Ickle BubbaStar pram

Pram
9.6kg
World and parent facing

£200Typical price

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The Ickle Bubba Star pram claims to take your child from birth to toddler in safety and comfort without breaking the bank. Can this budget buy pass our stringent checks and win over our parent and expert testers? Read our full review of the pram to find out.

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Is it easy to fold, transport and store?
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KEY TEST RESULTS
Pushing around obstacles
Shopping basket access and size
Comfort to push

Mar 2023First reviewed by Which?
Dec 2022Released

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

27 Jan 2026

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	Pram
Travel System	Travel system
No of wheels	4
Weight	9.6kg
Maximum weight	15kg
Claimed basket capacity (kg)	3
Direction of seat unit	World and parent facing
Folding Method	Scissor
Folded height	31cm
Folded width	57cm
Folded depth	76cm
Handle height (cm)	101-101
Leg rest positions	1
Manufacturer URL	https://www.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 October 2019 and after November 2023.

Features
Use with carrycot	Seat converts
Use from birth	Yes
One handed fold	Yes
One handed recline	Yes
Self catching clip	Yes
Stands upright when folded	No
Pneumatic wheels	No
Adjustable handles	No
Back rest positions	3
Baby car seat compatible	Yes
Compatible model	Ickle Bubba Astral Group 0+ car seat

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	Not available
Mosquito net or sun protector	Not available
Bottle or cup holder	Not available
Parasol	Optional accessory
Carrybag for the pushchair	Not available
Second seat or toddler seat	Not available

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