Ickle BubbaAtom travel system

Pushchair
9.7kg
World and parent facing

£269Typical price

Test score

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With the ability to fold down with a carrycot still attached, the Ickle Bubba Atom travel system aims to be fuss-free for everyday use. Are the other features equally smooth sailing? We asked experts and parents to review this travel system to find out.

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What is it?
What’s it like to push?
Is it straightforward to use with your child?
Is it easy to fold, transport and store?
Is it safe and sturdy?
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KEY TEST RESULTS
Pushing around obstacles
Shopping basket access and size
Comfort to push

Jan 2025First reviewed by Which?
Jun 2024Released

The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.

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How we test pushchairs

9 Jun 2025

Manoeuvrability

Overall
Pavements
Pushing around obstacles
On kerbs
On uneven surfaces
On stairs
Rough ground

How we test manoeuvrability

How easy the pushchair handles on a range of surfaces, including pavements, uneven surfaces, rough ground and around obstacles.

Travelling with the pushchair

Overall
Folding and Unfolding
Lifting and moving when folded
Storing in a standard family car
Public transport

How we test travelling with the pushchair

How easy the pushchair is to fold and unfold for storage or travel. Expect a complicated method or some difficulty adjusting models that get three or fewer stars for this attribute.

Convenience

Overall
Attaching seat unit and accessories
Reclining the backrest
Using the brakes
Shopping basket access and size
Handle
Comfort to push
Cleaning

How we test convenience

How easy it is to use the pushchair, including attaching the seat unit, reclining the seat, using the brakes, and comfort to push.

General
Type	Pushchair
Travel System	Travel system
No of wheels	4
Weight	9.7kg
Maximum weight	22kg
Claimed basket capacity (kg)	3
Direction of seat unit	World and parent facing
Folding Method	concertina
Folded height	51cm
Folded width	64cm
Folded depth	80cm
Handle height (cm)	103-103
Leg rest positions	1
Manufacturer URL	https://icklebubba.com/
Additional info	We introduced changes to our pushchair tests in 2015, 2018, 2019 and 2023. This model will not be directly comparable to those tested before November 2023.

Features
Use with carrycot	Ickle Bubba Convertible Pram Seat Unit
Use from birth	Yes
One handed fold	Yes
One handed recline	No
Self catching clip	Yes
Stands upright when folded	No
Pneumatic wheels	No
Adjustable handles	No
Back rest positions	infinite
Baby car seat compatible	Yes
Compatible model	Ickle Bubba Cirrus i-Size car seat
Included in price	Optional accessory

Accessories
Hood	Included
Shopping basket	Included
Raincover	Included
Car seat adaptors	Optional Accessory
Footmuff or apron	Included
Carrycot	Included
Ride on platform	Not Available
Changing bag	Included
Mosquito net or sun protector	Not Available
Bottle or cup holder	Included
Parasol	Optional Accessory
Carrybag for the pushchair	Not Available
Second seat or toddler seat	Not Available

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