In a nutshell

If you're looking for a day-to-day buggy that's compact, chic, genuinely easy to fold, and like the fact you can wheel it suitcase-style, this could be the match for you.

What we tested

  • Fold/unfolding
    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.
  • Manoeuvrability
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
  • Comfort for child
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
  • Style
    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.
  • Durability
    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.
  • Worth the money
    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Overall Rating
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Pros

  • Compact when folded, easy one-button one-hand fold, easy-to-lock front wheels, trolley-style pull-along extending handle, chic looks

Cons

  • Handlebars are low, very springy to push, basket fairly shallow, only two seat positions

The Maxi-Cosi Noa is light and super easy to fold. With its sandal-friendly brakes, this is a buggy destined for summer holidays and trips abroad.

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The stylish new buggy from popular Maxi-Cosi, the Noa, ticks all the boxes. It's good looking, compact, easy to fold and boasts a neat spring-out handle that means you can pull it along trolley-style, in the manner of someone wheeling their suitcase on the way to the airport.

The Noa is suitable for babies from 6 months, up to 15kg, around 3 years.

What we love

The one-step fold/unfold is a great feature on the Noa buggy. The button is conveniently placed at the end of the handlebars – just depress it, and Bob's your uncle. After a couple of attempts I soon got the knack – the key is abruptly tipping the buggy (though obviously not too violently!) towards the floor after you push the button.

The buggy's dimensions when folded are pretty compact too. As the Noa stands upright when folded it doesn't clutter up my porch too badly.

The brakes are brilliant. They’re no-brainers to operate, and work when wearing the flimsiest of sandals. You just step on the lever above the right wheel to operate them, and step on the lever above the left wheel to release.

I also like how ultra-easy it is to lock and unlock the front wheels. Just slide the relevant button on each wheel and you're away.

The suspension on this pushchair is very springy, in fact amongst the springiest I've come across. You certainly don't need to put in a lot of effort to push. With wheels unlocked, the Noa is pretty smooth, even on more uneven grassy ground as well as on pavements.

There's no doubt the pull-out suitcase-style handle is a cool, modern touch. That said, you need to get the angle just so in order to wheel it along effortlessly.

I tried this buggy in the cool pillar-box red colourway, and the framework matches the seat covers, which is another nice touch. It also comes in a rather fetching pink, amongst other shades.

What to watch out for

I find the handlebars on the Maxi-Cosi Noa buggy quite and I feel like I’m stooping forward a bit while steering. As I’m nudging 5-foot 4-inches, I'm certainly no giant.

While it's certainly nice to have springy suspension, it actually veered slightly on overkill.

The seat on the Noa reclines thanks to an easy-to-use zip on each side, but this means there are only two seat positions.

I find the seat harness perfectly adequate, but lining up the two halves of the clasp is slightly fiddly.

Who is the Maxi-Cosi Noa buggy best for?

Parents after a stylish easy-to-fold buggy for everyday use.

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MadeForMums verdict

Maxi-Cosi, best known for its car seat systems, has clearly done its research, and forward-thinking features like the pull-out suitcase-style handle and one-push fold give the Noa a simple edge over many alternatives. For the money, it feels good quality, and the springy suspension adds to the plush feel. However, slightly higher handlebars would be welcome.

Product Specifications

Product
BrandMaxi-Cosi
ModelNoa buggy
Price£150.00
Suitable for
Child age (approx)6 months to 3 years
Dimensions & Weight
Weight7kg
DimensionsH:103.5cm W:48cm L:62cm
Dimensions (folded)H:36cm W:68.5cm L:31cm
Features
Seat facing directionForward facing
Front wheelsLockable swivel
Recline positions2
Features
  • Front suspension
  • Retractable handle
  • Mesh shopping basket
  • Pocket on back rest
  • one-hand folding
  • Freestanding when folded
  • Pull-out handle to wheel along once folded
  • Easy to use step-on/step-off brakes
Accessories
Accessories includedRaincover, hood
Optional extras
  • Flexibag
  • Footmuff
  • Parasol
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