Review · Full-size stroller
Nuna MIXX Next Review: Is It Worth $900?
Short answer: The Nuna MIXX Next is worth it if you value an easy, compact fold and plan to use Nuna PIPA car seats. Nuna lists it at $900 and 28.3 lb. It reclines flat from birth, but reviewers found its steering average, its basket limit low at 11 lb, and the price high compared with other strollers.
Our verdict
8.2out of 10
Very good
Best for
- Parents who plan to use a Nuna PIPA car seat
- Anyone who values a quick one-piece fold that stands on its own
- City families who mostly roll on smooth pavement
Skip if
- You want a big basket that carries heavy loads
- You want the best steering on grass, gravel or bumps
- You want the best value for around $900
Pros
- One-piece fold, 27.5 x 23.6 x 19 in, that stands on its own
- Seat reclines flat from birth with 5 recline positions
- Large canopy with full coverage and a magnetic buckle harness
- Rated to 50 lb and GREENGUARD Gold certified
Cons
- 28.3 lb, heavier than the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 at 26.5 lb
- Basket limit is about 11 lb, per BabyGearLab
- BabyGearLab scored maneuverability 5.3 out of 10; it struggles on grass and gravel
The MIXX Next is a good-looking stroller with one of the easiest folds of any four-wheeler, according to Wirecutter. It reclines flat, has a big canopy and works with Nuna PIPA car seats through an included adapter. But BabyGearLab called it average, with below-average maneuverability and an 11 lb basket limit, and at $900 and 28.3 lb it is heavy for what it offers. It suits Nuna fans more than it suits shoppers looking for the best value.
Who is the Nuna MIXX Next for?
The Nuna MIXX Next is for parents who want a stylish, easy-to-fold stroller and who plan to use a Nuna PIPA infant car seat. Nuna lists it at $900, and the stroller reclines flat from birth, so a newborn can ride in the seat. It also works as a travel system with the included ring adapter. Wirecutter calls it a high-end four-wheeler worth considering, though not a top pick. BabyGearLab was less kind, scoring it 62 out of 100 and ranking it sixth of 20 full-size strollers, calling it average and best for Nuna fans. It suits parents who mostly walk on smooth pavement. It is less suited to those who want the best handling, the biggest basket or the lowest price, since several rivals offer more for less.
How does the MIXX Next ride and steer?
Nuna lists rear Free-Flex suspension, front progressive suspension and puncture-proof foam-filled tires. BabyGearLab reviewers found it smooth on flat surfaces and carpet and good in doorways, and said it handles asphalt and bumps well. They also said it gets harder to push as the child and load get heavier, struggles on grass, gravel and medium bumps, and has a short wheelbase that raises tip risk on curbs. They scored its maneuverability 5.3 out of 10. Wirecutter said it pushes well one-handed, but that cornering is tricky with a loaded seat and big bumps can threaten to tip it. BabyGearLab lists the handlebar at 41.7 to 45.1 in, which suits taller parents. This is a city stroller, not an all-terrain one.
- Maneuverability7.9 / 10
- WheelsPuncture-proof foam-filled tires, rear Free-Flex suspension, front progressive suspension
How big is the MIXX Next when folded?
Nuna lists 28.3 lb without the arm bar and seat insert, which add about 0.7 lb. Folded, it measures 27.5 x 23.6 x 19 in, a low, wide shape that sits flat in a trunk. Unfolded, it is 32.7 x 23.6 x 45.3 in. The fold is one piece, works whichever way the seat faces, and stands on its own with a quick-click lock. Wirecutter found it the easiest fold of any four-wheeled stroller it covered. BabyGearLab's reviewers were divided: some folded it one-handed, others struggled, and the lock often had to be set by hand. Lifting 28 lb means bending over. It is heavier than the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 and is not a carry-on stroller, so plan to check it if you fly.
Is the MIXX Next comfortable and safe?
The MIXX Next seat reclines in five positions, adjustable with one hand, with a true-flat position and adjustable calf support with a footrest, per Nuna. It is rated from birth to 50 lb. The canopy is waterproof, with a zippered extension that gives full coverage and a small window with mesh. BabyGearLab says the canopy can catch, and that the seat is deep but thinly padded, with a single locking leg rest position. They liked the magnetic buckle harness, which they rated among the better designs. The seat can face you or the world, and the stroller converts to a bassinet mode with Nuna's separate bassinet. Nuna lists GREENGUARD Gold certification. Wirecutter noted a flimsy footrest and a fiddly two-hand bumper bar.
How much storage does the MIXX Next have?
Nuna describes a two-compartment basket with a secret zipper pocket, but gives no weight limit. BabyGearLab lists the limit at about 11 lb and calls the basket massive, with a built-in divider and easy access even when the seat is reclined. The catch is that it should not carry much weight, so a heavy diaper bag will need a different spot. There is a small seatback pocket, but reviewers say it holds little, and the valuables pocket sits where it can be kicked when setting the brake. Compare this with the 30 lb basket on the UPPAbaby Cruz V3.
How does the MIXX Next 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
From birth (true-flat recline, 5 positions). 5 positions, one-hand adjust, true-flat, adjustable calf support with footrest
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02 · Sitting up, through the toddler years
Seat, upright
The seat is rated to 50 lb and 45 in, so most children can ride until they no longer need a stroller.
