Evenflo Pivot Xpand Stroller Review | Tested and Rated

As a parent, you want a stroller that’s safe, practical, and economical for your kids. You also want something that’s very functional, is loaded with useful features, and will last a while. The Evenflo Pivot Xpand stroller meets all of these criteria and more. It’s currently trending in America and is all the rage at many baby gear conventions. You’ll learn why in this article.

What is the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Stroller?

Welcome to a stroller that’s versatile and reasonably priced. It’s the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Stroller and it’s red hot in America. You can buy it for USD 399. You’ll get high-quality baby gear with the same capabilities and functionalities of fancier and higher-end strollers. 

The Evenflo Pivot Xpand Stroller is a full-sized single to double stroller travel system. Its handle bar is easy to grip and has a great feel because it’s made from foam. Like the Mockingbird stroller, you can adjust its height by pulling down on the handle. 

Folding and Storing it are Easy

Folding the stroller is quick and easy because the lower parts of its frame have triggers. You should adjust the handle so that it goes all the way up before you fold the stroller to store it. Interestingly enough, while it will fit into the trunk of any compact car, you may have some difficulty storing it in a smaller space mainly because it doesn’t fold into a very compact package. 

For best results, remove the crossbar before putting it in your car’s trunk. It will stick out and make inserting it in your trunk very challenging if you don’t. You can pull the latch on the side out to unfold it. That’s a plus point for this stroller because that makes it easier to unfold as compared to other strollers. 

There is one drawback though. You need both hands to adjust its height or fold and unfold it. You can do both tasks with just one hand with other brands. The stroller has a knob on the right side which you can attach a cup holder to. However, the cup may bend a bit if you leave it attached all of the time. You will have to remove the cup holder before storing the stroller in your trunk - it may get damaged if you don’t.

It’s Very Comfortable

Your kids will be very comfortable in this stroller. However, the cushioning is not as rigid or robust as in other strollers. Its three-point harness system is easy to adjust. But, you will need to keep the crossbar completely on or remove it when your kid is in the stroller. So, you can’t leave the crossbar hanging on or off of the stoller when your kids are in it. 

It’s easy to adjust the footrest at the bottom. Just pull up on it. The canopy at the top is adequate and has a peek-a-boo window. However, there is no magnet or other mechanism to close and secure it in place. The stroller lacks an extended sunshade. That feature tends to protect your kids more on hot and sunny days. 

Another great feature of the stroller is that you don’t need an adapter to expand it to a double stroller. That makes it versatile and popular with parents. You take the seat off to convert it to a double stroller. Just slide the adapters on either side of the stroller near the bottom of the seat to the top of the frame. Then push down on a button on a bar on the basket at the bottom of the stroller. 

Note:  you will need to install the top seat backwards so that it faces you. But those actions will release the lower adapters which you can easily pop out and attach the second seat to. You can configure the seats in many positions as either a single or a double stroller. You can even attach an Evenflo brand rider board to the bottom to accommodate a third kid. 

The stroller comes with a Safe Max car seat. However, it’s also compatible with the Chicco Keyfit, the Graco Snug Right Connect, and other car seat brands. 

It’s Convertible

You can convert both car seats into bassinets. Just take the seat out of the frame, push on the two buttons on the sides of the seat, and unclip the two clips near the bottom and the one clip in the center on the back. Then push the bottom part of the seat down. You can raise the bassinet’s position by pulling the handle out and sliding the adapters up.

The storage basket has a shallower back with great storage capacity. You can easily store larger bags in it and it can easily accommodate 25 pounds of weight. It has a single pedal brake which works wonderfully. It has foam-filled plastic cruiser tires. So, it’s not advisable to take the stroller out on rocky and/or bumpy terrain. 

The wheels lack a locking mechanism, so you can’t easily secure the front wheels in place. However, the entire stroller has a smooth push. 

Features

• Stroller weighs 28 pounds.
• Gives more resistance when fully loaded.
• Single to double convertible stroller.
• Seat convertible to a bassinet. 
• Adjustable handlebar.
• Smooth push
• Cup holder included

Pros

• Seat convertible to a bassinet
• Smooth push
• Lightweight
• Easy to store in car trunks.

Cons

• Not ideal for bumpy or rocky terrains
• More resistance when fully loaded
• Cup holder may bend when left on for longer periods
• Peek-a-boo window doesn’t fasten securely

To Conclude 

You want the Evenflo Pivot Xpand stroller if you want something versatile and durable. It has the same features and functionalities as higher-end strollers at a fraction of the price. It’s also practical. These may be the reasons why it’s currently trending in America.