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New releases in the pushchair market don't normally make front-page news, but the Bugaboo Donkey single-to-twin convertible travel system pushchair caused a splash, not least because of its eyebrow-raising price. To get at the truth behind the hype, we sent two Donkeys to our lab, where parents and pushchair experts assembled, pushed, pulled, folded, accessorised, sponged and measured them to see how good they are.
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Specification criteria Specification
Specification
Test Date 26 October 2011
Style of pushchair Double buggy
Travel system Can the pushchair can be used as a travel system by using it with a child car seat? Yes
Sets of Wheels 4
Use with carrycot Can attach a carrycot to the pushchair? Either on the frame instead of the seat, or on top of the seat? Yes - instead of the seat
Pneumatic wheels Yes
Dimensions
Pushchair weight (kg) Pushchair only, without accessories. 18.0
Folded dimensions (cm) Size in cm of the pushchair when it is folded. If the pushchair has a separate seat and chassis we give the folded volume of the chassis only. 43x74x67
Age and weight suitability
Suitable for use from birth? A 'Yes - seat is excellent' pushchair has a seat with a backrest that reclines to more than 150 degrees, which is best for newborn babies. The backrest on a 'No' pushchair seat either does not recline to more than 120 degrees, or reclines so the baby lies less than 60 degrees from horizontal; the British pushchair safety standard means that the 'less than 60 degrees' minimum recline can be classified as suitable from birth in the UK, but Which? thinks that this is out of date and believes that a greater recline is better for newborn babies. We follow the more up-to-date European standard and do not recommend these models for babies under 6 months. Pushchairs labelled 'No' do not recline far enough to be suitable from birth, but can be used from 6 months. Pushchairs labelled 'Yes- with carrycot only' are suitable from birth only if you use the compatible carrycot until the baby is six months. The seat on these pushchairs is not suitable for use under six months. The carrycot may or may not be included in the price. Yes - with carrycot only
Maximum child weight (kg) Manufacturer's recommendation. If the cell is blank the manufacturer does not specify this information in its instruction booklet. Weights for double pushchairs are per seat. 17
Adjustment options
Parent-facing option Whether the seat unit can face backwards towards the pusher or forwards Yes
Height adjustable handles Yes
Handle height (cm) 83-106
Number of back rest positions How many positions the backrest can be set in 4
Number of leg rest positions How many positions the leg rest can be set in 1
Folding attributes
Folding Method Whether the pushchair: folds into itself to make a long, thin package (umbrella fold); folds into a square package like a concertina or folds over itself in a scissor action. The way it folds will determine the folded size, shape and volume. Scissor
1-handed folding Whether we were able to fold the pushchair using one hand in our tests. Although one hand fold may be possible, a 'yes' does not also mean that it was easy. No
Self-catching clip A self-catching clip automatically holds the pushchair shut when it is folded, making it easier to lift. Yes
Stands upright when folded A pushchair that stands unaided when it is folded is easier to store or use on public transport. No
Car seat
Car seat compatible These pushchairs can be used with a car seat. Inclusion of the car seat here does not mean that it too is a Best Buy. However it will not have been awarded a Don't Buy status in our test. Yes
Also compatible with Some pushchairs are also compatible with other brands of car seat Maxi-Cosi
Compatible models Maxi-Cosi Cabrio Fix and Pebble
Car seat included in price Some car seats are included in the price, others are sold separately. Optional
Standard accessories
Hood You would normally expect to find this included in the price of your pushchair. Included in price
Shopping basket You would normally expect to find this included in the price of your pushchair. Included in price
Raincover You would normally expect to find this included in the price of your pushchair. Included in price
Additional accessories
Car seat adaptors These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Footmuff or apron These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Carrycot These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Included in price
Ride on platform These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Changing bag These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Mosquito net or sun protector These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Bottle or cup holder These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Parasol These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Carrybag for the pushchair These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Not available
Second seat or toddler seat These are usually available as optional accessories that will cost extra. Optional accessory
Manufacturer contact details
Phone number 0800 587 8265
Web address www.bugaboo.com

Bugaboo Donkey Duo

  • Launch date: Mar 2011
  • Type: Double buggy
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Typical price
£994.00
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