When it comes to strollers, I’ve got to be honest: my favorite double is the Bumbleride Indie Twin, and my favorite single is the Bumbleride Indie. But there are still a number of other great strollers out there if you’ve got the money for them, and the UPPAbaby Vista stroller is certainly one of the best out there. I liked the previous version when it came out, but recently had a chance to borrow the new version when a friend bought it from Amazon the other day, and it’s pretty impressive. This is the most helpful review of the Vista stroller you’re going to read. I guarantee it.

Quick Review of the UPPAbaby Vista Stroller

First of all, the biggest change about the Vista is that now you can change it from a single stroller to a double tandem stroller when you add an additional toddler seat known as the RumbleSeat. The 2015 RumbleSeat is designed to be a fully featured seat, just like the main seat in the Vista, which I’ll go into later. Weight wise, your child in the main seat can weigh up to 50 pounds while your child in the second seat can weigh up to 35 pounds. Of course, you can also turn the Vista into a pram by installing the included matching bassinet in the main seat location. You can also make a travel system out of the Vista by buying an infant car seat, and Mike has certainly reviewed a ton of those here.

If you’re expecting twins, the Vista can handle them. It’s capable of holding two infant car seats, two bassinets, or two toddlers seats. The UPPAbaby MESA infant car seat, which Mike reviewed here, is 100% compatible with the Vista frame in order to make a travel system. Similarly, there are a range of Chicco, Maxi-Cosi, and Graco infant seats that will work with adapters. Three kids can use the Vista at the same time if you invest in a PiggyBack Ride-Along board, which is pretty handy.

Additional features that make the 2015 Vista worth considering include the updated frame now made from aluminum and magnesium, the larger basket with a 30 pound capacity, and a one-step fold that’s even easier to use than before. The biggest strikes against it are that it costs more than the excellent Baby Jogger City Select and the Phil and Teds Navigator, which it’s in close competition with. But sometimes, both in strollers and in life, you get what you pay for.

I’d rate the 2015 Vista stroller 5 out of 5 stars because it’s pretty much the best tandem stroller on the market right now. It’s definitely not a cheap stroller, but if you’re looking for a convertible stroller that you can turn into just about any seating arrangement you can imagine, this is the one you’re looking for. The cheapest price I’ve come across so far for the 2015 Vista is on Amazon here, which includes free shipping, free returns, and no sales tax, depending on your state.

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Pros of the UPPAbaby Vista stroller

Well-designed canopy. Let’s start with the basics. The Vista includes a huge, well-designed canopy. Not only is it large, it’s supplemented by a pop-out sun visor with built in SPF 50+ sun protection to keep  your little ones safe from the sun’s rays. The visor extends to the bumper bar, while the canopy can be moved up and down the frame to make room for larger children.

The peekaboo window is large and has a mesh frame and a magnetic closure, which means you’re not going to wake up your sleeping baby if you decide to take a look at your precious one while on the move. The dark mesh also means you get better air circulation when the weather’s hot in the summer, since it’s all part of the canopy and not an extra layer of mesh. These kinds of details are peppered throughout the Vista.

Adjustable handlebar. Mike is much taller than I am and we appreciate it when stroller companies design handlebars that keep couples like us in mind. You can adjust the handlebar between 39.5″ and 42.5″ in height, which makes it parent-friendly. You can extend or retract it by pushing the button in the center of the handlebar and pulling up or down. The handlebar is rubber-coated instead of foam-coated, which makes it much easier to clean and more durable. The durability helps since you’re going to put the handlebar on the ground often due to the standing fold features of the Vista.

Reversible seat. The included main seat is 12″ wide and 19.5″ tall from the seat bottom to the canopy. However, because you can slide the canopy upward along the frame, you can squeeze 2 more inches of height out of it, achieving a total height of 21.5.” That said, many other strollers will give you 24″ of canopy height, putting the Vista on the smaller end. The neat thing about the seat, though, is that it’s reversible. You simply push a pair of grey buttons beside the seat, turn it around, and then click it back in. There’s an audible click to let you know it’s in place.

