds only 10 lb, so it suits families who value easy folding over big storage.
- Families with a Nuna PIPA car seat
- City errands and frequent flights
- Parents who want a one-hand, self-standing fold
Skip it if: You use a non-Nuna infant car seat; you need a big shopping basket; you want to spend under $400.
Read our full Nuna TRVL review
Stokke YOYO3 vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus vs Nuna TRVL FAQ
Which is the lightest, the Stokke YOYO3, Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus or Nuna TRVL?
The Nuna TRVL is the lightest, at 13.6 lb, against 13.7 lb for the Stokke YOYO3 and 16 lb for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus. 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 the least, the Stokke YOYO3, Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus or Nuna TRVL?
The Stokke YOYO3 is the least expensive, at $499, against $575 for the Nuna TRVL and $579 for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus. 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 smallest, the Stokke YOYO3, Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus or Nuna TRVL?
The Stokke YOYO3 is the smallest when folded, at 20.5×17.3×7.1 in (1.5 cu ft), against 9.6×17.6×21.8 in (2.1 cu ft) for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus and 24×20.3×11 in (3.1 cu ft) for the Nuna TRVL. 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 highest seat limit, the Stokke YOYO3, Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus or Nuna TRVL?
The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus and Nuna TRVL tie as the strollers with the highest seat limit, at 50 lb, against 48.5 lb for the Stokke YOYO3. 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.