Uppababy Minu, An Impartial Review: Mechanics, Comfort, Use

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

In order to keep our recommendations up to date, we maintain a 'Buyer's Guide' on our Patreon page (with a wide spectrum of models, and a lot of technical and lifestyle-related information). Organizing our recommendations this way makes it easier to include good models that we haven't made review-videos for yet, as well as to remove models which have developed unforeseen wear-issues over time, or which have been weakened by the manufacturer in their current iterations. You can access it here: www.patreon.com/posts/stroller-buyers-37953864 As an independent, consumer-oriented reviewer, we have fewer revenue-streams open to us than the majority of other channels out there, so we do ask for a small donation for access to this guide (as well as a free consultation and access to our other Patreon content). Thanks so much for your help!

[@elenagearhart4422]

Any chance you'll do an updated review on the V2 soon? I'm deciding between saving money on the Minu vs. splurging on the V2. Thank you!

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

For more generalized help finding the right stroller for you, check out our guide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnKsial3n7GCh80

[@nm6935]

Great detailed honest review unlike a lot of other channels. Also appreciate the mechanical input as my husband is a mechanic so these reviews are helpful for him.

[@ChristineTewfik]

This was an incredibly useful video - I really wanted a deeper dive into the mechanics, which is something i haven't been able to find anywhere else. Thanks!

[@komualican]

Finally an actual review! Thanks a lot!

[@mccoy3351]

Thanks for the great videos. I picked a used uppababy minu for a cheap price and it's a great stroller. I think this is a great pick for every parents who wants a small stroller than can get in a closet or a small trunk and still is confortable et easy to drive in the city. And more. Thanks again.

[@rondemelon]

Hello! Will you be doing a video on the minu v2 soon? Thanks!!

[@elizabethpeterson7748]

Hello - I’m looking at the Minu, Ergo Metro, and City Tour 2. We do frequent short trips in Europe so are looking for something that can handle cobblestones but also folds down to a compact size for easy travel, not necessarily carry on size. We will be using the stroller with a 6 month old child. Based on your reviews I’m nearly set on the Minu but would love your opinion. Thank you for these excellent reviews and comparisons!

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

Thanks, glad you like our reviews :) If it doesn't have to fold down to carry-on size, then I would first recommend the Joolz Hub, but if you're set on getting an ultracompact, then yes, the Minu will probably work best for you.

[@seanwei9284]

Thank you again for a great video. Would you be willing to do a head to head video comparing the minu and the Cruz v2? We are really torn between Minu's compactness vs. Cruz's suspension. We have a dog so daily trips to our grassy park will be a routine use case of the stroller, but also because of the dog, cargo space is limited. Thank you!

[@justkamola]

Hello! Which one did you end up choosing? We are currently having the same choice between Minu v2 and cruz v2

[@seanwei9284]

@@justkamola Cruz 2. Really appreciate the added comfort and storage capacity

[@GalBenHaim1]

hi. thanks for this video! i'm considering the Minu as a lightweight replacement for our aging Britax B-agile stroller from our first child. I saw some negative review in Amazon about reliability and durability of the Minu, mostly wheels that are getting stuck, problems with the brake system and broken canopy attachments. are you aware of any of these? would you still recommend to get the Minu or is there anything else I should be looking at? thanks!

[@jeniferbarrio7192]

Will you also do a review on the Minu V2? Im guessing not much has changed in terms of mechanics, but trying to decide if we should get the original Minu for a deep discount new or wait for the V2. Thanks!

[@justkamola]

New one seems more upgraded in design and we have been told that its 2 lbs heavier (could add some sturdiness?) What could be plus is that you can use a real ub bassinet with new version, but now the birth kit is not compatible with v2, so u cant fold v2 with bassinet insert. The leg rest is adjustable which is a huge plus for infants/younger toddlers

[@navjotbrar2297]

I am going to buy first ever stroller, I am looking for small and compact as I have backpain issues, can you please answer few of my questions: 1. can travel prams like this one be used as the fulltime pram for everyday use? 2. how important is foot rest as all of these don't have one, or could you recommend a light compact easy to fold pram with foot rest?. I will be really thankful for the answers from you or the audience plz.

[@nicolevolcy3511]

Hi! We have bad backs so our full time stroller is the vista with extension clips for the car seat so no need to bend down so low. The minu is for travel and short trips. It fits on the overhead compartment, under the seat in a plane, and it can take the mesa car seat.