Single hand recline. Another high-end feature here is the 180-degree lever recline available in the Vista. There are 5 settings and the seat can be used with children from 3 months old until 50 pounds. I do wish the seat were more flexible; the way it’s designed, your child is always sitting, even while napping. However, I do like how upright it is when in the first position.

5-point harness. A safety feature I like in the Vista is the 5-point harness that’s both padded and easily adjustable. The grey center release button is easy to push, which is a blessing when you’re using it but a bit of a curse if you’ve got a little Houdini.

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Included bumper bar. There are a growing number of strollers that offer included bumper bars, which makes things convenient on the parent end as we have one less thing to buy. It’s a single piece bar that you just swing out of the way to get your child in or out. The updated Vista now features a rubber cover on it to make it easier to clean.

Giant basket. The basket beneath the Vista is one of the largest I’ve ever seen in a tandem stroller, and you can store just about anything in it, including several large diaper bags and grocery bags. The weight limit is 30 pounds and it’s easy to get things into and out of the basket. Thanks to the easy access sides, you can do this even if you’ve got the main seat fully reclined. Keep in mind you’ll have much less space if you install the RumbleSeat in the rear position, but that you can get that space back if you install the Rumbleseat in the front.

Adjustable height leg rest. The leg rest is 10″ long and is adjustable in height, which helps give babies more flat surfaces for stretching their pudgy little legs. Older children can use a foot rest that’s part of the frame. Unfortunately, you can’t adjust the foot rest.

AirGo (flat-proof) wheels. I’m not a fan of carrying a bike pump around with me when using my jogging strollers, and it’s nice not to have to worry about anything like that with the Vista. There are four wheels made of a hard rubber and filled with foam on the inside instead of air. This means that flats are now a thing of the past! However, they’re just as comfortable as air-filled tires. The front tires are 8″ in diameter while the rears are 11″ in diameter. This all-terrain stroller, as a result, feels comfortable in a range of situations, including over snow, grass, gravel, or even some sand.

Four wheel suspension. The four wheel suspension definitely helps smooth out the ride; the suspension present in all wheels is independent and shock-absorbing, which is just fancy talk for smooth.

Foot-friendly parking brake. The parking brake is set behind the right wheel and it’s easy to activate with flip-flops, shoes, or boots. You might struggle a bit with heels.

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Easy fold. Folding the Vista isn’t too terrible, and can be done in one step whether the main seat is or isn’t attached. The package isn’t that compact, which is inevitably due to the reversible seat functionality, but you can make it a wee bit smaller by taking off the seat and the rear wheels before folding it. When the seat is attached, the Vista is 25″ wide, 15″ long, and 32″ tall when folded, and without the seat, the height drops by an inch. I’d just leave the seat in, personally. There’s an automatic lock and you can fold it while standing.

Included matching bassinet. I love, love, love the bassinet, as it allows you to make your stroller a pram, which allows you to place your baby flat, which is the best position for a baby to travel in. The bassinet is cute and functional, weighing 8.4 pounds and designed to be used with babies from birth until they weigh 20 pounds. You can even use it when you’re at home overnight due to the flat design, which means it serves as an extra baby bed if you’re in need of one. There’s a generous canopy in the back that you can unzip to let in more air through a mesh covering. The mesh also offers sun protection, and if you want even more, you can use the included SPF 50+ sun visor. That’s pretty neat, if you ask me.

The mattress pad in the bassinet is soft and has organic materials to make it both eco-friendly and gentle on the skin. The inner liner is water-repellent, which helps keep things dry and easy to clean. You can remove both the liner and boot cover in a few seconds, and you can wash both the liner and the mattress cover in a washing machine. The bassinet also includes a storage bag and a bug net, and you can buy a rain cover separately.

