Customer reviews from maxi-cosi.com
Maxi-Cosi - Lara Ultra Compact Stroller - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(104 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 104 reviews
5 Stars
78
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Star
4
93%of customers recommend this product.
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97 out of
104)
Customer Reviews for Maxi-Cosi - Lara Ultra Compact Stroller - Black
Customer Rating
2
Defective after 2 weeks
on August 30, 2019
Posted by: Andrea
from Florida
Verified Purchase:No
I'm so sad that this stroller wasn't everything that we wished for!! We absolutely love Maxi-Cosi car seats and thought this lightweight travel stroller would be perfect for us. But unfortunately after two weeks of use (normal civilized use) with my 5 month old who can't really ruin it like a toddler maybe would, one of the rear wheels is getting stuck like a bad grocery cart and the button to open the stroller is loose! I did a lot a research before purchasing and now I'm stuck with this stroller that will definitely not make it to toddlerhood!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from maxi-cosi.comBy maxicosipwr, maxicosipwr, April 21, 2022
Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear of your experience and our Consumer Care Team is happy to help! You can text us at 812-652-2525 or call at 1-800-544-1108.
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
5
Lightweight, stylish, and easy to use
on October 26, 2021
Posted by: SteelersGirlRN
from Maryland
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was so excited to receive this stroller! I tried it out for walks and it was comfortable for both my toddler and my infant. The five-point harness securely and snuggly held both children. The seat and harness has soft padding which lends itself to a comfortable ride. There is also a soft headrest for extra comfort. I like that there are two areas for storage under the seat. A small area right below the seat is good for a small wristlet, phone, or something needing easy accessibility. The larger area won't hold a diaper bag, but it will hold a small bag for diapers, wipes, etc. The stroller is super easy to steer and navigate on bumps and smooth terrain. It might have just been me, but it was easy to accidentally step on the break while walking since it is right at wheel level. I like that the sun/wind shield can be extended to cover more if necessary. I felt the cup holder wasn't very sturdy, even just for a water bottle, it didn't secure tightly to the stroller. Overall, this stroller is a great compact, comfortable stroller! It folds up so compactly it doesn't take up much room and is easy to carry and transport. I would absolutely recommend this stroller for its ease of use and comfort!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
4
Compact stroller
on October 28, 2021
Posted by: Lara companct
from Edmond,OK
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love don't love Love: extra shade. Super easy out of box and fully set in minutes. Super small storage fits in my small car. Easy break to stop. Extra head padding. cup holder Dont love: Permanent recline position even pushed up as much as can. Difficult to feed straps through plastic. No easy access place for phone except under seat basket.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
5
Very Light and compact stroller
on October 27, 2021
Posted by: Nichek
from Avenel
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This stroller stands up to it's words of being an compact and light weight stroller. It folds down to a boxy shape for easy storage and movement. We were able to store this in our car trunk and takes just as much space as the water bottles cases. It was easy to carry and can be operated with one hand with some learning.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
4
A Quality Secondary Stroller
on October 31, 2021
Posted by: Laura
from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A suitable back up stroller. My primary stroller is the Babyzen YoYo. Pros: - Super quick and easy to assemble right out of the box. No instructions. Ready to go in seconds. - Glides and turns well. Has a good feel to it. - Lightweight, easily collapsible. - Cover repels water nicely. - Nice grip on the handle / push bar - Good for tight crowds, maneuvering around a restaurant...not bulky. - Two pouches to store stuff / gear. - Cup holder included!! Cons: - Wheels feel a little cheap. Stroller gets stuck easily on cracks in the sidewalk or debris. - I kept kicking the wheel lock causing the stroller to come to a complete stop. Very annoying and potentially unsafe. - For some reason my one year old son wouldn't sit back and relax. He'd only sit forward and look over the side. Doesn't do this with other strollers.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from maxi-cosi.comBy maxicosipwr, maxicosipwr, April 21, 2022
Hello! We are so happy to hear that you had a great experience with our Lara stroller! We are sorry to hear about the wheel lock challenge you have experienced. Please contact us to receive a personalized promo code to use on our website! :) We can be reached with a phone call (812-379-8909), text message (812-203-5517), via LIVE CHAT on our Maxi-Cosi website or by email at support@djgusa.com- please include We Value You or #WVY in subject line.
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
4
Compact but with stroller necessities
on October 31, 2021
Posted by: lsac
from mechanicsburg, pa
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently have been on a lifting restriction so found the Maxi-Cosi Lara Ultra Compact Stroller something that I could handle without issue. While the compact nature and weight are great features, we also love the fact that it still had the storage space that we use so frequently and a drink holder. The stroller itself is very smooth to maneuver. Some additional features that really added to the quality included the ability to have a deep recline (great for napping) and extended shade/UV protection. The peek-a-boo opening and head rest are nice added features as well. The stroller folds up very easy and springs right back out with easy when ready to use. The only two things we noticed were that the straps were a bit of a challenge to feed through and adjust. Also not having a top bar for cell phones/keys was a bit awkward, but the smaller pocket is nice to hold these items as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
4
Pretty good stroller
on November 1, 2021
Posted by: Whitney
from Knoxville
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the Maxi-Cosi Lara Ultra Compact stroller for free through BzzAgent to review. This is a decent lightweight stroller ideal for traveling or maybe as a backup. I gave this stroller 3 stars because I probably wouldn't use it everyday, but it's slightly more convenient to throw in my car than my current everyday stroller, the Summer 3DLite+. Both strollers weigh in the same at 14 lbs, which is pretty light. I can carry both while carrying my child easily, but the Lara folds up quickly with one hand and breaks down into a flatter size than the 3DLite+, which fits better in my compact car. However, the Lara didn't come with a carrying strap like I saw online, so that was a bit of a con! Not sure if it was missing from my box or I just didn't get the version with the strap. I really like the size of the two storage baskets on the Lara, the bottom one fits our backpack diaper bag (whereas the 3DLite+ won't fit our diaper bag), and the second storage basket is convenient for items I need to grab quickly. However, I do like the fact that the 3DLite+ has a zip pouch to hold money/smaller items, so I wish one of the storage baskets on the Lara were a bit more secure. The 3DLite+ has both a phone holder and a cup holder, which I love whereas the Lara only has the cup holder, so that's a bit of a con. I like the water resistant canopy on the Lara with the see through mesh to check on your child through, but the 3DLite+ has that as well. One of the major cons with the Lara is the seat positions. When the seat is up-right, it looks really uncomfortable and awkward for my child, like they're forced to lean forward. Additionally, the Lara does not maneuver as well as the 3DLite+. It struggles a bit with "off roading" and uneven sidewalks. Overall, not a bad stroller for how compact it is, I'd probably throw it in my car and use it if I needed to carry more stuff in it than I normally do since it's got more storage space than my 3DLite+, but it is not going to replace my everyday stroller!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting maxi-cosi.com
Customer Rating
4
Wonderful stroller
on November 1, 2021
Posted by: VeronicaS
from Pennsylvania
Verified Purchase:No
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For a compact stroller this is very nice. Its very simple to assemble from the box. The black color is great and the fabric is very soft. I appreciate that it comes with a cup holder. The stroller is very simple to open and close. I like that it has the ability to recline. It's a tad difficult to go from recline to upright with a child in the seat. Its also not the best with uneven sidewalks and random sticks that get in the way. Its very smooth for flat and clean surfaces. I like that the stroller has 2 storage ares, they aren't very big but it's a small stroller so its not a negative. I had 0 issues with where the break pedal is and never accidentally put on the breaks.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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