Chicco Bravo Trio Travel System Review: An Innovative Travel System

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Reviewed by Talia Tucker
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We like

Ease of Use

Ample amounts of storage space including the large pocket underneath the stroller

Parent tray with 2 cup holders

Saves space since the car seat transforms into the stroller and the entire unit is very compact and collapsable

Canopy is easy to remove and adjust

Very slim design for tight spaces

Single hand folding

Adjustable stroller handle

We don’t like

You need two hands to push it

The seat is not reversible

The canopy does not have SPF protection

How it works

The Chicco Bravo Trio is more than a stroller or a car seat. It’s packaged together as a travel system. With it, you get the Chicco Key Fit 30 Infant Car Seat that can be turned into the stroller just by fitting it into the frame. The system consists of the stroller frame, car seat and base.

It is one of the most popular car seat stroller combinations on the market right now. It’s a mixture of ingenuity, style, and convenience which are defining attributes to all Chicco™ brand products. The resulting product is a high quality, all-in-one travel system that parents who are constantly on the move will love.

The Chicco Bravo Trio truly stands out and it is a work of innovation because of its industry-leading features. The Chicco stroller can easily be opened or folded up with one hand. Once folded, it becomes very compact for convenient storage and handling. The car seat itself has a few different configurations as well so it can be laid flat and reclined upward like a normal seat, with a few additional options in between.

The material of the seat is also what makes the Chicco Bravo Trio a great product. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing with its sleek designs and chic colors, the fabric is also very easy to clean. And the neutral but stylish colors, as well as the modern design, allow it to match well with all types of car interior fabrics or colors.

The Chicco Bravo Trio travel system is intended for infants between 4 and 30 lbs and up to 30 inches in height so it’s a great seat that parents can use for several years due to its versatility and durability.

Design

Design

The travel system fits children between 4 and 30 pounds who are under 30 inches tall. The stroller weighs 23 pounds by itself. To close it, you will need to lift the seat cushion where there will be a fold handle. The handle can be engaged with one hand. The stroller will collapse and the front wheels will turn inward so that it is compact and able to stand up. This makes it easy to store. Additionally, the fold handle can be used to carry the stroller when it’s folded up.

The stroller features a large basket at the bottom for storage which is accessible from any side, making it a convenient storage option for parents. The stroller also has 9 inch wheels that can maneuver in all directions and can function on any type of surface.The stroller can also be used for many years thanks to its adjustability. The stroller features a one-touch braking system so it’ll stay put when parked as well. In addition, the stroller has a parent tray with two cup holders. A child tray can also be added that has two cup holders as well.

The car seat has a great design as well. It weighs 9 pounds alone but 17 pounds with the base included. The base is 17 inches wide with the car seat or 15 inches wide by itself, and 27 inches long making it the perfect size even for compact cars.

The seat has LATCH connections and a five-point harness that can be tightened with one pull to keep babies safe and secure. The seat also has some built in features that make it easy to install. It has bubble level indicators so that parents can ensure that the seat is properly level and is at the appropriate angle in the car. The car seat itself is also adjustable, allowing for several different reclining options. This is ideal for parents who take lengthy car rides because their child will be able to be comfortable in the multiple reclining positions.

The car seat carrier also has removable head and body cushions to support newborns as little as 4 pounds. The shell is lined with EPS energy-absorbing foam for heightened impact resistance.

In addition to the functionality of the Chicco Bravo Trio travel system, the system also has a very fashionable design. The Chicco Bravo Trio is available in several different colors. They collection includes various shades of creams, beiges, earth tones, metal tones and black. They are all generally very neutral and calming and versatile enough to match almost any car’s interior. There are 8 color combinations. Most are solid, classic colors but others have patterns including polka dots. There are enough variations to suit any personal taste or style.
Durability

Durability

The Chicco Bravo Trio travel system is very durable and well-made. Parents praise the seat for its quality and longevity.
The fabrics are easy-to-clean and stain-resistant. The shell of the seat is made out of a high-quality plastic. It’s lined with EPS energy-absorbing foam which aids in its impact resistance and safety. The plastic also makes maintenance and care very easy.
The seats and cushions are made of durable fabrics that will resist rips and tears and also stains. They can be wiped down for quick clean ups or be machine washed for a more thorough cleaning. However, the fabrics will remain looking new for the many years that you will be able to use this seat.
Maintenance

Maintenance

The fabrics can be washed in the machine in cold water on delicate cycle. Air drying or drip drying is recommended. The plastic outer parts and the hardware can be cleaned using warm warm, mild soap and a sponge and then dried off with a towel. For the harness, machine washing is not recommended. It should be sponge cleaned with warm water, mild soap and left to air dry.

