Phil&Teds Smart Buggy V1
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Phil&Teds Smart Buggy V1

DISCONTINUED in 2015
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Phil&Teds Smart Buggy V1 Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Umbrella stroller (buggy), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
8 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
98 cm x 56 cm x 88 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
75 cm x 45 cm x 20 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
New Zealand

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
20 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-36 months
Reversible seat unit
Yes
Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
No
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
Yes
Reclining backrest
Yes, 2 positions
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
No
Backrest recline type
Side levers
One-hand backrest recline system
No
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
No
Extendable leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
51 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
28 x 24 cm
Total length of the seat unit
75 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
No
Height-adjustable seat
No
Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
No
2in1 convertible carrycot/seat unit (pramette travel system)
No
Fabrics removable for cleaning
No
Seat fabrics cleaning
Wipe-clean only
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the seat
Yes
Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
No

The Canopy (Hood)

Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
Yes
Extendable canopy/hood
No
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
No
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
Yes
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
No
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
No
A pocket integrated into the canopy
No
Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
No
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
No
Bumper bar can be purchased separately
No
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Rear wheels type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
18 cm
Rear wheels diameter
23 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
No
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
Yes,
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
Rear
Suspension type
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
Adjustable suspension softness
No
Rocking chassis
No

The Brake

Central brake system/type
One-step rocker pedal (flip-flop friendly)
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Telescopic
One-hand fold
No
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
Yes
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
No
Self-standing fold
No
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
No
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
Yes
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
Yes
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
No
Handlebar material
Foam
Handlebar height
98 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
Yes

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
No
Basket's weight capacity
5 kg
Closable basket
No
An extra basket can be attached to the frame
No
A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
79 x 34 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
Yes,
Rocking-base carrycot
No
Ventilatilated carrycot base (bottom ventilation system)
Yes,
Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
No,
Carrycot positioned high on the frame
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
Yes
Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
No

The Accessories & Extra features

Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
No
Cup holder can be attached
Yes
Reflective elements
No
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
No
Mosquito net included
No
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
No
Seat liner/insert included
No
Changing bag included
No
Carry bag/transport cover for the folded stroller included
No
Motorized/Baterry-powered
No
LED light(s)
No
Built-in audio speakers
No
A storage/bag can be attached instead of a seat
No

Parent reviews of the Phil&Teds Smart Buggy V1

4.5/5
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There is beauty in simplicity

5

There is beauty in simplicity - this is the top for me. Unfortunately I didn't have time to try it really - the little one grew too fast.

  • design, design, design!!!
  • color personalization
  • seat unit
  • large wheels can tackle some terrain
  • follow-the-sun canopy
  • no lay-flat position - only for older children
  • you need to find a knack for the folding system, at first seems a little difficult
  • popping it up curbs could be better balanced

The most interesting umbrella stroller I have ever seen (and had to own)! It looks really beautiful. I bought it originally in black because it was the only offer I found at the time - but later on, I ordered a new seat unit as well as a canopy from the Phil&Teds website. I must say, even though for clothing I love the black color very much, I am not so fond of black strollers - with the association of babies in it, such a stroller seems a bit sad to me, plus it attracts warmth more than other colors.

Anyway, my Smart Buggy looked so fresh afterward - bright orange and yellow. I haven't seen a more beautiful umbrella stroller - nor a more colorful one! :-) Although many are skeptical about the design of the seat, I must say that this was the best thing about this stroller. It's comfortable, incredibly easy to clean, and ergonomically shaped. My little one loved to sit and ride in it. The seat can be reclined tilted only slightly - it is not suitable for small babies or children who are used to sleep long and/or regularly in the stroller. My first two almost never slept in their strollers, so for us, this one was ideal.

The seat unit CAN actually be reversed, but only with adapters, which we didn't have (or need for that matter). Even a carrycot is available, but we didn't have one - we bought the buggy when my son was more than a year old. The canopy with UPF50+ can be flipped forward like a sun shield, which was great against the sun, but my little one played with it and kept flipping over (which was a bit annoying) :-D The stroller folded down nicely fit into our car boot easily, but it wasn't the smallest I owned by far. Large, high-quality wheels passed through grass acceptably, and would, in my opinion, also tackle snow quite well (I did not use it in winter). When lifting the stroller up a curb, I had to push slightly more than I would like to. The basket was not the largest, but it was, to my surprise, possible to load it with quite a bit of shopping.

To summarize, the Smart Buggy is ideal for children who already can walk but still need a stroller. For short strolls, shopping, city use.

Your questions about the Phil&Teds Smart Buggy V1

1)

Does this one work as carry on on an aeroplane?

Hey, Therese,

No, it is too large - especially long - after folding. It won't fit the cabin luggage requirements.

.eli - 14 Jul 2023

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