UPPAbaby CRUZ vs Zoe XL2 Best V2

The Uppababy Cruz is a 'travel-system' and it can be used with several other Uppababy products like the Mesa car seat and the bassinet. They can easily be attached and released with the help of the buttons at either side of the frame which snaps lock without the need for adapters or connectors. So instead of removing your baby from his bassinet and transferring him to the stroller seat, all you have to do is attach his bassinet/car seat to the stroller frame and you are good to go.

Because of the Uppababy's large wheels, measuring 11" in diameter, rides are smoother compared to its competitors. You can stroll outdoors without having to worry about your baby being bumped around on his/her seat because of the shock-absorbing front and rear tires.

You can buy an additional 15x5-inch standing board which you can attach to the back of the stroller when your older child wants to ride along.

The Uppababy Cruz's seat is elevated higher compared to the seats of its competitors. Your baby will be closer to you as a result.

The fold and unfold process of the Uppababy Cruz is pretty easy. To fold, just pull the gray triggers at the sides and pull the stroller towards the back until the frame folds. To unfold, remove the gray lock keeping the stroller together and pull it upwards using the handlebar, in one motion.

Since the seat can be easily removed by pressing the buttons at the sides of the frame, it can be placed either facing the front or facing towards you.

It's easy to adjust the seat to one of its five reclining levels using the lever at the back of the seat.

Its canopy or overhead cover has SPF 50+ to shield the baby from the sun. It has an extendable sunshade that you can pull out from the top of the canopy to increase its coverage.

The Uppababy has a large basket under the seat where you can store your diaper bag and other necessities while traveling. It also has a wide opening so it is easier to put and reach for things. It has a weight capacity of 25 lbs and some parents even use it as a shopping basket, eliminating the need for another cart to push.

Its most beneficial feature is its light weight, thanks to its all-aluminum frame. It only weighs 16 lbs - the canopies, wheels, all of it - which is lighter than most single 'lightweight' strollers.

Parents will find it easy to push and steer this stroller around even with the combined weight of the stroller itself, the children and the added stuff they bring along on the storage basket.

When the seat is fully reclined, there is a zipper you can open at the top part of the seat and a window will be exposed. This is convenient during warm weather since it provides air flow. Also, this will provide a direct line of sight and comfort for the children knowing that their parent is just right behind them.

This is basically just the stroller you need from birth up until your children grow older. Its weight capacity is up to 50 pounds per seat, has a tall seat back of 18" and 23" from the top of the canopy to the bottom of the seat, which means even tall children could comfortably fit in this stroller.

Unlike most strollers which only has a small brake you can step on, the Zoe has an aluminum bar across the stroller frame that you can step anywhere on. This is helpful when you need to stop suddenly, since you don't need to look down for the brakes.

There are "Pull Here" straps at the bottom of each seat that folds the stroller and auto-locks it. It is compact when folded and can fit into a backpack (sold separately).

This seat is equipped with two independent one-hand recline using a cinch strap at the back. You can adjust practically to any angle from 90 degrees (upright) to 135 degrees (almost flat) since there are no pre-set positions.

The 5-point harness system is easy for parents but difficult for children to lock and undo. 30 lbs of pressure need to be applied to unlock the button. This is easy for the parents who can already exert that much effort but hard for the children who do not have that much force yet.

There is a generous gap between the top of the basket and bottom of the seat which prevents your things from getting snagged when you reach for them.

The XL2 has a 4-panel sun canopy that when fully extended, covers the sun up to your children's knees. The 4 panels are entirely SPF 50 and not just the tip of the canopy unlike most strollers have.

The handlebar is 40.5" from the ground and the rear wheels are placed at a recessed angle which allows room for parents to stride without hitting the back of the stroller. This is called kick space. Even if the handlebar is not adjustable, parents can move closer to the stroller and not worry about unintentionally kicking the stroller when they walk.

Consumers are asked to choose what color combination they would want for the canopy, the shoulder straps, and the wheel caps. With these matching accessories, your stroller would really look like you paid more money for it.