Stokke Beat
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Stokke Beat is a new, urban Stokke stroller launched in 2019. In contrast to all that it can do, the Beat is lightweight and relatively compact. With a 53.5 cm wide footprint, this stroller can be easily navigated through any shopping aisle or a narrow street. Thanks to the four-wheel suspension and the high heels / flip flop friendly brake, the Beat will handle any surface. The Beat also folds one-handedly, even though the folding involves more than just one step.
The fully reversible seat is comfortable and fully reclinable. The backrest, as well as the adjustable footrest, allow for a single-hand recline. Another advantage is the extendable UV hood and the large shopping basket with a weight capacity of 10 kg. The seat unit also boasts a high weight capacity of up to 22 kg. Although the seat can be used even for babies who can’t sit independently yet, there is a full-featured carrycot with an extendable hood, and adapters for well-known car seat brands with Maxi-Cosi attachment to use the Beat as a full-featured system from birth. The Beat comes with a rain cover, and a UV mosquito net included. A wide range of other accessories, including a cup holder, is also available.
Stokke Beat is a new, urban Stokke stroller launched in 2019. In contrast to all that it can do, the Beat is lightweight and relatively compact. With a 53.5 cm wide footprint, this stroller can be easily navigated through any shopping aisle or a narrow street. Thanks to the four-wheel suspension and the high heels / flip flop friendly brake, the Beat will handle any surface. The Beat also folds one-handedly, even though the folding involves more than just one step.
The fully reversible seat is comfortable and fully reclinable. The backrest, as well as the adjustable footrest, allow for a single-hand recline. Another advantage is the extendable UV hood and the large shopping basket with a weight capacity of 10 kg. The seat unit also boasts a high weight capacity of up to 22 kg. Although the seat can be used even for babies who can’t sit independently yet, there is a full-featured carrycot with an extendable hood, and adapters for well-known car seat brands with Maxi-Cosi attachment to use the Beat as a full-featured system from birth. The Beat comes with a rain cover, and a UV mosquito net included. A wide range of other accessories, including a cup holder, is also available.
Stokke Beat Features & Specifications
The Basics
- Type
- Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
- Stroller weight
- 9.5 kg
- Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 115 cm x 53.5 cm x 97 cm
- Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 78 cm x 53.5 cm x 32 cm
- Chassis material
- Aluminum
- Country of origin
- Norway
- 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
- 22 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
- No
- Reclining backrest
- Yes, infinite recline
- Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
- Yes
- Backrest recline type
- Strap-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
- Yes
- Footrest
- Yes
- 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
- 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
- Yes
- 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
- Yes
- Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
- Yes
- 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
- 19.5 cm
- Rear wheels diameter
- 24.5 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
- Yes
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
- 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
- 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
- Pivoting
- Handlebar material
- Leatherette (PU/eco-leather)
- Handlebar height
- 105-115 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
- 10 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)
- 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
- Yes
- No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
- No
- Rain cover included
- Yes
- Mosquito net included
- Yes
- 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 Stokke Beat
- smooth riding on different pavements or surface thanks to sealed bearings on each wheel and they grips well that you can feel it while pushing it
- secured harness 5points engagement
- minimalist design
- foldable and compact enough for storage or putting in you vehicle compartment
- large and strong bottom basket enough to carry your extra bags or consider it as your cart during shopping/grocery
- sturdy enough to carry loads, plus our baby (10kg) even has a little flexing on the frame but we consider it as the one that provides load and shock absorber
- the seat can be set facing front or guardian's side(backward)
- big canopy
- not having spring or shock absorber (but for us its fine because we think that frame little flex provides that and so far out baby not bothered even while sleeping), and thanks to the excellent wheels and foam type flatless tires that add the cushion of the whole structure
- not compact enough to be Aircabin Approved but it's up to you to have this as your daily pushchair for your baby because you can still use this on land travels by folding it and put in your compartment and sleek enough on metro train
- not having sturdy foot rest on the seat, it has but is not strong as your baby grow, but maybe the foot rest on the front frame will do that if your baby’s legs are long enough to reach at that point
- not having big or enough air/peekaboo window, it only has small ones and can give your baby a confined space feels like when he/she woke up inside and to deep on reclined flat position
We are using this Stokke Beat for a year and since 0 month of our son and so far its raliable. The seat itself gives our baby security. Knowing we got the stroller as second hand (used) stroller but still good mover for our son. So far it stand well. Note that it's not super compact nor super lightweight like the new models but its easy to fold and almost 8kg enough to carry when folded regardless. If you can find this model on a good or sale price, not bad and recommended.
