When looking for an umbrella stroller that I could use on public transportation here in the city and for running quick errands, it came down to the G-Luxe or the Maclarens (Triumph and Quest). I test drove them all in the store and went with the G-Luxe, because: 1) it stands on its own when folded, which is REALLY handy when waiting for a train or bus, plus it takes up less storage space in the apartment that way; 2) it's better designed for taller people (both in terms of handle height and feet not kicking the back when you walk); 3) it has a cup holder; 4) the recline adjusts to any position (Maclaren has a few fixed positions, and the Triumph doesn't recline as far); 5) sun coverage seemed a little better; 6) it's cheaper. All the strollers were about equal in terms of having great maneuverability, and all have small but relatively functional storage baskets. The G-luxe is a two-hand fold, but it's super simple and smooth and requires no feet (so you can do it barefoot or in... Read more

I have probably bought 1000 items from Amazon in the last 10 years. This is the first time I have felt compelled to write a review.

We bought the G-Luxe a few weeks ago before a trip to Tuscany with our 9-month old daughter. After reading reviews and testing all the Maclaren models in stores we decided to take a chance on the G-Luxe. This stroller is fantastic, and gave me one of those rare consumer moments where I wondered why anyone would buy anything else. Briefly:

The build quality and materials are outstanding. I am a designer and sculptor and know something about industrial design.

Ergonomics are excellent. I am 6' and my wife is 5'-4" and we both found it very easy to push and use.

The wheels handled even difficult medieval cobblestones with no problem. Driving on flat stretches was ultra smooth. The brakes operate better than competitors.

Folding and unfolding operations are very slick and better than... Read more

I have used this stroller daily for 7 months, sometimes covering 5+ miles in a day.
It has held up extremely well, I chuckled when I read that it was consrutcted to "retain new appearance and feel" but I must say it has lived up to the claim. Where I live 80% of the terrain I cover is uneven brick sidewalks and cobblestone streets & paths, which must potentially increase wear 5 fold, but it still looks and performs as new, the fabric amazingly has neither faded nor shows signs of stress or wear. Below are some bullet points of the features I like about this stroller.

*Lightweight, I can easily carry this stroller in one hand with my 24 pound 18mo in the other, up two flights of stairs. Im the dad, but mom can easily do the same.

*Comfort, My toddler is able to rest on the go thanks to the cushy reclining seat.

*Storage, the netted basket under the seat holds with ease; a diaper me darling stuffed with 4 diapers and a plastic wipe container, a... Read more