[@אוריאלמשיח-ק4ל]

Hi, i bought this stroller a year and half ago. After 6 months, i had alignments and folding mecanism issues, uppababy france send me a new chassis. After 1 year broken bearings in front wheels. Now i have a new surprise: the 5 point harness is too narrow for my 18 months girl. is it possible to put on a new harness? I love this stroller but it gives me too many problems

[@reetmoor]

I just bought a brand new minu. Everything’s great apart from the fact that when the pavement is even slightly uneven, it sounds like a supermarket shopping cart. Is this normal? Considering its price, I’m disappointed.

[@cwilson9528]

Mine is the same!

[@filim173]

Thank you so much for your very informative reviews! Because of them, we discovered treasure in the Minu. However, do you know if the Maxi Cosi Cabriofix fits well with the Minu and the add-on adaptors? Or does it get fiddly - as we are not keen on the mesa 😂 Also, we're considering Joolz Aer. Which would you recommend between the two?

[@haley5777]

I’m actually here trying to decide between the Joolz Aer and the Minu as well!! Following!

[@user-pz2gg1hv6l]

Thanks for the great review! On your buyer's guide, you listed the carrycot as an accessory to avoid. Are you referring to the bassinet / from birth kit? If yes, could you please explain why it should be avoided?

[@williamthomson1065]

Unsurprisingly I've got an issue with the brakes - the wire cable is worn out and it doesn't seem too easily replaced. Have you serviced the brakes before? Do I need to take the rivets off? It doesn't seem easy.

[@juliengrezolle1965]

Thanks for this great review ! Which one would be the best between the Minu and the new Cybex Eesy S + 2 ?

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

I haven't seen the Cybex Eezy S+ 2 yet, unfortunately. But my guess is that the Minu will remain better mechanically, but that the Eezy S+ 2 will remain the choice for taking as carry-on luggage on airplanes.

[@ColorMeJenna]

I would love to see a comparison video between the minu and the joovy kooper. I’ve been hearing that they’re almost identical and I’d love to see your opinion on it

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

We're trying to get ahold of one, but it's not easy to find in Norway. We'll check it out as soon as we can get one :)

[@AllieRawlings]

Hi! I would love your advice. I have a barely used Minu sitting around that I once adored pushing and I want to use it again. There's hair wrapped around the front wheel on the left and it has basically rendered it unusable. Uppababy have said that I must not remove the wheel or the warranty is void, because the bolt is glued together and they're saying I need to buy a new front wheel, for $40! all for the sake of some hair. It seems so wasteful too, to replace a part just because it needs cleaning. At this point they can stick their warranty, but can you help me get the wheel off? It is so, so tight and I don't know what to do!

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

Hi :) Definitely not a reason to replace the wheel. It's a while since I worked on a Minu, but the front axle wil either be a matter of screwing off (using 2 screw-drivers with hexagonal-shaped bits), or it will be a cap and locking washer set-up, like in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXrRhZ58drqcbM0 Alternatively you can cut out and unwind the hair, without removing the wheel, using a pair of nail-scissors - it's messy and takes a little time, but getting most of the hair out, and then spraying with a little wd40 will usually get the wheel rolling again :).

[@taniacamarena8436]

Which stroller would you recommend, I live at the city, first time mom to be, I am very petite and my husband is very tall, I was thinking either the Uppababy Minu or the Cybex Mios, for the weight.

[@cristinasalerno-lucak2068]

Would you recommend the minu for a family who travels from Canada to Europe 2 times a year. We traveled with the Gluxe and the carrier broke it at the start of our journey. So we don't want to Gate check the stroller again. Would fit under the seat?

[@erosepb]

Love your detailed reviews! What do you think of the from birth kit? I’m on the search for something lightweight to push that doesn’t take up too much space in my small home and can easily squeeze into coffee shops with me but can also handle some gravel paths and rough sidewalks, manicured parks etc. I really want something that has a bassinet rather than a car seat adapter for the newborn phase. I’m looking at the minu, city mini GT2 and joolz hub. I’m worried the joolz hug is too heavy, and I don’t like the bar that blocks access to the storage basket on the GT2, but the birth kit for the minu looks possibly not sturdy enough for everyday use. Is there another option I’m overlooking?

[@JahjaMan]

We got the Minu with the "from birth" kit. Fantastic stroller.

[@sylvielui6407]

​@@JahjaMan how did you find the bassinet?? We just bought one used for our 3.5 month old and trying to figure out if it is only the bottom harness or if its the same 5 point harness that needs to be used in the from birth kit!

