Customer Reviews

Baby Trend Sit-N-Stand w/ Parent Tray

5 star:		(11)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I cannot say enough positive things about my Sit 'n Stand LX Stroller by Baby Trend. I had a 2 year 5 month old toddler when my new baby was born. I knew I needed a stroller to accommodate both of them, because many times my toddler gets tired when we are out walking. However, my toddler also is rather independent and was beginning to really balk when put in his regular stroller. So when I saw this stroller that gave the toddler an option of sitting or standing, I knew I needed to give this a try.

I have now used the stroller for 3 months and could not have been happier with it. My toddler loves to be able to either sit or stand in the stroller. Many times we just allow him to walk with us and then when he gets tired, he climbs into the stroller himself and either sits or stands on it and we keep going. He also feels like a "big boy" because he is not sitting on a regular looking stroller seat.

Meanwhile the front seat accommodates my newborn infant's Graco Snugride car seat perfectly.

This stroller is heavier than a regular stroller, but still folds compactly enough to fit in the trunk of my Saturn SL2 small car, but it does take up most of the trunk. It is tougher to maneuver than a regular stroller because it is longer, but I expected that. I think they made it as easy to maneuver as they could and still accommodate 2 children.

Another feature that this stroller has that didn't show up clearly on the online descriptions I read is that there is a seat belt to secure the toddler on the bench seat. This his handy when I take him into stores where I don't want him to climb off. I use the seatbelt sparingly, so that he doesn't mind it. There is also a safety belt that keeps the toddler from falling off backwards when standing, but I have not used it. I go slow enough that falling off while standing is not an issue.

I read other reviews criticizing the fact that the toddler seat did not have a back and the toddler could not sleep in the stroller. If your toddler isn't balking at a regular stroller and frequently sleeps in the stroller, then this stroller IS NOT for you. Just get a double tandem stroller. However, if you have an active toddler who no longer likes a regular stroller, then this one is for you!

Also, others criticized the sun visor. Yes, it is small, but with this design of stroller, I cannot see how they could have made it much larger. And yes, the storage basket under the front seat is difficult to get to and mostly not usable.

But I am thrilled to find something that my active toddler would use and can overlook these shortcomings that I mentioned. This stroller gives me the confidence to go on outings with both children without my husband!

We've had this stroller for a couple of weeks now and every time we get in our car our 2 1/2 year old daughter asks to make sure we have it with us. She loves riding on the back so much that given the choice of McDonald's or somewhere else that includes a stroller ride she'll choose the somewhere else. We also have a three week old baby so our need was a tandem with freedom for the toddler and a place to securely set the baby carrier.

Before buying, I seriously looked at the Joovy Caboose Stand On Tandem and in fact almost bought one. I think I would have ultimately been fairly happy with either one, though there are trade-offs either way.

Having tried both of them (I walked around babies-r-us a bit with the Joovy model loaded with our Graco baby carrier and our toddler) The Joovy seems slightly more compact front-to-back, which gives it a tighter turning radius making it slightly easier to turn. However, the tradeoff is that the Baby Trend Sit-n-Stand model seems to have a little bit more room for the toddler and it has the parent tray with two cup holders (I think the extra curve in the handle to accommodate the parent tray accounts for much of the extra length). We used the cup holders on our original Graco stroller all the time (think trips to the zoo, long walks, etc.), so having them on this stroller is a valuable feature for us.

Unless I missed something, it seemed you had to remove the carrier attachment on the Joovy before being able to fold it completely. So, with the carrier attachment off, it may fold to a slightly more compact size than the Baby trends, but...with the Baby Trend model you can leave the attachment on and everything cleanly folds quickly and easily and it is still quite compact (the one caveat being to watch the position of the front turning wheels, as they need to be in their lowest gravity-induced position until the unit is folded or they can interfere a bit). I think it's a big plus not having to insert and remove a part each time one goes to use it (think "a busy shopping day with many stops," etc.).

The handles that the toddler can grab while they are sitting or standing seem a bit sturdier on the Joovy and are foam-padded, which is nice. On the other hand, the Baby Trend toddler handles seem sturdy enough (I don't foresee a problem) and we've had no complaints from our daughter, so it's a minor point, really.

There seems to be more storage room in the basket underneath on the Baby Trend, which is nice--We'll use that a lot.

So, overall, the extra room for the toddler and for storage, the parent tray, the compact fold-up without needing to remove the carrier attachment, and the (did I forget to mention?) substantially lower price have made us very happy with this purchase. My wife doesn't think it's hard to turn at all, so for us the tradeoffs favor this Baby Trend model. However, someone else may value other features slightly differently and I can see how that would tip them toward the Joovy. So, you just have to decide what is most important to you and what your usage patterns will be when making the decision.