Does it work with Nuna PIPA car seats as a travel system?
Yes. Nuna says the MIXX Next works with its PIPA series infant car seats, and the included ring adapter lets the car seat click on in one step, with no extra adapter to buy. Nuna sells it in bundles, such as the MIXX next with the PIPA rx from $1,450 and with the PIPA aire rx from $1,550, listed on its US strollers page. The PIPA rx weighs 7.6 lb without the canopy and inserts, and is listed for 4 to 30 lb. The catch, per Wirecutter, is that the stroller works only with Nuna's own car seats, which Wirecutter does not recommend. If you already own another brand of seat, check for adapters first, or choose a stroller with wider support. The UPPAbaby strollers accept many brands.
Nuna MIXX Next vs UPPAbaby Cruz V3 vs Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew
| Spec | Nuna MIXX Next | UPPAbaby Cruz V3 | Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 8.2 | 9.1 | 8.8 |
| List price | $900 | $899.99 | $1,499 |
| Weight | 28.3 lb | 26.5 lb | 26.5 lb |
| Folded (L×W×H) | 27.5×23.6×19 in | 17×22.5×32.5 in | 17.3×23.6×35.4 in |
| Max child weight | 50 lb | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| Bassinet included | No | No | Yes |
| Seats two children | No | No | No |
| Type | Full-size | Full-size | Full-size |
UPPAbaby Cruz V3: Larger canopy, 30 lb basket and easier steering at about the same price, per BabyGearLab. Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew: Larger wheels and a one-hand fold, with a bassinet included, at $1,499.
How we rated the Nuna MIXX Next
Six criteria, weighted by how much they shape everyday life. Read our methodology.
Weighted total8.2— Very good
Nuna MIXX Next full specifications
| Type | Full-size |
|---|---|
| Weight | 28.3 lb (without arm bar and insert, which add about 0.7 lb, per Nuna) |
| Folded size (L×W×H) | 27.5×23.6×19 in (one-piece fold, stands on its own, same size with the seat facing either way) |
| Open size (L×W×H) | 32.7×23.6×45.3 in |
| Max child weight | 50 lb |
| Max child height | 45 in |
| From birth | Yes, the seat reclines flat from birth; a MIXX series bassinet with stand is sold separately |
| Seat age | From birth (true-flat recline, 5 positions) |
| Recline | 5 positions, one-hand adjust, true-flat, adjustable calf support with footrest |
| Basket | Up to 11 lb |
| Fold | One-piece compact fold, stands when folded, works with seat facing either way |
| Wheels & suspension | Puncture-proof foam-filled tires, rear Free-Flex suspension, front progressive suspension |
| Car seat compatibility | Nuna PIPA series infant seats via the included ring adapter |
| Converts | Single stroller; no second-seat accessory listed by Nuna for the MIXX next |
| Travel | Not airline carry-on size |
| In the box | Stroller with reversible seat, Ring adapter for PIPA car seats, Arm bar, Seat insert |
| Safety | GREENGUARD Gold Certified (per Nuna) |
| Released | 2020 |
| List price | $900 (Nuna US price, listed at $900 on nunababy.com in June 2026 and at Bambi Baby in October 2026. Nuna's US strollers page also shows a 'from $650' figure for the MIXX next, which could not be explained.) |
What to buy instead
Larger canopy, 30 lb basket and easier steering at about the same price, per BabyGearLab.
UPPAbaby Cruz V3
9.1 — Exceptional. 26.5 lb, folds to 17×22.5×32.5 in, $899.99.
Larger wheels and a one-hand fold, with a bassinet included, at $1,499.
Bugaboo Fox 5 Renew
8.8 — Excellent. 26.5 lb, folds to 17.3×23.6×35.4 in, $1,499.
Same brand, much lighter, if you mostly want a travel stroller.
Nuna TRVL
8.4 — Very good. 13.6 lb, folds to 24×20.3×11 in, $575.
Nuna MIXX Next FAQ
Is the Nuna MIXX Next worth it?
It depends. Nuna lists it at $900, and Wirecutter praised its easy fold and one-handed steering. But BabyGearLab scored it 62 out of 100 and called it average, with an 11 lb basket limit and weak handling on bumps. It makes the most sense if you want a Nuna PIPA travel system.
How much does the Nuna MIXX Next weigh?
Nuna lists 28.3 lb without the arm bar and insert, which add about 0.7 lb. BabyGearLab measured 28.0 lb. Folded, it is 27.5 x 23.6 x 19 in and stands on its own. It is heavier than the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 at 26.5 lb.
Can a newborn ride in the MIXX Next?
Yes. Nuna lists it from birth to 50 lb, with a true-flat recline, and it also sells a MIXX series bassinet with stand. A Nuna PIPA infant car seat clicks on with the included ring adapter. Nuna lists the stroller as out of stock on its site at times.
What is the MIXX Next basket weight limit?
Nuna does not publish a limit. BabyGearLab lists about 11 lb and calls the basket large but light-duty. That is far below the 30 lb limit of the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 and Vista V3, so heavy bags are better carried another way.