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Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Review: A Light Travel Stroller for Less?
Short answer: The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 is worth it if you want a light, low-cost travel stroller with a big basket. Baby Jogger lists the Eco version at $349.99 and 14.5 lb, with a 15 lb basket, a near-flat recline and a carry bag. Reviewers found the fold small but prone to opening by accident.
Our verdict
8.3out of 10
Very good
Best for
- Families who fly or road-trip a few times a year
- A second, lighter stroller for errands and the car
- Parents who want a big basket on a small stroller
Skip if
- You need a guaranteed overhead-bin fit
- You walk on grass, gravel or cobbles every day
- You want a bassinet-style ride for a newborn
Pros
- 14.5 lb per Baby Jogger, with a carry bag included
- 15 lb basket, among the best of the travel strollers BabyGearLab tested
- Near-flat recline, belly bar and no-rethread harness
- Folds to about 23.1 x 19.4 x 8.1 in, per BabyGearLab
Cons
- BabyGearLab found the fold sometimes opened by accident
- Small wheels with no listed suspension, best on smooth ground
- Not carry-on compatible per BabyGearLab; Baby Jogger makes no claim
$349.99List price, October 2026
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The City Tour 2 is a sensible travel stroller for the price. At $349.99 and 14.5 lb, it folds to about 23.1 x 19.4 x 8.1 in by BabyGearLab's measure, holds a 15 lb basket and seats children to 45 lb. It includes a carry bag and belly bar. BabyGearLab ranked it sixth of twelve travel strollers, praising the rigid frame and leg rest, but the fold sometimes popped open. Small wheels and no listed suspension keep it to smooth ground, so it suits trips and errands.
Who is the Baby Jogger City Tour 2 for?
The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 is for parents who want a light second stroller for trips, the car trunk and quick errands. Baby Jogger lists the City Tour 2 Eco, the version it now sells in the US, at $349.99 and 14.5 lb. It is rated from birth to 45 lb, and a newborn rides in a Baby Jogger infant car seat on adapters sold separately. It comes with a carry bag and a removable belly bar. BabyGearLab ranked it sixth of twelve travel strollers, with a score of 71, and called it an impressive mid-range travel stroller. If you need a stroller that goes in the overhead bin, or one that handles rough ground every day, look elsewhere. For trips and errands, it covers the basics well.
How does the City Tour 2 ride and steer?
Baby Jogger lists lightweight, durable tires and locking front swivel wheels on the City Tour 2, and calls it easy to maneuver. It lists no suspension. BabyGearLab rated its maneuverability as neither impressive nor disappointing. The rigid frame rolled smoothly on flat surfaces, and the reviewers liked the handle grip, but the small wheels limit it off pavement. That is normal for a travel stroller at this weight. Airport floors, malls, hotel lobbies and smooth sidewalks are its home. On gravel, grass or cobblestones, expect to push harder or lift the front wheels over bumps. If most of your walks are on rough ground, an all-terrain stroller with bigger wheels will feel much easier.
- Maneuverability7.8 / 10
- WheelsLightweight tires with locking front swivel wheels; no suspension listed
How big is the City Tour 2 when folded?
Baby Jogger lists the City Tour 2 Eco at 14.5 lb in its specs and 14 lb in its feature list; BabyGearLab measured 14.1 lb. Baby Jogger calls it an ultra-compact, one-step fold with auto-lock and says it folds about 85% smaller. It does not publish folded dimensions. BabyGearLab measured 23.1 x 19.4 x 8.1 in, about 3,630 cubic inches, which it called smaller than average. The fold works with one hand and folds in thirds, but it does not stand on its own. The reviewers had trouble snapping the last part into place and found it often opened when they did not mean it to.
Is the City Tour 2 comfortable and safe?
The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 has a multi-position padded seat that reclines near-flat, with adjustable calf support. BabyGearLab found the recline toggle needs one hand to lower and two to raise, and liked the padded leg rest, though it was tough to adjust. The Harness Assist feature lets you change the harness fit without rethreading. The UV 50+ canopy has a magnetic peekaboo window; BabyGearLab called the sunshade better than average but not as big as others. Baby Jogger rates it to 45 lb and does not list a height limit. The Eco version uses recycled fabrics that Baby Jogger describes as soft and textured, and they are machine washable.
How much storage does the City Tour 2 have?
Baby Jogger lists an under-seat basket that holds up to 15 lb, plus a seatback phone pocket. BabyGearLab called the basket one of the best among the travel strollers it reviewed. Many strollers this light hold 10 lb or less, so 15 lb gives you room for a diaper bag and a few souvenirs. There is no parent console or cup holder listed in the box, so add one if you want a spot for keys and a drink.
How does the City Tour 2 grow with your baby?
Scroll through the stages below; the 3D stroller changes as you go. Drag it to turn it.
1 · Seat, reclined
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01 · The early months
Seat, reclined
Seat reclines near-flat; Baby Jogger lists the stroller from birth to 45 lb. Multi-position, near-flat, with adjustable calf support
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02 · Sitting up, through the toddler years
Seat, upright
The seat is rated to 45 lb, so most children can ride until they no longer need a stroller.
