Stokke Xplory
The Stoke Xplory is a unique, high-end stroller and the best-known model of the Stokke brand. The iconic design with the single bar in the center of the chassis, the height-adjustable seat and the bag form of the shopping basket divides opinions and makes the Xplory the most popular as well as the most condemned urban stroller. The grey buttons and logos are typical for the first generation of the Xplory. Along with the second generation, it differs from the newer editions by a more rectangular shape, a shorter hood without a sun visor and a much smaller bag.
The Stokke Xplory has been awarded many design awards including the Red Dot. 2013 saw the launch of the Stokke Xplory based on the idea of raising the seat high up to promote close contact with the parent. The bucket seat is reversible, can be used as parent or forward-facing. You have three recline options when the seat is parent-facing - upright, semi-reclined and a lie flat, and two positions - upright and semi-reclined when forward-facing. The foot rest does not lift up, but its length can be adjusted. The seat is suitable for children approximately 6 months of age and older, however, using the optional newborn insert, it can be used from birth. A car seat can also be added to the chassis using the adapters (newer models don’t need the adapters). Since 2005, you can add a carrycot as well.
The Stoke Xplory is a unique, high-end stroller and the best-known model of the Stokke brand. The iconic design with the single bar in the center of the chassis, the height-adjustable seat and the bag form of the shopping basket divides opinions and makes the Xplory the most popular as well as the most condemned urban stroller. The grey buttons and logos are typical for the first generation of the Xplory. Along with the second generation, it differs from the newer editions by a more rectangular shape, a shorter hood without a sun visor and a much smaller bag.
The Stokke Xplory has been awarded many design awards including the Red Dot. 2013 saw the launch of the Stokke Xplory based on the idea of raising the seat high up to promote close contact with the parent. The bucket seat is reversible, can be used as parent or forward-facing. You have three recline options when the seat is parent-facing - upright, semi-reclined and a lie flat, and two positions - upright and semi-reclined when forward-facing. The foot rest does not lift up, but its length can be adjusted. The seat is suitable for children approximately 6 months of age and older, however, using the optional newborn insert, it can be used from birth. A car seat can also be added to the chassis using the adapters (newer models don’t need the adapters). Since 2005, you can add a carrycot as well.
Stokke Xplory Features & Specifications
The Basics
- Type
- Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
- Stroller weight
- 10.5 kg
- Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 99 cm x 57 cm x 34 cm
- Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 105 cm x 30 cm x 55 cm
- Chassis material
- Aluminum, Plastic
- 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
- 20.5 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
- Yes
- Reclining backrest
- Yes, 3 positions
- Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
- No
- Backrest recline type
- Rear-located recline mechanism (e.g., lever-operated)
- One-hand backrest recline system
- No
- Extendable backrest
- No
- Legrest positioning
- No
- Extendable leg rest
- Yes
- Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
- Yes
- Footrest
- Yes
- Backrest height
- 50 cm
- Width and depth of the sitting surface
- 30 x 22.5 cm
- Total length of the seat unit
- 72.5 cm
- A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
- Yes
- Height-adjustable seat
- Yes
- Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
- Yes
- 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
- No
- The canopy/hood features a sun visor
- No
- Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
- No
- Height-adjustable canopy
- No
- Removable canopy
- Yes
- Waterproof canopy
- No
- UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
- No
- 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
- 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
- Yes
- Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
- No
The Wheels
- Number of wheels
- 4
- Front wheel(s) type
- Rubber-coated wheels
- Rear wheels type
- Rubber-coated wheels
- Front wheels diameter
- 18 cm
- Rear wheels diameter
- 23 cm
- Swivel wheels
- Yes
- Lockable wheels
- No
- 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
- 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
- No
- Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
- n/a
- 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
- No
The Handlebar
- Handle height adjustment
- Pivoting, Telescopic
- Handlebar material
- Plastic
- Handlebar height
- 67-116 cm
- Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
- No
- Safety wrist strap
- No
The Basket
- Shopping basket
- No
- Large shopping basket
- No
- Basket's weight capacity
- n/a
- An extra basket can be attached to the frame
- No
- A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
- Yes
The Carrycot
- Carrycot compatible
- Yes (without adapters)
- Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
- 70 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)
- Yes,
- Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
- No,
- Carrycot positioned high on the frame
- Yes
The Car seat
- Car seat compatible
- Yes (with adapters), 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
- Two car seats at the same time compatibility
- No
The Accessories & Extra features
- Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
- No
- Cup holder can be attached
- No
- 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 Xplory
- easy to fold
- fits in the car
- stable
- safe
- easy to operate
- high quality
- does not rattle
- spacious
- not for any terrain except for an urban one
We chose this stroller mainly because of the safety. We are very satisfied, I can only recommend it.
I've never tried anything worse. All wrong.
At the time, when I found it on the net, it was not imported to out country. I wasn't even pregnant yet, but I knew that one day it would be mine - and for me, it was the best, and always will be.
- Bassinet just the right size
- Pushchair up to 3 years
- Kits can be changed
- Large bags
- The car seat can be reclined and looks like a smaller cot
- Can be pushed with one hand
- Handle can be positioned in two positions
- Sear faces both directions
- It has no basket
- Not suitable for off-road, forest, etc.
- Urban stroller only
- Does not have a footmuff
I didn't like this stroller until I tried it in person. I recommend trying every stroller live. You can buy lots of accessories, style kits, a footmuff, etc.
- a lot of original accessories
- great to drive
- maybe I should just mention that the bumper bar bothered me - it couldn't be removed quickly
Everyone was turning to look at us, we had it in a beautiful turquoise color.
I highly recommend this stroller, we are very satisfied. It was our sweetheart, which is hard to give up 😁
- Easy manipulation
- Easy folding in the car
- Coffee holder
- Pretty design
- Smaller storage space 😁
Super nimble, excellent and easy to manoeuvre.
- Easy to drive
- While it folds easily
- Height adjustability
- Practical
- Option to buy a Cybex car seat adapter
- Squeaked a bit at the beginning
I am satisfied with the carriage. It is easy and quick to fold and unfold. The bassinet is large enough. I haven't tried the seat yet.
I am happy with this choice of stroller.