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Hauck Colibri
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Hauck Colibri

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Hauck Colibri Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
6.9 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
104 cm x 55 cm x 91 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
66 cm x 55 cm x 25.5 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Germany

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
25 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-24 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, 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
Yes, 2 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Width and depth of the sitting surface
30 x ? cm
Total length of the seat unit
87 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
Wipe-clean only
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
No
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
Yes
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
Yes
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
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
No
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
Rear wheels type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
14 cm
Rear wheels diameter
15.5 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, 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
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
Yes
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
Yes
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Pivoting
Handlebar material
Leatherette (PU/eco-leather)
Handlebar height
91-104 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
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
72 x 31 cm
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 (without 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
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

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Parent reviews of the Hauck Colibri

3.1/5
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  • Suitable from birth to 3-4 yrs old (Comfortable to sleep horizontally still at a height of 95 cm)
  • Rear facing!
  • Lightweight and small
  • Horizontal sleeping position
  • Sturdy
  • Very fair price tag
  • Large canopy
  • Large free space between basket and seat unit allowing to place bulky (fairly light items) like a backpack there
  • Little suspension so for newborn not ideal on uneven terrain
  • At a child s weight of 14 Kg plus basket full with groceries it has trouble handling steps/wholes in the sidewalk

I love the Hauck colibri as it is adapted to train travel (lightweight, small)/stairs/ fits in every trunk while still allowing my child to sit rear facing which she still adores at 3 year old. I cannot support the wobbly/not sturdy part of some other reviews. Of course, it has little suspension, and to pass a higher step on a sidewalk with a heavier child, you need to grab the front wheels. BUT we've taken it on grass, in some 3cm slush/snow, good forest roads, ferries and packed the basket with way more than 3 kg (foldable car seat/backpack/2.5yr old climbing inside) and it has held up for almost 2 years now. One screw loosened and it didn't fold properly anymore but retightening the screw and it works like a charm again. For me, especially for the price tag it is unbeatable.

  • Lovely looking
  • World or parent facing which I absolutely loved
  • Can put car seat on if you need
  • Good size basket
  • I returned mine as it wasn’t very sturdy, I wouldn’t feel like it would hold up very well on any sort of bumpy terrain even walking pavements to town
  • It wouldn’t last very long for the child, my small 3 month old fit in it excellently but I can’t see a 1 year old feeling the same
  • I also wouldn’t chance it with the weight as even though it says it’s okay, it really didn’t feel robust enough

Not sturdy.

  • price
  • modern design
  • low weight
  • compact folding
  • small wheels
  • small seat
  • cup holder on the outside
  • loose frame
  • shallow basket
  • short canopy

Small and compact, but very simple and cheaper feeling. I mean, if you need a reversible pushchair and something for a tiny boot for not too much money, OK. But you'll feel the frame loosen up the more you go over bumps, and the small wheels get stuck in potholes.

I quite detest the cup holder which I bump into everything - such a shame it's protruding outside.

The last niggle of mine would be the short, small seat. It will last up to about 18 months of the child, so no way to put a 25 kg child inside.

Your questions about the Hauck Colibri

1)

Is the seat of this stroller sit upright at 90 degrees?

Hi, Anshu,

No, it isn't, pretty much no stroller seat is at 90-degrees, it is a technical thing and almost impossible to achieve with folding strollers. The seat is at about ~100 degree angle when fully upright.

.eli - 18 Mar 2022
2)

Hi Eli,

I'm wondering if this stroller can be folded when in the parent facing position? I've seen your comments about the weak suspension and I also wonder if it will be the best stroller for me in London. Pavements can be bumpy and there are a lot of kurbs to go up and down. There are also some cobbled streets. I need a stroller that will be good to travel through an airport as well as work as a day to day stroller in the city. I hope you can advise me further.

Thanks
Áine

Hiya, Áine,

Well, if you read my comment, you would know this is not the best stroller in terms of sturdiness and bumps on the road. They will make the ride quite uncomfortable and also quite wobbly - this will get worse over time, with strain (which bumps and cobblestones most certainly are). I mean, I do believe it can survive all that somehow if you'll be careful and also won't expect too much of this pram, BUT it would not be my choice for London.

About the folding, it can fold both parent- and rearward-facing, so yes, that requirement will be fulfilled. The short seat and weaker joints, combined with the super small wheels, make this, however, more of a second, occasional stroller for a smaller child.

My own choice for something like you mention would be something more sturdy (even when plane traveling and the stroller being thrown around, you'll appreciate quality) - even if pre-owned. Similar in size would be the Cybex Mios (I know, a new one is not cheap) or the Easywalker Charley (full Easywalker Charley review here) - but the EW you might not be able to get your hands on (try on their own site).

Also, if you're looking at something affordable while lightweight, you might want to "sacrifice" the reversible seat unit and go for something like an Oyster Zero with a bassinet, or, perhaps, an Uppababy Minu with a carrycot. Again, I would rather advise a higher quality stroller bought second hand than a cheap new pram that will perform worse. But, if a new one is most definitely for you, I, of course, understand.

.eli - 05 Jan 2022
3)

Hello,

I would like to know if I can, with this stroller and its suspensions, be comfortable on damaged roads, paths or earth/dirt roads?

Thank you so much

Hey, Alex!

I am so sorry to disappoint you, but this is a VERY urban morel with weak suspension and super small wheels. On damaged roads, you will be very uncomfortable with it, and you might damage it and its frame considerably as it is not meant for such use at all.

I strongly recommend you to read this guide about stroller wheels types, also this guide about three-wheeled versus four-wheeled strollers, and, lastly, this article about choosing your stroller. You should find that to set up priorities when choosing a stroller will be the first you need and that you'll need a pram with a stronger, larger chassis and bigger wheels. Quality wins in this case, as you need a heavy-duty stroller, not a small, compact urban ride, so do consider a higher stroller budget or a pre-owned but better-quality stroller.

.eli - 09 Nov 2021

This is your place to ask us a (quick) question about the Hauck Colibri