Valco Baby Snap 4
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Valco Baby Snap 4

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The Valco Baby Snap 4 is an ultra-lightweight four-wheel stroller with a high weight capacity. The name Snap comes from the quick, inward fold. Although the models intended for the western market can be released by pushing the button, hence folded by one hand, the eastern have to be released by lifting and holding the locking latch. The foam wheels are suitable for the city; however, the air-filled tires suitable for rougher terrain are also available to purchase either separately or as a part of the version Snap 4 Sport.

The fabric on the non-reversible seat is easy to look after. You can purchase the colorful hoods to add to the basic black seat to make the desired color combination. The grey version, as well as the premium version called Tailormade, features color-coordinated seat fabric and the hood. The backrest can be reclined sufficiently even for smaller babies. Since 2015, the Snap 3 features an adjustable leg rest. The carrycot and the adapters for the car seat are also available to provide comfort for newborns. There is also an option to use the Valco newborn insert instead of the carrycot.

The Snap 4 was also released in limited editions with patterned canopies, varying through different years.

Valco Baby Snap 4 Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
6.2 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
103 cm x 52 cm x 77 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
80 cm x 52 cm x 36 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Australia
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 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-36 months
Reversible seat unit
No
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, 4 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
49 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
35 x 23 cm
Total length of the seat unit
91 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
No
Seat fabrics cleaning
Wipe-clean only
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
No
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
Yes
A pocket integrated into the canopy
Yes
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
EVA foam-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
19 cm
Rear wheels diameter
23.5 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
Yes
Wheels equipped with mudguards
No,
Two-wheel mode
No

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
Yes
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
Yes
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
No
Handlebar material
Foam
Handlebar height
103 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
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 (with adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
79 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
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 Valco Baby Snap 4

4.4/5
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  • High quality design
  • The canopy shades really well
  • Strap on the handle
  • All washable
  • Basket accessible only from the side of the handle
  • No handbrake

A very light stroller, one-handed handling. Easy to store and small when folded. Relatively large basket under the stroller. However, it is not accessible from all 3 sides, but only from the back. Safety child buckle, reflective elements, quality materials.

  • Lightweight
  • Easy to fold
  • Narrow enough to fit old narrow elevators
  • Large canopy
  • Wheels of quite the right size for universal use
  • Large basket
  • Pockets behind the seat
  • No suspensions
  • Old model without adjustable leg rest
  • Less suited for the transition from bassinet as the seat is not reversible and quite large

It lasted us for two kids, from the beginning till when they were approx. 2 years old (then we preferred to make them walk).

It suits us

4
  • Adjustable leg rest
  • It is lightweight
  • Lies flat
  • Great folding
  • Foam wheels into which pebbles are stuck
  • Handle cannot be positioned

Great pushchair. Adjustable leg rest, lies flat and is light... It suits us.

Pretty much perfect

4
  • light
  • compact
  • spacious
  • good looking
  • no adjustment of the handle bar

For us, pretty much a perfect pushchair.

  • Weight
  • Compliance
  • Positioning of legs
  • Interchangeable canopies
  • Handles well
  • Pockets behind canopy
  • Large canopy
  • I can't get into the basket from the side for slightly larger items
  • When folded, the wheels smudge the canopy
  • Foam wheels wear down quickly in the terrain

I keep it ready in my car for trips to the shops and into town instead of a buggy - and I'm happy. I first used it as a chassis for the Kiddy Evolution Pro 2 car seat and now as a pushchair. It suits me perfectly for these needs. It's relatively roomy for the size, it's compact and really lightweight (the version with foam wheels).

I wouldn't choose it as my only stroller though. I have a Baby Jogger Summit X3 for normal riding, trips, walking the dog and skating and that's in a different league, but for shopping and folding the Snap is great.

I would buy the stroller again in a heartbeat.

It folds down well

4

Maximum customer satisfaction. It folds down well as well.

It has one big flaw - the wheels

2
  • Kola

The stroller has a lot of advantages, but one big flaw - the wheels! They won't survive life in the city or in a village. I do not recommend Valco Snap, it will be up for repair in a while.

  • Light, ideal when you have stairs to the house
  • Easy to fold
  • Easy to clean
  • Slippery material on the seat
  • The bassinet is not rockable and it is harder to steer the pram with it

We have the Valco Snap 4 in the pushchair version. We also bought a cot to it, so now it is a 2 in 1. Since we live in mountainous part of the city, we bought inflatable wheels, which were not part of it a few years ago. I think they are now fitted automatically to some versions.

If you have stairs to your house, the Snap 4 is great. It's really light compared to other strollers, and it won't make you broke. It folds well.

In the classic newborn version, the bassinet is spacious, comfortable. It's a bit harder to handle, because the center of gravity is a bit shifted. In the pushchair version this is no longer a problem. Also, you can not "rock" the baby, the stroller is not cushioned - so you have nothing else to do but to walk around.

Choose inflatable wheels - they are a bit heavier, but it's worth it. Especially in winter you will appreciate it.

In the pushchair version, the slippery material of the seating is still a bit of a problem for me - the child slides. This can be easily solved with the lower part of the footmuff. On the other hand, the stroller is easy to clean.

  • Really light (lighter than classic buggies)
  • Good handling
  • Huge hood to hide from the sun
  • Great folding and unfolding
  • Small size when folded, ideal for the car, on the road
  • Leg positioning
  • Large basket
  • Beautiful material (Tailormade)
  • The wheels wear off quickly
  • Every other mom has one :)
  • It is not suitable for winter, it would blow in behind the head. Use as a buggy - spring, summer, autumn

Lightweight, easy to control stroller for trips to the city. I would not choose it as an only stroller though. For off-road I have the Jane Slalom Pro or the Concord Wanderer. This is the one I have in my short Fabia when we don't go out as a whole family.

The stroller is the perfect replacement for a classic umbrella buggy, definitely more comfortable than a buggy and hopefully more compact as well. We will definitely take it with us on holiday.

Light, nimble, great

4

Amazing stroller! The only fault is that the canopy gets a bit dirty from the wheels when folded. Otherwise fantastic. Light, nimble, great 😍

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