I really like this stroller; it is everything I was looking for, very practical and simple.
The design is beautiful, simple with good proportions. The size is perfect if you are looking for compact strollers, not as big as ordinary strollers, but big enough for the baby to enjoy the ride.
The canopy is really great. It protects the baby’s body from the sun almost fully.
The sports seat can be turned in both directions very easily, even when the baby is inside. The backrest can also be very easily modified.
The handle is adjustable at a few angles and it is enough for me. The basket is really spacious and can carry above 10 kg.
You can easily remove the fabric and wash it in the machine.
It squeaks sometimes, but I don't mind.
- Height adjustable handle
- Compatible travel system with iZi Go car seat
- Big canopy UPF 50+
- Flimsy plastic - the toddler canopy needs two hands to bring down delicately, the foot rest gave way once when my 18mo struggled to get in
- Shallow seat
- Poor maneuvering mechanism - the front wheels became very difficult to turn as my child got bigger (heavier)
- Poorly designed basket - boasts to be able to hold 10kg -- tried with some groceries and the basket sagged and obstructed the wheel
- No suspension, foam wheels -- uncomfortable ride
- No canopy window to see baby
- I got it when it was just launched and it broke after 1+ years of ownership (of which only 3+ months of daily usage due to covid and lockdown during baby's early days)
It was okay... while it lasted.
- Size
- Breaks easily
- Bad suspension
- Wriggly
- Footrest doesn't click
The stroller is of poor quality. Very ”plastic-y”. Ours has many problems after very little use. Now we will receive a new Beat stroller and I expect the same poor quality. No wonder this was discontinued almost immediately after launch. A fail from Stokke.
- style - the black color is sooo elegant and good looking
- child's view & comfort
- solid, puncture-free wheels
- basket
- lightweight
- reversible
- no suspension
- I'd make the leg rest longer
I am generally happy with it. It is agile, lightweight, and with a reversible seat. The suspension is similar to the Xplory - practically nonexistent. But I wasn't expecting much in that department. The seat itself is spacious even for a toddler, even though the leg rest could be longer, truth to be told. I like the solid wheels (no punctures), the cool canopy, and the child is nice and high - and comfortable. For urban use, I can recommend it.
- Compact and folds quickly
- Reversible seating
- Lightweight
- Spacious basket
- An excellent push on any road/sidewalk, but also grass and light terrain
- Not a mountain kind of pram - to push it on gravel is not the easiest
We own this pushchair for 3 months and we're happy with it so far 🙂
- Large basket
- Chassis color
- Large hood
- Wheels
- The whole stroller 🤣
- Squeaking
- Backrest and leg rest adjustment
- Weak, thin plastics
- Price
- No suspension
- Wheels wobbling
- Locking of the front wheels doesn't work
The Stokke brand is a brand I truly love. But the Stokke Beat is truly a flop.
The front wheels locking didn't work from the beginning. I used the warranty, but they couldn't easily swap it - no spare parts ready, I had to leave the pushchair there for service 🤦🏼♀️).
The stroller also squeaks horribly. The plastics are weak, thin. The push feels hard; I feel no suspension they mention it should be having. The wheels are made from rubber, which is good - they will last long. Half-year use doesn't show on them at all. But they do wobble when the stroller is not fully loaded.
Chassis-wise, the handlebar makes cracking noises in the joints, The lacquer/color of the chassis is great, no scratching whatsoever 👍🏼
The leg rest didn't always stop where it should when adjusted - I had to get used to it for a longer time to put it there "rightly". Also, it falls down when the child pushes against it 🤭
The backrest didn't hold in all the positions and slid down to laying position at times.