The fabric is easy to wipe clean for quick, on-the-go cleanups. The plastic shell is also resistant to scratches. But if they do get scratched or damaged, the color hides it well so that the travel system stays looking new for a long time.

Additionally, because the seat is able to be lifted from the base and the stroller, anything that’s trapped inside the seat can be dumped out for a very thorough cleaning that parents will appreciate.
Ease of Use

Ease of Use

Assembly takes less than five minutes out of the box for even the most inexperienced DIY-er. There are minimal instructions involved with the Chicco Bravo Trio. After the four easy steps, the car seat and stroller are ready for use.

The seat features a five-point harness that can be adjusted easily with one pull. The reclining seat feature is also easy to figure out and it offers three seat positions so that baby is always comfortable and secure. The handlebar also has three positions which can be changed by pushing in on both sides, releasing the handle and then putting it at the desired height.

As for the stroller, it weighs only 23 pounds so it’s easy to lift in and out of the car or up and down the stairs. To fold it up, you just need to take the handle on the seat and pull it up. The wheels turn inward and the entire thing is then able to stand up on its own. It has handles that make it easy to lift as well. Collapsing the stroller can be done using only one hand.

In motion, the stroller is able to go over most terrains and surfaces. The wheels allow it to go easily in any direction so maneuvering it is not an issue. It’s equipped with 4-wheel suspension so a lot of shock can be absorbed. The stroller is also compact and lightweight so it’s able to fit through inconvenient spaces and it takes turns quickly and easily.
Portability

Portability

The Chicco Bravo Trio system is unique because of its convertible nature. The car seat is taken out of the car and then fitted into the stroller frame easily. When the stroller is no longer needed, the stroller folds up into a tight little package. To fold it up, you need to pull the handle on the seat in order for it to collapse. After it’s folded up that same handle can be used to carry the unit.
Comfort

Comfort

The seat can be adjusted into multiple positions so that your baby is always comfortable on long car rides. The seat also comes with head and body supports so that newborns are positioned well and stay safe and secure. Every aspect of the travel system is able to be adjusted so that the seat can be changed based on the preferences of the child. They can lay completely flat, sit upright or anything in between.
Price Range

Price Range

The Chicco Bravo Trio travel system is definitely marked lower than many of its competitors out there but it doesn’t sacrifice quality or safety in order to allow for the lower price point. There are many other strollers and car seats that go for more but don’t rank as highly as this system in safety or performance. And for the cost, you’re getting an entire system that includes a car seat and stroller. This is a great product for parents who have a budget but still want a good quality item.
Safety

Safety

The Chicco Bravo Trio travel system is recommended by NICU nurses because the car seat has the support inserts to keep newborn babies securely in place. The inserts and the adjustability of the travel system help keep babies safe as they continue to grow and their car seat needs change. The shell of the car seat is also made of EPS energy-absorbing foam to absorb impact in the case of an accident. The LATCH system enables the seat to be secured tightly to your vehicle’s seat as well. The bubble level indicators also help parents ensure that their seat is installed correctly in either the car or the in the stroller.

Conclusion

For the price, The Chicco Bravo Trio is definitely a budget-friendly option for parents that are always on the go and need the convenience and ease of a car seat and stroller combination that is as versatile as they are. The Chicco Bravo Trio is more than a stroller or a carseat. It’s marketed and sold together as a travel system.

It is one of the most popular car seat stroller combinations on the market right now which is no wonder because of its ingenuity and style which is the signature mark of a Chicco™ brand product. The resulting travel system is a high quality, three in one travel system that parents and children who are constantly on the run will love and appreciate.

The Chicco Bravo Trio stands out among car seats and strollers in the same price range because of its innovative and industry-leading features. The stroller is easily opened or folded up using only one hand. Once folded, it is a compact unit with a built in handle which makes it ideal for convenient storage and handling. It can fit in almost any compact car or tight trunk space. The car seat itself is highly adjustable as well as it can be reclined flat like a bed or in a normal upright position, with a few additional configurations in between.

The design and materials that Chicco Bravo Trio travel system is made with also make it a great product. In addition to being visually pleasing with its modern designs and chic colors, the fabric is also very easy to clean. And the neutral but stylish colors as well as the sleek design allow it to match well with different types of car interiors in a variety of fabrics and colors.

The Chicco Bravo Trio travel system is intended for infants between 4 and 30 lbs and up to 30 inches in height so it’s a great seat that parents can use for the first few years of their children’s lives.
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