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Optional second seat (RumbleSeat!). This is the biggest change for the 2014 model. The RumbleSeat is a full-sized toddler seat that you can stuff onto the stroller and use to make it a double tandem stroller. you can place it either in the front or on the back. The seat is 12″ wide and between 17″ and 20″ high due to the height-adjustable canopy. There is a one-handed lever recline in the seat, and you can use it with children between 3 months and 35 pounds. The same 5-point padded adjustable harness and center release is present, and you also get the canopy with the peekaboo window and SPF 50+ sun visor. It’s important to note that you can only use the RumbleSeat on the 2015 Vista. You can buy it here separately on Amazon if you want an extra.

Optional travel system. Travel systems are an effective way of getting more value out of your stroller. You can attach the UPPAbaby MESA infant car seat, which Mike has reviewed above, to the Vista. Alternatively, if you pick up an adapter, you can also use seats from manufacturers like Chicco, Graco, and Maxi-Cosi, such as the KeyFit 30.

If you’re looking to take care of all your shopping at once, here’s a link to a stroller, bassinet and MESA infant seat package on Amazon.

8 unique seating combinations. One of the fun things about high-end tandem strollers is the variety of ways you can seat your little ones. The City Select is a great example of a stroller with a ton of options, and now so is the Vista. Examples of situations you might use the seating combinations for include using 2 infant car seats, 2 toddler seats, or even 2 bassinets. You can also add the PiggyBack board to have an older child tag along, just like the equivalent system in the Navigator. It’s important to note that there are particular combinations that will require more adapters, so keep that in mind.

Optional PiggyBoard. The PiggyBoard is a neat way to bring an older child along even when s/he’s too big to fit in the stroller. It’s somewhat like a small skateboard that you attach to the back of the Vista and off you go! Keep in mind that it only works with the 2015 iteration of the Vista. It’s made of eco-friendly wood and works with kids who weigh up to 55 pounds. It also folds nicely and neatly when you aren’t using it, and that includes when it’s attached to the Vista.

Cons of the UPPAbaby Vista stroller

On the expensive end. The biggest con to the Vista is the price. It’s not a cheap stroller, even though strollers with this much functionality never are. The bassinet combined with the seat configuration capabilities mean you’re paying for a lot of flexibility that’s just not available in most strollers out there.

Still bulky when folded. This qualm is much more minor, but it bears notice; it’s a bulky stroller when you fold it up.

Updates to the UPPAbaby Vista stroller

Aluminum / magnesium frame. The frame change is designed to add durability without adding weight.

Huge and easy access basket. You can stuff more things into the basket and get them out with less effort.

Full second seat option. The RumbleSeat means you can transport toddlers easily now with the Vista.

Easier standing fold. The fold now is pretty much the same as that in the Cruz.

Updated bassinet. The bassinet includes a boot cover and zip-out liner now.

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Specifications of the UPPAbaby Vista stroller

The stroller weighs 27.5 pounds with one seat and the fame. There is a 50 pound weight limit to the main seat and a 35 pound weight limit to the RumbleSeat. The handle bar ranges between 39.5″ and 42.5″ in height, while the stroller is 26.5″ wide and 37″ long.

Warranty on the UPPAbaby Vista stroller

A 2-year warranty is included when you buy the Vista brand new. The clock starts ticking on the day you buy the stroller, and in order to claim the warranty, you need to be the original owner with proof of purchase. You can read more warranty information here.

Where to buy the UPPAbaby Vista stroller

When I get the chance, I pick up strollers and other baby things on Amazon, as they typically will have the lowest prices, free shipping and free returns, and don’t charge sales tax unless they have to. As far as high-end tandems go, I think the Vista is a sure bet. You can buy it here in Taylor, Denny, Georgie, Jake, Lindsey, Pascal, and Sunny Gold. You can buy the RumbleSeat separately here. You can buy the Vista with the RumbleSeat here. You can buy a package featuring the MESA infant car seat, bassinet, and Vista stroller here. Canadians can buy the Vista, RumbleSeat, and additional accessories here.

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