Mamas&Papas Armadillo Flip XT 2
The Mamas&Papas Armadillo Flip XT 2 is the second generation of the high-end Armadillo Flip XT. It was released in 2017. The main added feature is the bumper bar which is now a part of the seat. The fabrics are of higher quality with a tweed look and extra padding. The seat looks more luxurious thanks to the chrome frame. It is one of the most spacious reversible seats on the market. The large hood protects the passenger from the elements. On hot days, you can unzip the added ventilation opening in the hood. You can also adjust the height of the leatherette handlebar. You can fold the stroller with just one hand with the seat facing in either direction. In addition to a car seat, you can attach a carrycot to the stroller to create a full-featured system from birth. The Armadillo Flip XT 2 was also released in the special Signature Edition.
The Mamas&Papas Armadillo Flip XT 2 is the second generation of the high-end Armadillo Flip XT. It was released in 2017. The main added feature is the bumper bar which is now a part of the seat. The fabrics are of higher quality with a tweed look and extra padding. The seat looks more luxurious thanks to the chrome frame. It is one of the most spacious reversible seats on the market. The large hood protects the passenger from the elements. On hot days, you can unzip the added ventilation opening in the hood. You can also adjust the height of the leatherette handlebar. You can fold the stroller with just one hand with the seat facing in either direction. In addition to a car seat, you can attach a carrycot to the stroller to create a full-featured system from birth. The Armadillo Flip XT 2 was also released in the special Signature Edition.
Mamas&Papas Armadillo Flip XT 2 Features & Specifications
The Basics
- Type
- Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
- Stroller weight
- 10.4 kg
- Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 100 cm x 57 cm x 90 cm
- Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 71 cm x 57 cm x 35 cm
- Chassis material
- Aluminum
- Country of origin
- UK
- 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
- 23 kg
- Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
- 0-42 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
- Backrest height
- 53 cm
- Width and depth of the sitting surface
- 31 x 27 cm
- Total length of the seat unit
- 100 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
- Yes
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Rear wheels type
- EVA foam-coated wheels
- Front wheels diameter
- 17 cm
- Rear wheels diameter
- 23 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
- Push down-lift up pedal brake
- 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
- 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
- Yes
- 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
- 100-104 cm
- Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
- No
- Safety wrist strap
- Yes
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 (without adapters)
- Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
- 67 x 30 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
- 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
- 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 Mamas&Papas Armadillo Flip XT 2
- Long backrest
- Comfortable soft seat so baby or kid can sleep well
- This stroller doesn't go easy on steep turnings so need to make sure you using both hands on handle bar
I am using this stroller for my both kids from 4.5 months to 3.5 years old. The folding system became complicated after the first child. I love how long the backrest is so my toddler can still feel comfortable or take a nap.
- The stroller adapts to the needs of the child throughout the entire stroller period
- When folded (even with the seat), it takes up minimal space
- Sturdy and stable frame
- Easy folding
- One-handed removal of the carrycot from the chassis
- Very long and spacious sports section
- Huge basket
- Harder suspension
- Short seat unit canopy
I think it's one of the few strollers that is truly suitable for the entire stroller needing period - so that it adapts to the current needs of both baby and parents.
The design is really sturdy, yet strong and stable. The handling of the stroller is very pleasant and comfortable even in tight spaces. Folding is easy, with a bit of practice you can get by nicely with one hand. The handle adjustment is in a rather small range - for me the height was fine, but I recommend tall people to try before buying. The wheels are medium sized, with a wider tread and moderate suspension, it handles urban unevenness with ease and exceptionally can tackle even worse terrain, but you have to reckon with lower comfort for both child and parent.
The carrycot is of an average size, it has all the basic features such as insulated foot cover, carry handle, ventilation... What I would highlight is the one-handed unlatching (with the lever in the back), and as a minus I would probably only mention that I would welcome the possibility of extending the canopy, or at least a sun visor.
The seat is really ultra long - for a reversible model. It is softly padded, my daughter was very happy in it. Folding together with the seat folded in either direction is also a big advantage. It does have one major drawback though, and that is the short canopy, you need to help yourself with either a visor or parasol.
Lastly, I will mention that there is a really huge shopping basket on the stroller. It's less accessible in some positions, but the volume is really unbeatable 😁
- Flip the seat two ways
- Extendable handle
- Cup holder
- Large basket
- Car seat adapters
- Very easy to lay flat
- Long foot rest - up or down
- Comfortable padded seat
- Front wheels often get stuck (especially in mud)
- Not sure if this is a one-off but I don't find the pushchair easy to fold down at all. Gets stuck
- The straps are not that easy to move up and down
- Foot rest can easily be kicked down
Stylish, mostly practical, comfortable. A little pricey but not great for all-terrain.
Your questions about the Mamas&Papas Armadillo Flip XT 2
What is the reclining angle for the flip xt2 in the sit up position? I want a pushchair that my baby can sit up easily to almost a 90 to 100 degrees. Thanks
Hi, Gmab,
Firstly, very few strollers have a 90-degree sitting position. Reversible models, however, are often better off. The Flip XT 2 is around those 100 degrees when in the most upright sitting position - upright enough.
Good to know though, it's not just about the angle, but also the seat depth, and even more upright models can be weird for some children if that seat depth doesn't fit the kid.