Maclaren invented the umbrella fold buggy (or buggy) over 40 years ago, changing the lives of parents from that point forward. The Maclaren reputation has since been built on its uncompromising high quality, ease of use, light weight and compactness. Designed by our team of engineers and designers in the UK, all Maclaren products must pass our own rigorous in-house testing for durability before we produce them for sale. These standards are higher than those required in the UK/Europe and the US. All Maclaren products are designed with child safety forefront in our minds. Therefore, all Maclaren buggys have a 5-point safety harness to ensure your child stays safely in the seat. We use only the highest-grade aluminium so our buggys are lightweight and very strong. Maclaren invented the 3-dimensional fold, which means the buggy folds forwards and inwards to be flatter and thinner vs. the more conventional 2-D fold, which just folds forward. Maclaren buggys can be folded using one hand and all have a carry strap, carry handle or can be hooked over your arm for easy traveling. See the 5-second fold

Are Maclaren buggys expensive?
Maclaren buggys provide excellent value for the parent who is concerned with having a high quality, safe and convenient buggy for their child. There is a significant difference in quality between a cheap buggy and a Maclaren, and you always get what you pay for! Our products are built to provide you with many years of functional use.

Inter-generational use of our products is the norm. Maclaren buggys are designed with baby’s safety and comfort foremost, with ease of use and convenience next. All Maclaren products are made with materials that meet our rigorous standards for quality. These standards allow us to put out products we are proud to put our name on. 

What are the differences between all the Maclaren models? 
Maclaren offers a range of styles to match your family’s personal taste. Also, some models are appropriate for a child from birth, and some are appropriate from the age of 3 to 6 months and onward. The models also differ in operating features, such as seat recline, viewing windows, height adjustable handles and extendable leg rests. Note that additional features sometimes translate into increased product weight or size. See the Buggy Comparison Chart for an overview of the differences.

How long can I use my Maclaren Buggy? Until what age and/or weight?  
Maclaren buggys are designed and tested to hold up to a 15 kg/33 lbs (55 lbs US) child; the twins are tested to hold up to 15 kg/33 lbs (55 lbs US) each side. Most children determine at what age they no longer want to be in a buggy. Some children want to walk when they’re two, others when they’re five. We suggest you let your child guide the usage of your buggy.

How do I open and close a Maclaren Buggy? 
Maclaren buggys have been designed to be easily closed by a busy parent. The single seat buggys can be closed with one hand. For an illustration of the Maclaren “5-second Fold”, please watch the following animation. 

What is the best way to transport my Maclaren Buggy when travelling by air? 
Due to its lightweight, compact fold Maclaren Buggys are one of the only buggys welcome on airlines. This also makes the buggys ideal for carrying onboard. Alternatively, you can check your buggy at the gate before boarding your plane. Remember, however, to affix a luggage tag as Maclaren buggys are quite popular. If you are checking your buggy through, we recommend investing in a carry bag to protect your buggy. Maclaren offers durable carry bags built especially for Maclaren single and twin buggys.

Why is there no snack tray or bumper bar for my Maclaren Buggy?
The front bumper bars on buggys are not designed to keep a child in their buggy, nor are they effective at keeping a child in their buggy. The 5-point safety harness that is standard on all Maclaren buggys is designed to safely keep your child in their seat. Additionally, the seat of the Maclaren is angled down at the back (not parallel to the ground) so your child’s weight is naturally in the back and down, adding further difficulty to a child’s desire to pull themselves forward or lean out.

How do I wash the buggy seat fabric?  
Look for the fabric care instructions label on your seat. Most seats are designed to be hand washed in cold water, or sponge cleaned.

Can I hang things from the handles?
Although the design of Maclaren handles are quite inviting to hang things from, you should never hang things (bags, packages, purses, handbags) from your buggys’ handles as it may cause the buggy to become unstable or place undue stress on the buggy that could lead to breakage. All Maclaren buggys come with a shopping basket to hold required items  

Do all Maclaren buggys have brakes?
Yes, all Maclaren buggys have dual brakes for added safety. The brakes are found on the both rear wheels, and are operated by pushing a lever/levers with your foot. Even though our brakes are easy to operate, please never leave your child unattended on even the slightest incline, for safety’s sake.

The front bumper bars on buggys are not designed to keep a child in their buggy, nor are they effective at keeping a child in their buggy. The 5-point safety harness that is standard on all Maclaren buggys is designed to safely keep your child in his seat. Additionally, the seat of the Maclaren is angled down at the back (not parallel to the ground) so your child’s weight is naturally in the back and down, adding further difficulty to a child’s desire to pull himself forward or lean out.