Thule Urban Glide 3 vs City Mini GT3

Thule Urban Glide 3 vs Baby Jogger City Mini GT3: specs side by side

Thule Urban Glide 3 and Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 compared (manufacturer specs, October 2026)
Spec	Thule Urban Glide 3	Baby Jogger City Mini GT3
Our rating	8.6 — Excellent	8.2 — Very good
List price	$799.95	$479.99
Type	All-terrain	All-terrain
Weight	26.2 lb Thule's figure for the stroller with seat; BabyGearLab measured the same 26.2 lb	21.6 lb stroller weight as listed by Baby Jogger; Babylist lists 27.7 lb, which may include packaging or accessories
Folded (L×W×H)	34.6×22.8×12.2 in	31.5×25×10.2 in
Open (L×W×H)	—	37.4×23.6×40.9 in
Max child weight	49 lb	65 lb
Basket	15 lb	10 lb
From birth	Yes, with the Thule bassinet ($299.95) or an infant car seat adapter, both sold separately	Baby Jogger lists birth to 65 lb with a near-flat recline and an included car seat adapter; it does not clearly describe newborn use without an infant seat
Recline	Adjustable recline with built-in legrest; reclines flat enough for napping per BabyGearLab	Vented seat with near-flat recline by pulling a tab, plus adjustable calf support
Fold	One-hand compact fold with auto-lock; Thule lists a self-stand feature, BabyGearLab says it does not stand on its own	One-hand fold done in the seat, self-standing, auto-lock
Wheels	Large 16 in air-filled tires, lockable swivel front wheel, twist hand brake	Forever air rubber tires with all-wheel suspension
Car seats	Maxi-Cosi adapter ($69.95) or universal/Chicco adapter ($79.95), sold separately	Adapters included for Baby Jogger and Graco Click Connect infant seats; adapters for most Nuna infant seats sold separately
Two children	Single seat; Thule makes a separate Urban Glide 3 double	Single seat; optional glider board lets an older child stand behind (sold separately)
Travel	Not carry-on size; folded size 34.6 x 22.8 x 12.2 in	Meets Disney size requirements per Baby Jogger; not carry-on size

Which is lighter, smaller and cheaper?

Weight: The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the lighter, at 21.6 lb, against 26.2 lb for the Thule Urban Glide 3.
Folded size: The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the smaller when folded, at 31.5×25×10.2 in (4.6 cu ft), against 34.6×22.8×12.2 in (5.6 cu ft) for the Thule Urban Glide 3.
Price: The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the less expensive, at $479.99, against $799.95 for the Thule Urban Glide 3.
Seat limit: The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the stroller with the higher seat limit, at 65 lb, against 49 lb for the Thule Urban Glide 3.
Basket: The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the stroller with the bigger basket, at 15 lb, against 10 lb for the Baby Jogger City Mini GT3.

How do their scores compare?

The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the higher rated, at 8.6/10, against 8.2/10 for the Baby Jogger City Mini GT3. We rate every stroller on the same six weighted criteria. How we rate.

Scores out of 10 on each criterion
Spec	Thule Urban Glide 3	Baby Jogger City Mini GT3
Maneuverability 20%	9.4	8.0
Fold & portability 20%	8.0	9.1
Comfort & safety 20%	8.2	8.2
Storage & practicality 15%	8.6	7.5
Build & durability 15%	9.3	8.0
Value 10%	8.0	8.2
Overall	8.6	8.2

Choose the Thule Urban Glide 3 if…

The Thule Urban Glide 3 is a well-built all-terrain stroller with big 16-inch air tires that handles both city streets and rougher paths. It weighs 26.2 lb, holds a 15 lb basket and costs $799.95. It is not Thule's running model, though, and newborns need a separate bassinet or car seat adapter.

Daily walks on mixed ground like paths and parks
Parents who want a 15 lb basket and a big canopy
Families who want a sturdy stroller to last through toddlerhood

Skip it if: You need a light stroller to lift often (it weighs 26.2 lb); you want a stroller made for running; you need to use it from birth without buying extras.

Read our full Thule Urban Glide 3 review

Choose the Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 if…

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the current version of Baby Jogger's best-known everyday stroller. It lists at $479.99, weighs 21.6 lb, takes children up to 65 lb and folds with one hand into a self-standing package. It suits families wanting an easy-fold, mid-priced stroller, though the basket holds only 10 lb.

Families who want a one-hand, self-standing fold
Parents who want an included car seat adapter
Everyday city and park walks on a mid-range budget

Skip it if: You need a large basket; you plan to jog or run with it; you want a stroller you can carry on a plane.

Read our full Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 review

Thule Urban Glide 3 vs Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 FAQ

Which is lighter, the Thule Urban Glide 3 or Baby Jogger City Mini GT3?

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the lighter, at 21.6 lb, against 26.2 lb for the Thule Urban Glide 3. 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 Thule Urban Glide 3 or Baby Jogger City Mini GT3?

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the less expensive, at $479.99, against $799.95 for the Thule Urban Glide 3. 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 Thule Urban Glide 3 or Baby Jogger City Mini GT3?

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the smaller when folded, at 31.5×25×10.2 in (4.6 cu ft), against 34.6×22.8×12.2 in (5.6 cu ft) for the Thule Urban Glide 3. 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 Thule Urban Glide 3 or Baby Jogger City Mini GT3?

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT3 is the stroller with the higher seat limit, at 65 lb, against 49 lb for the Thule Urban Glide 3. 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.

Thule Urban Glide 3 vs Baby Jogger City Mini GT3