Cybex Balios S 2in1
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The Cybex Balios S 2v1 (Gold) is a new arrival and 2020 improvement of the Cybex Balios S that, in the original (now called Lux) version featured a conventional, full lie-flat type of the seat unit (as opposed to 2in1's bucket seat). The Balios S 2v1 is a 2in1 stroller system (with a possibility to add a car seat to make a 3in1 system with a travel system option).
The chassis features a suspension system and is combined with a carrycot and a bucket-type of the seat. The frame of the seat accommodates the carrycot fabrics as well, which saves you some storage space (and makes the cleaning and maintenance easier). This is a system that is very similar to the discontinued Cybex Priam with the 2in1 Light Seat. Over and above, the carrycot of this type is even more spacious, while the ergonomic seat unit is great for babies suffering from reflux. Another advantage is the extra-long hood with a sun visor. The seat can be reclined by being tilted as a whole using just one hand (even in the forward-facing mode).
The Cybex Balios S 2v1 (Gold) is a new arrival and 2020 improvement of the Cybex Balios S that, in the original (now called Lux) version featured a conventional, full lie-flat type of the seat unit (as opposed to 2in1's bucket seat). The Balios S 2v1 is a 2in1 stroller system (with a possibility to add a car seat to make a 3in1 system with a travel system option).
The chassis features a suspension system and is combined with a carrycot and a bucket-type of the seat. The frame of the seat accommodates the carrycot fabrics as well, which saves you some storage space (and makes the cleaning and maintenance easier). This is a system that is very similar to the discontinued Cybex Priam with the 2in1 Light Seat. Over and above, the carrycot of this type is even more spacious, while the ergonomic seat unit is great for babies suffering from reflux. Another advantage is the extra-long hood with a sun visor. The seat can be reclined by being tilted as a whole using just one hand (even in the forward-facing mode).
Cybex Balios S 2in1 Features & Specifications
The Basics
- Type
- Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
- Stroller weight
- 11.5 kg
- Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 110 cm x 60 cm x 90 cm
- Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 75 cm x 60 cm x 41 cm
- Chassis material
- Aluminum
- Country of origin
- Germany
- Stroller available as a pushchair (seat unit configuration) only; newborn accessories (like a carrycot) need to be purchased separately
- Yes
The Seat unit
- Maximum weight capacity - seat load
- 17 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
- Yes
- L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
- Yes
- Reclining backrest
- Yes, 3 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
- No
- Extendable leg rest
- No
- Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
- Yes
- Footrest
- Yes
- 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)
- Yes
- 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
- Yes
- 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
- 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
- No
- Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
- No
The Wheels
- Number of wheels
- 4
- Front wheel(s) type
- EVA foam-coated wheels, Rubber-coated wheels
- Rear wheels type
- EVA foam-coated wheels, Rubber-coated wheels
- Front wheels diameter
- 18 cm
- Rear wheels diameter
- 27 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
- No,
- Two-wheel mode
- No
The Suspension
- Suspension
- Yes
- Wheels with suspension
- All
- Suspension type
- Open springs
- 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
- Yes
- 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
- No
- Self-standing fold
- Yes
- Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
- Yes
- Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
- Yes
- 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
- Foam
- Handlebar height
- 99-110 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
- 5 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
- No
The Carrycot
- Carrycot compatible
- Yes (with adapters)
- Carry handle on the carrycot
- Yes,
- Inclining carrycot mattress
- No,
- Foldable carrycot
- Yes,
- 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 (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
- No
- Mosquito net included
- No
- Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
- No
- Seat liner/insert included
- No
- 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
Best Deals for Cybex Balios S 2in1
Parent reviews of the Cybex Balios S 2in1
- robust yet lightweight
- easy to handle
- the suspension is very good
- slightly too wide
- the footrest in the seat pack is not adjustable
- a bit of a hassle to reassemble the carry cot and the seat pack
We have been using the Cybex Balios S 2in1 stroller for 5 months. I really like it because it is sturdy yet lightweight. We use it in town and it is perfect. One of the best strollers in this price range in my opinion. However, I am not satisfied with the seat pack. My little girl is bored of the carry cot and we tried the seat pack but she is lying in it very strangely. It doesn't seem very comfortable. Overall, I don't regret buying this stroller.
- Good quality
- Has an adapter to use with the car seat
- Not very compact when folded
It is a good stroller, but I am a bit disappointed because it is not very compact: I need to separate the seat unit from the frame to put it in the trunk if the car.
A great idea for those who missed the Light seat of the old Priam! It is quite less compact than the "Lux" version, though. Overall, you get quite a nice performance for that money.
Your questions about the Cybex Balios S 2in1
Does the car seat swivel on the base?
Hi, Chelsea,
Yes, the Balis S 2in1's seat unit is reversible, so it can face the street and also the parent.
Hi!
I have a Cybex Balios S 2in1 and my question is: I can't fold it to fit in the trunk of the car. I have to separate the accent part from the wheels part, right?
Thanks
Hi, Inês,
Well, the stroller is rather bulky, and you do need to remove the seat unit from the frame to make it an ok size, yes. So first, remove the seat, fold the frame, and store it in two pieces.
If there is a problem with the folding even after removal of the seat, you should find a service/claim your warranty as there is probably an internal problem if the stroller doesn't fold.