The four all-terrain rubber tires arrive unattached, but they’re a highlight of the stroller wagon’s appealing maneuverability. In our lab, we loved how the lightweight aluminum frame glided across sand, grass, and smooth flooring, and turned like a pro. The handlebar’s adjustable height makes for a comfortable pushing or pulling experience, even with one hand. There’s even an accessible brake to secure the stroller wagon when you need to stop and rest. Most of the assembly includes popping and clicking pieces into place, like the handlebar and wheels. A downside is the lack of a compact fold for storage in the trunk of a car.
We felt some resistance when we loaded the stroller wagon with gear, but its beautiful maneuverability on turns made us forget the minor inconvenience. Its front swivel wheels allow you to make tight corners using one hand. In addition, each side of the Jeep stroller wagon features a height-adjustable leatherette handlebar for comfortable pushing or pulling.
With so many extra features, we were surprised by how easy this stroller was to put together and fold down. In our lab, pieces like the wheel axle and canopies clicked evenflo wagon stroller into the frame without the need for any tools. To fold it, we just pulled a small loop in the middle of the wagon’s floor, and everything came up in one step.
A huge exterior cargo basket and several interior and exterior pockets (some mesh) hold kid and adult items, like a tablet or cell phone. There’s even an exterior cup holder for the grown-ups, though it’s on the narrow side. While we love the five-point safety harnesses for security, they’re a pain to buckle (they attach in five places), and you must rethread them to adjust the height. There are good reasons why the Joey Stroller Wagon has a steep price, including its high-quality, superb maneuverability, and compact design. If you have a baby, you can use an infant car seat adapter or a nap-time accessory (sold separately), transforming the wagon portion into a bassinet with a quilted, removable mattress pad. Stroller wagons are a 2-in-1 design, so the upfront cost is often higher than your standard wagon.
We’re impressed with the 216-pound wagon weight limit for carrying more than just kids—plenty of room for coolers and beach cargo. Children aged 6 months up to 55 pounds can safely and comfortably ride in reclining and evenflo car seat removable seats with five-point safety belts. Instead of individual canopies, the Keenz XC features one extensive canopy system with UV protection and blackout panels with mesh windows for privacy and protection.