Is the City Tour 2 good for flying?
The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 is built for travel. It weighs 14.5 lb, folds to about 23.1 x 19.4 x 8.1 in by BabyGearLab's measure, and comes with a carry bag that protects it when you gate-check it. Baby Jogger does not claim it fits airline carry-on limits, and BabyGearLab lists it as not carry-on compatible, so plan on gate-checking rather than the overhead bin. The bag also makes it easy to carry through the terminal. A Baby Jogger infant car seat clicks on with adapters, which helps with a baby on the trip. If an overhead-bin fit matters most, compare the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus, whose fold meets IATA carry-on dimensions.
Baby Jogger City Tour 2 vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus vs Nuna TRVL
| Spec | Baby Jogger City Tour 2 | Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus | Nuna TRVL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 8.3 | 8.7 | 8.4 |
| List price | $349.99 | $579 | $575 |
| Weight | 14.5 lb | 16 lb | 13.6 lb |
| Folded (L×W×H) | 23.1×19.4×8.1 in | 9.6×17.6×21.8 in | 24×20.3×11 in |
| Max child weight | Baby Jogger: recommended from birth to 45 lb | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| Bassinet included | No | No | No |
| Seats two children | No | No | No |
| Type | Travel | Travel | Travel |
Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus: Folds to IATA carry-on size, with a 17.6 lb basket, at $579. Nuna TRVL: Lighter at 13.6 lb with front and rear suspension, at $575.
How we rated the Baby Jogger City Tour 2
Six criteria, weighted by how much they shape everyday life. Read our methodology.
Weighted total8.3— Very good
Baby Jogger City Tour 2 full specifications
| Type | Travel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 14.5 lb (per Baby Jogger's spec table (its feature list says 14 lb); BabyGearLab measured 14.1 lb) |
| Folded size (L×W×H) | 23.1×19.4×8.1 in (as measured by BabyGearLab (3,630 cu in); Baby Jogger gives no folded dimensions, only that it folds about 85% smaller) |
| Open size (L×W×H) | 31.4×23.2×40.3 in |
| Max child weight | Baby Jogger: recommended from birth to 45 lb |
| From birth | Yes, with a Baby Jogger infant car seat and adapters (sold separately) |
| Seat age | Seat reclines near-flat; Baby Jogger lists the stroller from birth to 45 lb |
| Recline | Multi-position, near-flat, with adjustable calf support |
| Basket | Up to 15 lb |
| Fold | One-step fold with auto-lock; BabyGearLab says it is one-hand but does not stand |
| Wheels & suspension | Lightweight tires with locking front swivel wheels; no suspension listed |
| Car seat compatibility | Baby Jogger infant car seats with adapters (sold separately) |
| Converts | Single seat; Baby Jogger sells a separate City Tour 2 double |
| Travel | Carry bag included; Baby Jogger makes no carry-on claim, and BabyGearLab lists it as not carry-on compatible |
| In the box | Frame with seat and UV 50+ canopy, Removable belly bar, Carry bag, Under-seat basket and seatback phone pocket, Car seat adapters (sold separately) |
| List price | $349.99 (Baby Jogger US list price for the City Tour 2 Eco, the only single City Tour 2 on babyjogger.com in October 2026 (shown as out of stock); BabyGearLab listed the standard version at $320) |
What to buy instead
Folds to IATA carry-on size, with a 17.6 lb basket, at $579.
Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
8.7 — Excellent. 16 lb, folds to 9.6×17.6×21.8 in, $579.
Lighter at 13.6 lb with front and rear suspension, at $575.
Nuna TRVL
8.4 — Very good. 13.6 lb, folds to 24×20.3×11 in, $575.
A cheaper travel stroller at $199 that Colugo says fits an overhead bin.
Colugo The Compact Stroller+
8.3 — Very good. 16.2 lb, folds to 22×17.6×10.6 in, $199.
Baby Jogger City Tour 2 FAQ
Is the Baby Jogger City Tour 2 worth it?
For travel and errands, usually yes. Baby Jogger lists the City Tour 2 Eco at $349.99 and 14.5 lb, with a 15 lb basket, a near-flat recline and a carry bag. BabyGearLab ranked it sixth of twelve travel strollers. The main downsides are small wheels and a fold that can open by accident.
Is the City Tour 2 carry-on size?
Baby Jogger does not claim it is. BabyGearLab measured the fold at 23.1 x 19.4 x 8.1 in and lists it as not carry-on compatible. Plan on gate-checking it in the included carry bag. If an overhead-bin fit matters, check your airline's limits or choose a stroller sold as carry-on size.
Can a newborn use the City Tour 2?
Baby Jogger lists the City Tour 2 from birth to 45 lb. For a newborn, Baby Jogger suggests adding a Baby Jogger infant car seat, which clicks on with adapters sold separately. The seat also reclines near-flat. Baby Jogger does not list a bassinet for this model.
What is the difference between the City Tour 2 and the Eco version?
The City Tour 2 Eco uses recycled fabrics with a soft, textured feel; the features are otherwise the same. In October 2026, the Eco at $349.99 is the only single City Tour 2 on Baby Jogger's US site. BabyGearLab listed the standard version at $320.