Babystyle Oyster 2
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The Babystyle Oyster 2 (also known as the Oy2) is an improved version of the popular Oyster. The Oyster 2 is relatively light and narrow, but still quite sturdy. The chunky wheels with foam-filled tires have a light suspension to ensure the smoothest ride. It can handle all kinds of terrain, but it is not designed for off-roading. To get through rougher terrain, optional rear wheels with air-filled tires are available. An enlarged basket can handle even a mountain of shopping.

The Oyster 2 looks more luxurious thanks to the visible silver frame around the entire seat part and hood. The padded seat with built-in mosquito net is even more comfortable. The seat is more upright, so the baby will not lean when sitting. In addition to the three original positions, the fourth - fully reclined position was added, so you could place even the smallest children into the seat. The safety harness have been extended so the larger children will also fit in comfortably. The upgraded hood is more curved, so it won’t rub against the child’s head so soon. In addition, it extends silently so that the little sleeper doesn’t wake up. If you are looking for a full-featured system from birth, you can create it with a carrycot or a car seat. You can place them onto the chassis at the standard height or raise them with the optional elevating adapters.

You can personalize your Oyster 2 by mix and matching different colors. The chassis is available in glossy silver and black. For the new model, you can also pick black or "camel" brown color of the leatherette handle. To the basic black seat, you can add an optional Color Pack. The set consists of a hood, matching seat liner, head support and now a footmuff in a fabric bag. You have plenty of colors to choose from including the popular striped Vogue Humbug. The Oyster 2 underwent a mini facelift in 2016 improving the quality of textiles available in new colors.

The Oyster 2 also came out in limited editions with a hand-sewn leather handle. The City Gray is all in gray, including its chassis. The City Bronze is a combination of beige and black with a bronze chassis and trimmed parts. For the year 2018, the Rose Gold will surprise you by the glossy black textiles that contrast with the pink gold chassis.

Babystyle Oyster 2 Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
11 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
106 cm x 56 cm x 80-94 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
70 cm x 55 cm x 52 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
UK

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
15 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-36 months
Reversible seat unit
Yes
Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
No
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, 3 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
49 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
30 x 26 cm
Total length of the seat unit
85 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
No
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
Machine washable
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
Yes
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
Yes
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
No
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
Yes
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
No
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
No
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
Yes
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
No
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Rear wheels type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
18 cm
Rear wheels diameter
25 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
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)
Adjustable suspension softness
No
Rocking chassis
No

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
Yes
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
Yes
Self-standing fold
Yes
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
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Telescopic
Handlebar material
Leatherette (PU/eco-leather)
Handlebar height
94-106 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

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

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
72 x 31 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
No,
Rocking-base carrycot
No
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
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (without adapters), 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
Yes

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
Yes
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
Yes
Seat liner/insert included
Yes
Changing bag included
No
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 Babystyle Oyster 2

4.5/5
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It has everything you need

5
  • color packs for both seat and bassinet part (hood, pad)
  • an apron / - thanks to it I can create a "new stroller" when I feel like I need a change of style
  • a lot of accessories - built-in mosquito net, raincoat, stroller pad, footrest; in other strollers it has to be laboriously adjusted and the price increases
  • comfortable padding and really soft seating in the seat part
  • height-adjustable handle covered with eco-leather, also a belly bar / handle in front of the child
  • sprung wheels
  • spacious basket and especially easy to access
  • relatively light, approx. 11 kg
  • good manoeuvrability
  • window in the hood
  • the only major drawback I see is the inability to adjust the height of the canopy as with the newer oyster 3 model - if this could be done, the stroller would last from birth to the end of the stroller need without the need to buy a buggy; but then we wouldn't be able to change strollers so much :)

The ideal city stroller. Smart, agile - it has everything you need. I recommend from birth to about 2 years. Great advantage - the "color packs" .

My daughter does too

4

Not only do I like the stroller, but my daughter does too. She seems to be happy in it 🙋♀️We'll use it 100% 😗

A great stroller

4

Its a great stroller in my opinion <3 <3 <3

Your questions about the Babystyle Oyster 2

1)

I've noticed that there are 2 stud buttons at the top of the pushchair seat unit (right at the top of headrest, on the inside where the hood starts). I cannot figure out what they are for as the padded insert doesn't have any corresponding buttons to secure it to.

Have you got any idea what they are for???

Thanks 😊

Hey, Jess,

As far as I know, they should be used for an original footmuff.

.eli - 30 Jul 2023

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