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Joie Chrome DLX
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Joie Chrome DLX

The huge-basketed, L-shaped-frame, newborn-ready urban system
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The Joie Chrome DLX is a higher, deluxe version of the Joie Chrome featuring new, modern melange fabrics. This variable stroller can be used from birth. Compared to the basic version, the weight capacity was increased. The L-shaped chassis can handle the city as well as a slightly challenging terrain. Its shape makes the spacious basket easily accessible. The DLX's wheels are larger and equipped with a softer suspension with visible rear springs to provide a smoother ride. Foam-filled tires replaced the former rear solid wheels. The enlarged seat comes with a backrest offering 5 various recline positions including flat. You can also lift the leg rest. When the sun is too sharp, the hood can be extended to an XXL size. The stroller offers a rather compact fold even with the seat positioned in whatever direction. Once folded, you can pull the stroller behind you like luggage. The DLX is usually available in a stroller system, which can also be created from the stroller itself by purchasing an optional carrycot and/or a car seat.

Joie Chrome DLX Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
12.7 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
113.2 cm x 59.8 cm x 86 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
93 cm x 59.8 cm x 38.5 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
UK

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
17.5 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, 5 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
Backrest height
48 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
38 x 29 cm
Total length of the seat unit
86 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
Yes
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
Yes
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
No
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
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
Foam-filled tires (puncture-free)
Front wheels diameter
18 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
No,
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
All
Suspension type
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism), 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
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
No
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
Plastic
Handlebar height
92-113.2 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
4.5 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 (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
70 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 (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
No
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
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

Parent reviews of the Joie Chrome DLX

4.1/5
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Bassinet was great, the seat not so much

3
  • Basinet safe for occasional overnight sleep
  • Separate bassinet rain cover included
  • Seat and bassinet have separate frames
  • Back wheels have suspension
  • Adjustable handle hight
  • Parent and world facing seat
  • Seat lies flat so can be used from birth
  • Seat hood doesn't stay on place over bumps/ wind
  • Rain cover comes off at bottom once baby grows (approx 1 year-old)
  • Front wheels get stuck on tiny bumps

Had this as a 3 in 1 travel system. Bassinet was great. But the seat not so much. Poor rain cover and hood on the seat.

Have used this for 14 months.

Great system

4
  • Love the sage green colour
  • The pushchair is wide and lies flat for a small baby
  • It's lightweight and easily fits in my Corsa boot
  • Can't find any faults so far

Great system.

  • Reversible seat
  • Lightweight
  • Long carrycot
  • Large rear wheels
  • Suspension
  • Adjustable handle
  • Belly bar can also be unlatched from one side only
  • Adjustable legs - positioning
  • Long canopy
  • Narrow 🤔

I bought the stroller for my 3rd baby :-) So far my 1,5 year old son uses it for longer walks - he fits in it just fine, even though he is one of the bigger kids.

  • comfy seat
  • large canopy coverage
  • leg rest
  • heavy
  • bulky
  • could be more spacious

Very very comfy just we outgrew it quickly. It's also quite heavy to load and unload in and out of the car trunk.

I was incredibly happy to use it

4
  • Reversible seat
  • We grew up from the seat quite quickly

A great pram, I was incredibly happy to use it.

  • Lightweight
  • Compact
  • Reversible seat
  • Can be pushed down the stairs
  • Long bassinet
  • Large basket under the stroller (easily accessible)
  • Goes over any terrain
  • Unstable-feeling frame
  • Front wheels are plastic (they don't rattle, but look worn)
  • Car seat adapters

I bought the stroller without reviews, as I couldn't find any anywhere. I liked it. And I don't regret it. The stroller folds together with the seat on, has an accessible and huge basket for shopping, goes over almost any terrain. Admittedly, it has an unstable frame at first try, but it has been through some things with us - and still holds up. The rear wheels are fully sprung, I can take it down the stairs. The only thing I would criticize is putting the car seat on the adapters.

For me the price-quality ratio is great.

Your questions about the Joie Chrome DLX

1)

Chrome vs Chrome dlx. I have the basic Chrome NOT the Dlx. Just wondered if the bumper bar covers and footmuff from dlx would fit the basic chrome please?

Hey, Klaudia,

Yes, they should fit. Ideal is to try beforehand, of course, but the design is very similar and it should fit, yeah.

.eli - 28 Feb 2024
2)

Hello I was wondering if the bassinet is safe for overnight sleeping?

Thank you!

Hey, Amy,

Unfortuantely, no, Joie bassinets are not tested nor recommended for overnight sleeping, the air flow is not sufficient for that.

.eli - 23 Feb 2024
3)

Hi,

I have bought a joie chrome system 2nd hand. I cant find any information on the carry cot. Does it collapse or stay as it is?

Hey, Shelly,

The carrycot is one of the more basic ones, and no, it doesn't collapse (nor rock or any other special features). It just stay as it is.

.eli - 05 Sep 2023
4)

Hi,

Does DLX fold with the seat in parent-facing mode? As all videos show the seat world facing when folded.

Thanks

Hey, Eva,

Yes, it does. It's a similar procedure, compared to the one when the seat is facing the street, but without folding the seat in half (instead, you recline it to a lie flat). The stroller will be a bit bigger (longer) when folded as the folded seat protrudes a bit more. This is how it will look like:

.eli - 25 Aug 2023
5)

Hi,

Am I able to carry this stroller as a carry-on on planes or i have to check it in?

Hey, Mei,

Yuu will have to check it in or give away to the stewards as baby's luggage. Definitely not a cabin-sized pram, this one.

.eli - 31 Jul 2023
6)

Hi,

Will the rain cover for a Joie Chrome fit on a Joie Mytrax Flex?

Hey, T,

No, it most probably won't - the seat unites are differently shaped.

.eli - 07 Jun 2023
7)

Hello,

I as wondering if the Juva car seat will fit the Chrome pushchair?

Hey, Melissa,

With the Joie/Maxi-Cosi car seat adaptors for this stroller, yes, the Juva car seat line should work with the frame, yes.

.eli - 06 May 2023
8)

Can you tell me if there are adapters available for the Joie Chrome DLX that will mean I can use the gemm or juva car seat on the pram base?

Hey, Ginsy,

The only adapters for the Chrome DLX, which fit most Joie/Maxi-Cosi/Cybex 0+ car seats, will work with the Joie Gemm car seat. You just need to get the Chrome DLX car seat adapters, the Gemm wil click on those.

.eli - 19 Mar 2023
9)

Hi, can you tell me which buggy board fits the Joie Chrome DLX. Thanks

Hey, Loo,

Pretty much any universal buggy board will fit. I personally would go for a Lascal or a Bumprider which fit the most universally from my experience.

.eli - 19 Mar 2023
10)

Hi Eli,

I have a Joie Chrom Carrycot. Can I use it on theLitetrax 4 or Versatrax?
If not, what can I use it on?

Thanks
Verdi

Hi, Verdi,

You can only use the Chrome carryot on the Joie Chrome and the Joie Chrome DLX, it is not compatible with other than Chrome line, I am sorry.

.eli - 14 Nov 2022
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