https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:32:38 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890184 Sat, 06 Jul 2019 13:01:11 +0000 PurplePumps 2890184@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@bhbee: I don't live in the city, so I wouldn't need it to carry a haul of groceries or anything like that. I guess it's not a huge deal, I don't really find my self using the basket anymore now anyway like I did before when I used the Bravo as a car seat carrier in markets. </p> <p>@Pollywog: @tysonja: Thanks! It's great to hear that it's lasted so long without any issues! I haven’t used my Bravo all that much imo, 2-3x a week short walk on paved roads, some mall trips, city outtings and what not only since the weather started getting better in April and I’ve already noticed the left back wheel wobbling! The roughest surface it's been on is Boston city brick. </p> <p>@SweetiePie: I think I'm gonna end up getting it. The Albee sale ends on Monday night so I'm going to go to buybuybaby and mess around with it in person before making a final decision. The harder part I think is deciding between Grey or Teal! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890170 Sat, 06 Jul 2019 09:49:02 +0000 SweetiePie 2890170@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Following! We just moved to the burbs last week and I have been itching to get rid of my UB Vista but really kinda needed it in the city. I’ve been wanting to replace it with the CityMiniGT.<br /> But I already have a yo-yo as our travel stroller and I’ve used it almost daily since we moved here so wondering if it’s enough at this point. DS2 is already 16 months.<br /> So basically I’m just following along to read the praises of the CityMini to see if it’s worth it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890168 Sat, 06 Jul 2019 07:17:17 +0000 Nonimouse 2890168@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I only have the mini gt, but I love it! I can easily push with one hand., its easy to lift and fold (it will stand on its side). The big wheels off road well and the hand brake is nice. The basket is small, but I still totally recommend this stroller! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890165 Sat, 06 Jul 2019 05:35:00 +0000 hitchhiker 2890165@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have no experience with these particular strollers, but I think a stroller that is easy to push and that you like is worth it if you can afford it. I am frustrated every time we borrow a stroller that's difficult to push with one hand after using our Bob for many years. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890164 Sat, 06 Jul 2019 05:32:59 +0000 tysonja 2890164@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>we have the 2011 mini as well that has lasted us 3 kids, 2 foster kids, and still going strong for LO#4 who is just a few weeks old right now, but using it already with the carseat adapter. i've loved it! the maneuverability, the one hand close, the one hand steering, giant sun cover... it's all been great. yes, the small basket and small basket opening is definitely a downside, but if you don't plan on doing a lot of shopping with it then i think it is fine. i hang my diaper bag on the handle or wear it as a back pack though, as shoving it all in the basket would be too annoying. we also have the 2010 city select double, and i DO love using the giant basket underneath. </p> <p>if i could go back i would get the GT just cause, but that said, the regular mini has been more than worth it's $$ for us, in my opinion :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890143 Fri, 05 Jul 2019 17:47:30 +0000 Pollywog 2890143@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a city mini circa 2014. I bought it used and I use it every day. My super frugal husband's only regret is that he wishes we bought it new because it's starting to show it's wear and he loves our city mini double gt so much more.</p> <p>I find that the basket holds enough. If it's not enough I throw a backpack together. We don't have a parent console.</p> <p>I've never needed it to stand upright and I bring that thing everywhere. It's light enough I can carry it one handed with a 14 month old in the other hand.</p> <p>What makes the city mini worth it's weight in gold to us is that my kids can get a dark, shaded nap in it without getting overheated. My kids have taken many long naps in there.</p> <p>In my opinion, I'd absolutely pay $50 more for the GT features. I love them in my double</p> <p>ETA, I live in a close-in suburb where I don't drive. The stroller goes on bumpy sidewalks well, into stores/playgrounds/libraries without a problem, and excels in public transportation. I've never driven mine, but I'm sure it would be fine to get in and out of a car </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890137 Fri, 05 Jul 2019 16:00:24 +0000 bhbee 2890137@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>What kind of terrain will you use it on? How do you use the basket (like do you grocery shop with it or just need to throw a bag in)? I think that makes a huge difference in how useful features are. </p> <p>I have a 2011 city mini (before the gt) and it’s lasted 3 kids, still going strong. I had it as my “city car” for 2.5 years and now another 5 years of burbs where it’s in and out of the car. The basket was slightly annoying when I used it for shopping, but I found you can unsnap one part and for more in. I think the easy fold is awesome and would rarely have a reason to stand it up - right now it stands on its side/wheel in my mini trunk area. I did buy a parent console but super cheap on amazon. I also have bag clips for the handle. The canopy is amazing. </p> <p>I’m sure others can speak more to the gt specifically but thought I would chime in to say even the old one is a great everyday stroller! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chicco-bravo-vs-city-jogger-mini-gt#post-2890124 Fri, 05 Jul 2019 12:07:54 +0000 PurplePumps 2890124@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hi!<br /> I was wondering if anyone had experience with both of these strollers and had a preference for either.<br /> I currently have the Bravo, but I find it hard to push with one hand and rather bulky when folded up. I know the Mini and Mini GT are super popular and takes care of my two main complains about the Bravo. But on the downside it has a much smaller basket and no parent tray, though I'm ok with buying accessories. It also seems that the City can't stand on it's own when folded, do you find that to be a problem? I can't think of when I've ever been out and needed to fold my stroller and keep it upright, but my son is only 9mo, so we haven't had a TON of experience being out and about yet.</p> <p>My husband doesn't really think I should spend more on another stroller since we have a perfectly fine one according to him, and I do kind of agree if it's not going to be significantly better. Opinions? Do you think the Mini GT worth buying if I have the Bravo? It's currently on sale at Albee for only $200, so while it's not going to break the bank, I hate to waste money on another stroller if it's not worth it.</p> <p>I'm only currently looking at this one cause I cant justify spending much more even if they are better. And if it matters, we have the 3D lite too, but I don't really like it cause the canopy is pretty useless imo.</p> <p>And the regular City Mini is about $150, but I think the GT is worth the extra $50 over the Mini? Has anyone had or used both? </p>