Cool looking, not functional/practical
Reviewer: hillary ,
Aliso viejo, ca
Date: March 08, 2009
Had this for a few months when my son was only a few months old. Ended up CL-ing it. Here'e my pros/cons:
Pros:
Comfy cushy seat,
Back wheels make it smooth ride for outside walking,
Cool color choices,
Click in
maxi cosi car seat....
Cons:
HEAVY- 35lbs!!!,
Really hard/awkward to lift up off ground into the car,
Hard to "push down" to fold- takes a lot of forcing of the frame (must try it in person first),
Canopy is a joke!! Looks like some small hat on the stroller,
Smoother ride than some strollers, but NOTHING like a bob or similar,
WIDE back wheels hit everything in stores (seriously annoying/embarassing!),
No area for keys/phone etc (and looks odd if you add a console to it),
Price!!......
All in all, it's a cool different stroller but just not practical at all. If you are going to use your stroller for mostly outdoor walking or jogging, just get a
bob revolution (12 AW makes it better for shopping etc). If you're going to mainly use your stroller for shopping/errands/keeping in the car, get a lightweight stroller. We have the
baby jogger city mini and LOVE it, good for walking outside (not-long walks though), and small for the mall etc and only weights 16lbs!
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I Love the Quinny
Reviewer: Anonymous ,
Bellingham, WA
Date: February 28, 2009
I have been so happy with the Quinny Buzz from day one. It combines all the characteristics in a stroller that I was looking for into one component. The design of three wheel system makes it easy to get in and out of places, especially since the front wheel swivels around. When I am on a terrain that is difficult to maneuver with a swivel wheel I just lock the front wheel. The only thing that I think I would change on the whole stroller is creating a wheel that you could change on the front so it is full of air like the back two wheels. Having a bassinet for the first 4 months of my daughters life was great because she was a lot more comfortable on long walks then sitting in a car seat. The stroller works well on all surfaces, road and gravel trails. It has also work well for trips since it is so light and compacts for nicely. I would recommend this stroller to any of my friends.
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Try it out first
Reviewer: Samantha Belina ,
Monterey,CA
Date: January 26, 2009
I wish I had tried the stroller out before I bought it online. I did get it from this site, and the service was great. I will say that the nice thing about the stroller is the reversing seat. When my baby would not sit in any other stroller she'd sit in this one. Pros : 1. Rear facing seat! 2. Comes with bug, rain, wind shield. 3. Cool to look at
Cons: 1. Very difficult to fold! I cannot fold this one with out trying several times. I thought it would get better over time, but after a year it's still hard. Also, if you're by yourself with the baby it's hard to fold. I tried to take it on the bus and I had to have a stranger hold my baby. 2. Very small front wheel. This IS NOT a jogger. It gets caught on everything and in the swivel mode is VERY HARD to push! I find that if I stop, I have to back up and then push forward again. 3. Bottoms out when going on and off curbs. 4. Not very much cargo space. This may not be an issue for you.
Over all, if I could do it again I wouldn't buy this stroller. I was taken in by the look of it and wanted a cool stroller like the other moms. I'll be honest. I wish I had bought the bugaboo because it at least has four wheels. However, even it isn't good for my type of use. It's a great stroller for strolling, but not for walking. If you plan to stroll the shops, it's ok, but not for a walk around the block. If your block is all sidewalk with no curbs or cracks, you might be fine.
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highly recommended
Reviewer: Anonymous ,
Auckland, NZ
Date: December 21, 2008
We mothers wanted only the best for our babies aren't we? Having my 4th baby still not easy when it comes to shopping for best things from my baby's bottles to pram, I always wanted the best quality there is in the market. To be sure, I had to do lots of shopping around comparing this and that...and hours and hours of internet browsing and after all those efforts, I bought my Quinny Buzz and never regret it. I'm so satisfied with its high quality and ultra modern looking not to mention the effortless maneuvering and the comfort it brings to me and to my baby. The only regret I have is...I didn't have Quinny Buzz when I had my first three babies.
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Buy the Zapp instead...
Reviewer: Anonymous ,
Denver, CO
Date: October 27, 2008
My husband and I purchased the Quinny Buzz stroller and all the accessories that came with it (the Bassinet etc.) I highly dislike the drive of the buzz stroller, I am constantly battling the front wheel to cooperate with me, it doesn't matter what kind of surface your on smooth or rough, it has no traction and often catches going sideways- launching you into the stroller. I also had to buy a Bugaboo brand cup holder- there is no where to put a bottle or coffee cup on the stroller-an inconvenience to any mom! I am sadden to see the zapp stroller come out for a considerable amount less...I feel like we didn't get our monies worth on the buzz stroller and I would recommend any new mommy thinking about purchasing a quinny to definitely go with the zapp...I assume with 2 front wheels you won't run into the same problem we did with the buzz. Not to mention the zapp compacts much smaller than the buzz and has just as much if not more storage space. I'm buying the zapp to replace the buzz stroller.
Comments from The Staff:
So sorry to hear that you are having some troubles with your Quinny Buzz. Quinny is releasing a new version of the stroller called the Buzz 4 Complete for 2009. This will have all the same great features but will have 4 wheels to increase stability. Thanks for leaving a review! Michelle, Site Manager
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Perfect Stroller
Reviewer: Laura Smith ,
Cape Elizabeth, Me
Date: June 10, 2008
This stroller offers a sleek design at a great price. I love the fact that the maxi cosi car seat attaches. It is easy to unfold...a bit harder to fold but after a couple of practice runs you'll be a pro. I have used it on uneaven terrian without difficulty. I would recommend this to anyone. I love having the available recline- when my daughter falls asleep I simply lay it flat.
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Nice Stroller, but quality control is a problem
Reviewer: Anonymous ,
New Orleans, LA
Date: April 15, 2008
We love this stroller but I am not sure we would have bought it again after the ordeal we have been through. We opened up the box to discover the stroller was defective. We had to go back to the manufacturer to get another stroller sent to us.
The new stroller that was sent to us had a defective wheel, so the manufacturer sent us another wheel. All in all, our baby was home for a while before the stroller actually worked to use it.
The stroller looks super cool, is relatively easy to operate. It doesn't take up a lot of floor space like some I have seen. The Mico car seat fits very well into the stroller, but my husband and I both find it difficult to get the car seat unhitched from the stroller. Just FYI.
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LOVE IT!
Reviewer: Anonymous ,
Las Vegas, NV
Date: February 10, 2008
I absolutely love the Quinny Buzz. When choosing between the Bugaboo, Orbit and a couple of others, this won the race. It is very small and easy to maneuver. On top of that it is super easy to use. After having a 9 lb baby (and no upper body strength) I had no problem transporting the stroller. I am a Quinny fan for life; I also love the Maxi Cosi car seat. It is easy to use and although it may not matter to all-it is the most attractive car seat I have seen.
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Hip, Cool, and Easy to Use
Reviewer: Donna ,
New York, NY
Date: January 29, 2008
I have the Quinny Buzz with the Dreami and Mico car seat. I love the Dreami for taking walks, it detaches easily and my daughter is not disturbed if she is napping. We have used the Dreami while visiting for her to sleep in, it is comfortable and the blanket keeps her cozy. The weather and bug net protect her from the elements, so no worries. THe Mico car seat snaps in and out as well, so quick trips in and out of any store is easy. I have not yet used the stroller seat, my daughter is only 3 months, but I have put it in and out rather easily as well. Everywhere I go people comment on how great the stroller looks and where did I get it.
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