[@mhyercnz8443]

Is this good for short parents? Am about 5'2 and don't know if this is comfortable for me

[@mrc79]

They’re using cheap cables on the brake latch connectors. Many online users experiencing broken cables that make the brakes only hold one wheel down. It doesn’t connect and brake both wheels not release both wheels when ready to go. The quality is shit for that

[@helen26686]

Thank you for the review, been looking for a compact stroller with great mechanics for my 17 month old just to fit in my small car boot as my current full size pushchair takes up the whole of my car boot, really love this one but my little one currently weighs 14kg so the weight limit of 15kg is what puts me off that an the struggle of trying to find it in the uk, any suggestions on a similar compact stroller with great mechanics and a decent size seat height

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

The 15 kg weight limit I quoted here is the result of EU regulations, and on some of these older reviews, I took my weight info from European sources without realizing it. The true weight limit for the Minu is 22 kg. :)

[@maidale]

Would you recommend it for daily use in a urban enviroment? and besides for the smaller fold can it be compared with the bugaboo bee? Drivability is always my biggest point.

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

For a smaller kid, it would work for daily use in an urban environment, and I suppose driving-wise it will probably be a little better than the Bee due to the suspension, but if you're considering the Bee anyway sizewise, then how about the Joolz Hub?

[@gracemalimbag3227]

How to put a nuna pipa carseat on it?

[@jingleplayz8668]

How tall are you since the handle bar doesn’t telescope seems like a good height for you

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

6 foot (well, 5, 11 and a half, but I say 6 foot) :)

[@jingleplayz8668]

The Stroller Workshop lol ok I will stick to 6 foot that’s perfect

[@AmyNeville]

What age do you think this stroller would go up to?

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

Around 2 and a half or 3, comfortably, but older children will still fit, it will probably just be a bit cramped. :)

[@picklesoupcase]

Overall would you recommend this pushchair? I currently have a Baby Jogger City Mini GT (great piece of kit but still too heavy). I live in a second floor apartment with no lift, I have an 8 month old to lug down and back up the stairs everyday as well as a pushchair and a backpack. I have been looking into ultra lightweight pushchairs and trying to find one that is car seat compatible, has a good sized basket and handles grass and bumpy terrains okay. Do you think the Minu would meet my needs? The main downside to this for me is the recline... There's so many pushchairs in this category but I'm struggling to find one that will work for my family! The Minu is also only £199 in the UK currently.

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

The Minu is great, but after the Mini GT, you will probably be disappointed. I can't really think of anything between these 2, unfortunately - especially not if you need something that works off-road. What you need is probably more of an out-of the-box lifestyle solution, like a safe place to lock up your stroller on the ground floor. Wish I had a model for you, but these 2 are too close in weight and capability :)

[@kpjhangiani]

@@BarnevognverkstedNo can the minu handle grass like at parks and slightly offroad terrain ok? i'm looking for something that can handle light gravel/packed dirt. with just occasional off roading on grass or packed dirt, i would mostly be using the stroller on even sidewalks. would the minu hold up to everyday use?

[@clementsze5241]

May i have yr comments between Uppababy Minu n Babyjogger city tour 2?

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

Sure. The Minu is a more sturdy and drivable stroller overall, but the Tour 2 will work as carryon luggage on a greater number of airlines (and is otherwise pretty well engineered as well, probably my 2nd pick for ultracompact travel strollers after the Yoyo+). So, if you're looking for a travel stroller for airline use mainly (for a smaller kid where you need the stroller in the airport up to the gate) then I would go with the Tour2, but if packing your stroller down to cabin luggage size isn't that important for your travel plans, then I would go with the Minu. :)

[@clementsze5241]

The Stroller Workshop Thanks a lot for yr advise, that’s really useful for me

[@clementsze5241]

The Stroller Workshop By the way, actually we are looking for a light weight stroller for mainly daily use with very seldom off road need, our babies are almost 3 years old, will only travel 2 or three times per year n not concern about the carryon luggage. We have a Zoe XLT and Chicco Bravo already, looking for a stroller similar as the Zoe, thanks again

[@KevinLindsay1]

You never actually showed it close and open which is half the reason i came here.

[@dangj]

Besides the bigger folded size, do you think this is better than the Yoyo+?

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

Yes. We just published a comparison with the yoyo+ if you're interested. I would say that for everything other than it's folded size (which also means how comfortable it is to carry around with that shoulder strap) and a slightly inferior brake system, the Minu is a much better stroller.

[@dangj]

The Stroller Workshop awesome comparison video! Would be great to see a review of Ergobaby Metro too

[@BarnevognverkstedNo]

thanks :) we've had several requests for the Metro, planning on getting one in the next couple weeks.