There are four comfy, removable seats that each recline and have magnetic buckles. The wagon’s walls are made from a breathable mesh but also have an extra layer of fabric you can zip down over the mesh for added warmth or privacy. There’s tons of storage around the entire wagon, including a large zippered evenflo car seat and stroller front storage basket. And the adjustable canopy is huge and provides great shade for all riders. The Pivot can accommodate an infant car seat, but only if Evenflo makes it. The bulk of the Evenflo Pivot Xplore arrives pre-assembled, but you have to attach the handle, wheels, canopies, and storage basket.
In our lab, it took us less than 10 minutes to assemble the unit for the first time. You only have to make sure you remove the canopy beforehand, which conveniently fits in the storage evenflo car seat and stroller pocket outside of the wagon. Pushing this Delta Children stroller wagon around was enjoyable—even after we loaded it with sandbags and toys—thanks to a height-adjustable handlebar.
Our list wouldn’t be complete without a wagon by Radio Flyer, the emblematic company that’s been making wagons for over 100 years. The Odyssey Stroll ‘N Wagon features attractive gray fabric and light padding for kids’ comfort. While there’s no footwell, there’s plenty of space for legs to stretch or sit criss-cross-applesauce.
Additional storage on the exterior and interior, like a large parent organizer and other pockets, keeps everything in arm’s reach and safe from falling out. Each child gets their own UPF 50+ evenflo stroller wagon sun canopy, so there’s no arguing over who gets what. The canopies can also be reversed or removed when the day’s too beautiful to sit in the shade (just don’t forget the sunscreen!).
Everything arrives assembled right out of the box except for the wheels, seats, and storage compartments. We only needed to look at the instructions a couple of times to ensure we were attaching pieces properly. The foldable stroller wagon collapses via two buttons and locks in place with a clip, but you must push the poles for the canopy down first (also via buttons). The Evenflo Pivot Xplore’s all-terrain wheels performed well on various surfaces during our test. It pushed and pulled best on pavement and grass despite slight bumps and resistance, but it wasn’t easy to push on sand (it was better to pull). Moreover, the large parent organizer made it difficult to make tight turns.
Still, the stroller wagon’s overall maneuverability was excellent, even when loaded with 65 pounds inside. At $450, the Graco Modes Adventure Stroller Wagon has many features to justify its higher cost, like its beautiful maneuverability and roomy seating. You can also add an infant car seat adapter for babies, which is handy if you have a newborn and toddler to accommodate. Moreover, the company provides a one-year warranty in case of any defects in material or quality. While the $600 price tag may be steep for some families, the Keenz stroller wagon comes with all accessories at no extra cost.
However, the cup holder on the handlebar isn’t sturdy enough, as our Contigo water bottle quickly fell out during movement. We love how the Baby Trend Expedition provides families with many great features at an affordable cost. Two three-point safety harnesses secure children aged 6 months up to 55 pounds in the ample cargo space.