The basket is nice and spacious; it can hold up even a big load of shopping.
I regret the money I paid for it, and I ended up selling it for almost nothing.
- Lightweight
- Beautiful design
- Large shopping basket
- Easy to fold and store
- Legrest not getting in place as it should
- Weak suspension
- Solid wheels; bumpy ride on cobblestones
- Some parts feel too fragile and plastic
Overall I'm happy with the Beat, but some important details (to me) are missing or too weak. Otherwise, I would definitely recommend this stroller and give it 10/10.
Leg rest is a little bit too short - in comparison to the backrest.
Due to weak suspension and solid wheels, there's a quite shaky driving experience on cobblestones, pavements/gravel, and in city parks with gravel roads.
Leg rest feels plastic and fragile and doesn't always lock properly.
It's easy to fold and store in the apartment or in the car.
The foot brake is easy to use, and you never have to push it up to release it, ie white sneakers friendly 👍😊
- Lightweight
- Nice folding
- Maneuverability
- This is subjective - I like this recline system when the child in the fully reclined position is kind of protected (like in a bunker)
- Relatively large shopping basket
- The leg rest doesn't feel sturdy enough, but time will tell if it works ok, and it is just looking so...
- Thin canopy fabric
- The backrest also seems a bit thin, but now, in winter and a footmuff, I don't take it as a problem, and in the summer, I will anyway use some kind of seat liner
- The basket material looks like a very basic mesh - but if it withstands my shopping, I don't really mind (just a first impression of the basket)
A lightweight urban stroller. I don't own it very long yet, but at first sight, after having a Bugaboo Fox, it feels like a toy in my hands - but I think it just takes some getting used to, and I hope all will hold as it should :-)
I found it too harsh on bad terrain - not much suspension there... Squeaks without getting lubrication, front wheels don't sit sturdily in their place, while the lock of the wheels not always works... and the plastics also not sturdy enough - seat, canopy feel like they might get broken if manipulated with any kind of force... And that leg rest - not getting in place as it should, I sometimes have to adjust it 5 times to finally get it to hold in the upper position.
I am actually sorry for buying this one - I can say I almost hate it 🤭😂 Funnily, my friend has the same model, and she loves it.
So much money and me being through 30 pushchairs already - this is one of the worst.
Your questions about the Stokke Beat
Hi Eli,
I just purchased the Stokke Beat, and although I like everything about it, iIm having a hard time unfolding it. The frame is sometimes getting stuck, is it supposed to be that hard to unfold? do you think lubricating the joints would fix the problem or it could be a defect in the chassis?
Hi, Rina,
Well, I think you cannot go wrong with such an simple stroller maintenance activity as lubricating it. I mean, many prams and pushchairs, even the Cybex MIos 2 models, for example, are not lubricated enough right out of the box. So yeah, do try and oil the joints that get stuck (start gently) then fold and unfold the stroller at least 4-5 times.
It can also be the newness of the stroller where the joints are a bit harder and stiffer at the start. I would try for the next few days, after lubrication, to fold it regularly. If after those days (maximum a week) there are still problems, it will be an internal problem which I would take to the shop/the seller of the stroller, ideally showing him the problem live, but if this is impossible, sending him a video uploaded on YouTube as proof. It is always better to see the problem than just talk about it, and he might have a better answer or an update right from the manufacturer, Stokke.
Hi Eli,
I was wondering... if the seat unit of a Stokke Trailz can be used for Stokke Beat. Can I use the carrycot and the seat unit from Trailz on the Beat and the other way around? Are they somehow compatible? It would be nice. :) Thanks.
Hello, Maki!
Well, I won't make you happy, but no, the Stokke Beat frame and the Stokke Trailz stroller parts are not interchangeable, not compatible. The attachment system is different. Also, as quite a lightweight stroller, the Beat would probably have problems with the more robust seat unit from the Trailz.
Also good to know is that the Trails and the Xplory line are not compatible, as there is a middle bar that is in the way.