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BabyActive Shell Eko
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BabyActive Shell Eko

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The BabyActive Shell Eko is affordable and one of the most popular BabyActive strollers. Thanks to the rounded, robust chassis with a dual rear suspension, and air-filled wheels, the Eko can handle even a terrain that is more demanding. You can choose either a silver or a white chassis to match with optional white or dark tire spokes. The name of the stroller suggests its leatherette elements on the upholstery as well as leatherette details.

The shape of the unique hood reminds of a shell, hence the name Shell (Eko). The double pop-out sun visor comes with a unique see-through front panel. The top part of the carrycot can be removed so that you reveal the lighter, well-ventilated summer version. The spectacular, removable curtains are included with the hood. The hood of the seat unit is also ventilated, and robust enough to protect against the sharp sun. The carrycot and the seat unit are both reversible. The seat unit offers a full recline. The stroller comes with a rain cover, a seat liner, and a changing bag in the shape of a shell included. The Shell Eko is available as a 2in1 stroller system, a 3in1 stroller system with a car seat and adapters, or as a 4in1 stroller system with an Isofix base. The stroller was also released in a golden-toned Gold Edition.

BabyActive Shell Eko Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
12.4 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
124 cm x 61 cm x 85 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
96 cm x 61 cm x 37 cm frame only
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Poland
Only available as a stroller system
Yes

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
15 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-30 months
Reversible seat unit
Yes
Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
Yes
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
No
Reclining backrest
Yes, 4 positions
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
Yes
Backrest recline type
Rear-located recline mechanism (e.g., lever-operated)
One-hand backrest recline system
Yes
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
Yes, 4 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
Yes
Footrest
Yes
Width and depth of the sitting surface
40 x ? cm
Total length of the seat unit
96 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
Yes
Height-adjustable seat
No
Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
No
2in1 convertible carrycot/seat unit (pramette travel system)
No
Fabrics removable for cleaning
Yes
Seat fabrics cleaning
Wipe-clean only
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
No
Ventilation integrated into the seat
No
Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
No

The Canopy (Hood)

Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
Yes
Extendable canopy/hood
No
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
Yes
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
Yes
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
Yes
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
No
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
Yes
A pocket integrated into the canopy
No
Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
Yes
Peek-a-boo window can be closed/covered
Yes
Quiet (magnetic/no velcro) peek-a-boo window
Yes
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
Yes
Bumper bar type (style)
Bar
Removable bumper bar
Yes
Gate-opening (swing-away) bumper bar
Yes
Height-adjustable bumper bar
No
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
Yes
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
Air-filled (inflatable) tires
Rear wheels type
Air-filled (inflatable) tires
Front wheels diameter
24 cm
Rear wheels diameter
30 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
Yes, front only
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
All
Suspension type
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism), Open springs
Adjustable suspension softness
Yes
Rocking chassis
Yes

The Brake

Central brake system/type
One-step rocker pedal (flip-flop friendly)
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Flat (compact) fold
One-hand fold
No
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
No
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
n/a
Self-standing fold
No
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
Yes
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
No
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Pivoting
Handlebar material
Leatherette (PU/eco-leather)
Handlebar height
90-115 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
No
Basket's weight capacity
2 kg
Closable basket
Yes
An extra basket can be attached to the frame
No
A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
78 x 34 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
Yes,
Foldable carrycot
Yes,
Rocking-base carrycot
Yes
Ventilatilated carrycot base (bottom ventilation system)
No,
Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
No,
Carrycot positioned high on the frame
Yes

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
Yes
Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
No

The Accessories & Extra features

Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
No
Cup holder can be attached
Yes
Reflective elements
No
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
Yes
Mosquito net included
No
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
Yes
Seat liner/insert included
Yes
Changing bag included
Yes
Carry bag/transport cover for the folded stroller included
No
Motorized/Baterry-powered
No
LED light(s)
No
Built-in audio speakers
No
A storage/bag can be attached instead of a seat
No

Parent reviews of the BabyActive Shell Eko

1.8/5
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The cushioned frame is ill-thought-out

1.0
  • It's pretty to look at
  • Suspension broke
  • The colour has faded
  • Removable part on the seat is getting yellow

The cushioned frame is ill-thought-out.

Terrible quality of wheels

1

Terrible quality of wheels on such an expensive stroller.

  • Large bassinet and sports - as well as a bag
  • The colours are beautiful and the material too
  • Chassis - quick to get loose, difficult to control (at least for me)

The stroller as such looks very nice. What I would change completely is the chassis.

Great for winter

4
  • Large, spacious carrycot
  • Reversible seat unit
  • Spacious seat
  • Large wheels with air-filled tires
  • Heavy
  • Takes up a lot of car boot space

A spacious pram with large air-filled wheels and long hood. Great for winter.

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