🚼 Capsule Guide
Reviewed by the BabyCosts editorial team
| Feature | Bugaboo Fox 5 | UPPAbaby Vista V3 | Stokke YOYO³ | Nuna Mixx Next | Cybex Gazelle S | Bugaboo Butterfly 2 | UPPAbaby Minu V3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Price | $839.00 View full comparison → | $1439.00 View full comparison → | $599.00 View full comparison → | $1104.99 View full comparison → | $990.00 View full comparison → | $569.00 View full comparison → | $599.00 View full comparison → |
| Capsule Compatibility | Bugaboo Turtle Air by Nuna capsule (adapters incl.); Maxi-Cosi, Cybex adapters available | UPPAbaby Mesa V3 capsule (no adapters); Maxi-Cosi, Cybex with adapters | YOYO car seat adapters (Maxi-Cosi, Cybex, Nuna); newborn pack sold separately; all YOYO² accessories compatible | Nuna PIPA capsule (included adapters); Maxi-Cosi, Cybex with adapters | Cybex infant capsules (adapters included); Maxi-Cosi, Nuna with adapters | Bugaboo Turtle Air by Nuna capsule (adapters sold separately) | UPPAbaby Mesa V3 capsule (no adapters); Maxi-Cosi, Cybex with adapters |
| Price (AUD) | $839 – $1,899 | $1,439 – $1,599 | $599 – $799 | $1,104.99 – $1,699 | $990 – $1,299.99 | $569 – $829 | $599 – $636.65 |
| Fold Type | One-hand compact fold | Self-standing fold with seat attached | One-hand compact fold (cabin size) | One-hand compact fold | Self-standing fold with seat attached | One-second compact fold | One-hand compact fold with carry strap |
| Weight | 10.5 kg (chassis + seat) | 12.4 kg (chassis + main seat) | 6.1 kg | 11.2 kg (chassis + seat) | 12.9 kg (single mode, chassis + seat) | 7.3 kg | 7.8 kg |
| Warranty | 4 years (2 + 2 upon registration) | 3 years (frame) / 2 years (fabric) | 3 years (2 + 1 upon registration) | 2 years | 2 years | 4 years (2 + 2 upon registration) | 3 years (2 + 1 upon registration) |
| Terrain | All-terrain (foam-filled tyres) | Urban and light gravel | Urban / flat surfaces only | Urban and light gravel (foam-filled tyres) | Urban and light off-road (air-filled tyres option) | Urban / flat surfaces only | Urban (all-wheel suspension) |
| Safety Standard | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source | Australian mandatory standard based on AS/NZS 2088:2000; exact model certification evidence not published in the reviewed public source |
| Age Range | Birth to ~4 years (22 kg) | Birth to ~4 years (single); birth to ~5 years (double config) | 6 months to ~4 years (birth with newborn pack) | Birth to ~4 years (22 kg) | Birth to ~4 years (22 kg per seat); double mode for 2 children | 6 months to ~4 years (22 kg) | 3 months to ~4 years (22 kg); birth with Mesa capsule |
| Folded Size | 89 × 53 × 35 cm | 93 × 60 × 42 cm | 52 × 44 × 18 cm (cabin-approved) | 82 × 60 × 44 cm | 95 × 60 × 42 cm | 45 × 36 × 23 cm (cabin-approved) | 52 × 47 × 30 cm |
The most cost-effective travel system is a pram and capsule from the same manufacturer. The UPPAbaby Vista V3 ($$1,439+) + Mesa V3 capsule ($549+) is the best-value matching system — the Mesa clicks in without adapters, saving you $79-$150. The Bugaboo Fox 5 ($$839+) + Turtle Air by Nuna ($599+) includes adapters in the box, creating a premium all-terrain travel system. The Cybex Gazelle S ($$990+) + Cybex Cloud Q ($599+) also includes adapters. If you’re mixing brands (e.g., a Maxi-Cosi capsule on a Bugaboo pram), budget an extra $50-$150 for adapters and verify compatibility before purchasing.
Bugaboo International B.V.
The all-terrain full-size pram that folds with one hand.
From $839.00
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UPPAbaby
The expandable pram that grows from one child to two.
From $1439.00
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Stokke AS
The cabin-approved travel pram, now with improved ventilation and comfort.
From $599.00
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Nuna International B.V.
The compact full-size pram with magnetic buckle and all-season seat.
From $1104.99
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Cybex GmbH
The single-to-double pram with integrated shopping basket.
From $990.00
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Bugaboo International B.V.
The ultra-compact travel pram with one-second fold.
From $569.00
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UPPAbaby
The compact everyday pram with one-hand fold and travel-ready design.
From $599.00
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It depends on the pram and capsule combination. Some pram brands include adapters for their own capsules (UPPAbaby Mesa clicks into the Vista V3 without adapters; Nuna PIPA clicks into the Nuna Mixx Next without adapters). Third-party capsules like Maxi-Cosi and Cybex almost always need brand-specific adapters costing $50-$150. Always check before buying — some retailers bundle adapters with capsule purchases.
All seven premium prams in our catalog support Maxi-Cosi infant capsules with the appropriate adapters, including Bugaboo Fox 5 (adapters sold separately), UPPAbaby Vista V3 (adapters ~$79), Stokke YOYO³ (YOYO Maxi-Cosi adapters), Nuna Mixx Next (adapters ~$79), and Cybex Gazelle S (adapters ~$59). Adapter costs vary by brand, so factor this into your total budget.
Buy a pram that includes capsule adapters in the box: the Cybex Gazelle S ($990+) includes adapters for Cybex capsules, Bugaboo Fox 5 includes adapters for the Turtle Air by Nuna, and Nuna Mixx Next includes adapters for Nuna PIPA capsules. If you already own a pram, expect to spend $50-$150 for third-party capsule adapters. The Stokke YOYO³ ($599+) with YOYO adapters + a compatible capsule is the cheapest travel system option at approximately $1,050 total.
No. Capsule-to-pram compatibility is brand-specific and requires matching adapters. Most premium prams support Maxi-Cosi, Cybex, and Nuna capsules with the right adapters, but some combinations aren't supported. The safest approach: buy the same brand capsule as your pram (UPPAbaby Mesa for Vista V3, Nuna PIPA for Nuna Mixx Next, Cybex Cloud for Gazelle S) — these click in without adapters and are tested as a complete system.
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