Phil and Teds Vibe Reviews and Specifications
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- Detailed Phil and Teds Vibe Review
| Manufacturers description |
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| Suitability | ||
| This pram is suitable | From birth | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 10 kg | 22.0 lbs |
| Seat | ||
| Seat capacity | 25 kg | 55.0 lbs |
| Can direction of seat be reversed? | No | |
| Wheels | ||
| Number of Wheels that Swivel | 1 | |
| Handle | ||
| Handle height adjustable? | Yes | |
| Handle reversible? | No | |
| Toddler seat | ||
| Toddler Seat Option? | Available | |
| Bassinet | ||
| Bassinet | Not available | |
Reader Reviews
Love it with just a minor complaint
Reviewed by: Nicky from Cairns, Oct 11, 2008General Review
I love this pram, I love the look, the feel, the steering, the fact that you can carry 2 children in a pram the size of a single. It is easy to fold (once you get the hang of it!) easy to push etc. I have had a Peg Perego and a Bertini both of which I really liked too but the P&T is just great. You will always have to sacrifice something when you get a pram that is the size of a single that takes two kids, ie the basket is pretty much unusable when you have a baby at the back. You can put small things in from the side but a small price to pay for me really.I would definitely recommend buying the carry bag for those of you that travel with this pram. It is a couple of hundred dollars extra but contains the pram with the wheels on (to pull along like a suitcase) or off (to carry with a shoulder strap) whichever you choose plus the double kit attached to the pram! It stops it getting banged around by the luggage people, as we all know they are not that gentle with things.
It is also great that the sunshade is totally movable, so if the sun is right in front of the pram you flip it all the way down. I also like that the back of the main seat is open and keeps the child in the main seat cool.
Pros
Looks greatEasy to manage
Great fabric
Light Aluminium frame
Easy to fold
Folds with double kit on
Great practical sunshade
Cons
Handle could be slightly longer for when you have the toddler seat on the back you have to keep your arms fully extended when pushing. This is mainly an issue when exercise walking and not really an issue when just pushing around a shopping centre.So unhappy with this pram
Reviewed by: Meaghan from Sydney, Sep 27, 2008General Review
Designed with aesthetics at the expense of practicality, ease, maneouvability and manageability. Could have been a great pram but lost the advantages of the Sports model with the additions of this model. Defintely and sadly not worth the cost. Steering for a start is terrible compared to my friends Sport model.Pros
Looks good. Great materials.Cons
see reviewActually tried before buying and love it!
Reviewed by: Simon and Jenny from New Zealand, Sep 15, 2008General Review
We received our Vibe a few weeks ago now and just wanted to pass on out comments.Like everything there are a few things we would happily change but in general we are really happy with our Vibe and the things we would change are minor.
In reply to some of the previous comments, I think its important to compare it properly. It takes two kids and as such compared to a double pram is miles better in terms of size and manoeuvrability. And as a single its fantastic.
Pros
We love the feel of the Vibe and the construction. Its light weight but feels solid as a rock. Pushing is so smooth. The seats are comfortable and the straps are simple and fast to use. The folding can be a bit of a trick when you first try it but once you know how to do it it’s a breeze. My wife like its as you don’t need to bend over fully or lay it on the ground to do it. We like that when folded all the bits tuck away and it lock in place. Also with the front bar in place and the wheels unlocked its easy to tow around. We both really like the break – especially my wife. She uses its lots and to be honest we would not have got a Phil & Ted if it was not for this as the break on the sport is horrible in our opinion. We even had a sales person try to tell us “it’s not to bad and her daughter just bends down to use it”! This is our first stroller so have not found having the break in the middle of the handle to be a problem. We find we use it lots.And what can I say about the looks. Great.
Cons
Things which we would be happy if they were modified include;o A viewing window on the top – minor but handy
o Better instructions. I would recommend having a look at this– has lots of good information that makes it much simpler to understand and use: http://www.regallager.com/downloads/vibe-helpfulhints.pdf
o The toddler seat could be bigger but then we know that when we brought it and part of the reason we got it as our legs did not hit it when it was on. We also haven’t had a problem with it so far but are just looking into the future.
o The standard Phil & Ted sleeping bag fits but does bunch in the centre a bit. I’m not sure if this is common across all buggies but is easy to fix.
Should have got the Phil & Ted Sport
Reviewed by: Sally from Melbourne, Aug 13, 2008General Review
Not worth extra money over and above the Sport model.Pros
Idea is a good one but doesn't follow through.Cons
See previous reviewers. Dito Dito.Please don't bother with it. I've returned mine.
Reviewed by: Dan from Melbourne, Aug 13, 2008General Review
This pram is really disappointing. It may look sexy but it does not follow up with practicality in design. There are far too many problems with it as a double pram that the sport does not have. Realistically most people are buying it to use primarily as a double pram. I cannot understand how they could not have tested and ironed out these faults prior to launch. Very frustrating and disappointing as I waited 3 months for the pram to arrive in Australia and should have just got the Sport in first place. I have had a Quinny Zapp and Bugaboo Cameleon and just love them both and both worth the extra money however the Vibe is just a marketing gimmick.Pros
Looks good.Material cleans up well.
Double seat goes on easily.
Sturdy.
Cons
• Toddler straps already too small for my two year old and cannot extend so he cannot wear a coat otherwise the straps don’t fit. Will not fit him in next 6 months.• When pushing the pram with double kit on your knees hit the back of the double kit.
• Toddler seat sinks into the baby seat underneath as not enough straps underneath to support it, consequently leaving no room for the baby's legs.
• Hand break is in ridiculous position and is easily and frequently knocked to ‘on’ position by an arm, bag etc.
• Cannot access the basket underneath when using the double kit, yet can with the sport model
• Second baby’s head is almost reaching top of the baby seat and will do so in next few months meaning their head will bang against the metal frame.
• Front well always gets jammed in the sideways position meaning you cannot move quickly until readjusted it.
• There is nowhere to put a nappy bag or any bag for that matter. Certainly can’t get to basket underneath and can’t hang off handle as hits baby in second seat in the face.
• Limited colours to choose from which is really incidental compared to the previous problems.
• Not able to have baby in double kit on own while toddler jumps out as then unbalanced unless put significant weight (eg. Bag) in toddler seat.
Best on the market for 2 small children
Reviewed by: Michelle from Perth, Western Australia, May 10, 2008General Review
I've been waiting for this pram since January and it finally arrived at the begining of May. I think the manufacturers should have but something on their website about when this pram was going to be released instead of trying to protect sales of the older models. Having said that the vibe is a good pram for 2 children close together in age.Pros
-best pram on the market for 2 small children if you don't want a side by side pram;-easy to steer;
-easy to fold;
-light weight; &
-looks stylish.
Cons
-children facing away from you;-a bit difficult to get a small baby in & out of the bottom bit while the double kit is on the front;
-insect / rain covers not included in the expensive price ($1,028 including the double kit); &
-the main seat is adjusted with zips & a strap which can be a bit tricky.
Great Pram
Reviewed by: Maree from Melbourne, May 09, 2008General Review
This pram is great to look at, easy to steer and comfortable for both kids!Pros
Fabric is thick which is comforatble for both kids and easy to clean. Folds up really easily without detaching anything!Cons
Having the break on the handle bar is a bit of a pain...sometimes I hit the break while moving which creates jerking!!!Still hungry for more reviews? Read the in depth Strollers and Prams Phil and Teds Vibe Review