My children are 1 1/2 and 3 and we have had this stroller for about 3 months now.
I have a lot of stroller experience. We used a single Graco travel system and then a Graco Duoglide before buying this stroller.
We weren't quite ready for the sit n' stand style when my little one was born, but decided to get it now that my older one is more independent, but not 100% reliable walking on her own. Not to mention that our single was falling apart!
We are loving the stroller as a compromise between the single and the double. It has been sturdy so far and I think it handles almost as well as my Graco Duoglide. The weight is pretty much the same as the double.
Now, the little issues we have had:
1.) I can't yet figure out how to get it to fold flat enough to hook the latch that keeps it folded. One previous stroller needed the front wheels rolling forward straight to fold correctly, the other needed the wheels pulling backward straight. This one? I don't know, but whatever I try, I find myself really pushing on it to get the latch to reach!***ETA 5/7/09*** I discovered that the stroller will not fold flat when the rear standing safety strap is latched! Unhook it and it folds just fine! My dd is in the habit of just ducking under it to get in and out.
2.)The front seat is a little on the small side. The seat length is short and there is not a lot of clearance between the seat and the tray. Luckily, the tray swings open VERY easily to get the child out. I still have a problem with my younger daughter sliding way down on the seat and trying to reach her legs to the floor (which she does sometimes). Perhaps some more fidgeting with the strap adjustment could help, but I have already done a fair amount of adjusting.
3.)There is minimal accessible storage. It is pretty difficult to access the under storage...more so than the double stroller, and WAY more difficult than the single we had.
Also, I can't figure out where to put the diaper bag! I used to hang it on the handle of the stroller, but it doesn't work with this one. If I put it on the back seat, my daughter gets crowded. If I let it slip down in the space between the back seat and the front seat, it gets stuck, and the storage becomes even more inaccessible. Also, when I do get the diaper bag out, it usually flips the bar that keeps the front seat sitting upright, causing it to recline (another very small issue...only a problem once in a while, so far...). We are trying to phase out the diaper bag anyway, but I think most people considering buying this stroller have a baby and will need that diaper bag! Maybe I am just lazy that I don't like to carry it? : )

All that said, I am glad we bought this stroller as it is a necessary transition for both me and my girls. It would be nice if some of the design could be changed to make it a bit more user friendly, but I would buy it again simply because it is a great concept and gives my daughter the freedom she needs and me the control I need!
Another good thing (because I don't want to be ALL negative!) is that it was very easy to put together! I know it was easier than the douglider.
If you need it, buy it! I got mine on sale at Target for $99.
***ETA 5/7/09***
We are still loving this stroller, and have gotten rid of the duoglider altogether. Girls are now almost 4 and 2 1/2 and we love the sit n stand and it is holding up quite well...nothing has broken yet! We don't use the diaper bag much anymore, so that is no longer a problem for us.

I enjoy being able to take my two sons out and I liked this concept but I don't love using this stroller. When you have the car seat in the front it is really heavy and lists to the side. And it's hard to steer. If I'm walking on an uneven sidewalk, it's very difficult to keep it strait. And I'm not a weak person. It's like trying to drive a front loaded banana (even without the car seat and the baby just sitting in the front seat). If you have back issues, I'd avoid this one. On the plus side, my son likes that it is easy to hope in and out, and he is good at avoiding the tray, but I prefer my husband to drive this one. I wish I spent more money and purchased a shorter/more compact version (Joovy?). Also, the sun shade is a joke -- waaaay too small. I wish it would fold farther forward (we have an Inglesina with an awesome sun shade).

I have a 1 year old and a 6 year old, and they both love this stroller. I didn't think I needed something to accommodate my 6 year old, but I have found the option of being able to push her as well to be very nice. I like to take long walks, and with this stroller I can go at my own pace and for as long as I like.

I find the stroller very easy to push. It steers very well and has a smooth ride. The handles are at a great height both for myself at 5'7" and my husband at 6'1". My feet never bump into the wheels when I'm walking. My 6 year old has several options for riding (standing/sitting/kneeling) and the baby is very comfortable. In general, it feels sturdy and well made. I like the parent tray, though I do wish the cup holders were a little bigger to accommodate a sports bottle. The storage underneath is a great size. I have not tried to use this stroller with the car seat attachment, though I think its a good option to have. I only wish I'd purchased this sooner!

We bought this stroller one year ago and absolutely love it! We tried other similar models (including the joovy) but couldn't find one with the parent tray and a basket that you can actually get to. With a car seat on front it is a little bulky but still easy to maneuver. My older daughter loves to have the choice to stand or sit. It does take up a lot of trunk space but is definitely worth it. Over the past year it has held up well despite being well used. I would highly recommend this stroller.

I was looking for a double stroller for months ....didn't come across the right one, until I found this! I have a 2 1/2 year old and a 6th month old. My older daughter loves to be able to come and go as she pleases, but I can strap her in if I need to. The first place I used this after purchasing it was at the fair...we were there for 5 hours and it came in handy for both my girls and my 5 year old niece.

I love the Baby Trend Sit-`n-Stand Stroller with Parent Tray. It makes life so much easier with a 2 year old and a new born! It's light enough for me to fold up and put in the trunk without any problems! I would recommend it to anyone with 2 small children. I LOVE IT!!

This is such a good stroller that I had to take the time to write a review. I use it allll the time to go shopping and for walks to the park. It is an easy way to keep 2 kids together..Plus if the toddler gets tired then he/she can sit down and ride along. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because there is nowhere to hang your bags or a purse. There is a basket, which is handy, but its not the same as being able to hang bags on the stroller handles.

I ordered this on a friend's suggestion when we were expecting our 2nd child (our first was 3). I love the easily click in (and out) bar that allows a clip-in car seat to sit in the front. My son is now 2 and large for his size but has no problems sitting in the front, even with thick layers (we get cold winters) and a blanket tucked around. Someone mentioned issues with their child sliding out, I've never had that problem, the crotch strap holds him in place -and he's squirmy :) My daughter loves the sit/stand area at the back and can reach the parent tray easily when I put her snacks in one of the cups.

I've used this to pick up groceries from the local store regularly and it's sturdiness is fantastic. The underneath storage is easily accessible. There's a snap on each side that lets you open it wide to put things in/take them out or close it for more security (don't want those watermelons rolling out!) A few reviews stated that they found the storage inaccessible, perhaps they didn't notice the snaps? I *did* find that the snap on one side is harder to open/close so I just use the other side -which still holds on tight with watermelons in the basket :)

I would strongly recommend this model, it's very sturdy, shows little signs of wear and no signs of coming apart. Now that my daughter is big enough to walk on her own (and together they are getting too heavy for me to push for long), I'll be passing it on to family and I'm confident they'll get just as much heavy duty use out of it as I have.