Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Graco Aire3 Travel System (Stroller and Car Seat), Gotham

Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2016

We bought this for our new born after pouring over a lot of reviews. We needed one to bring her home from the hospital. And, so far it feels like we made a good choice. I'm sure there could be ones that are better than this, but for our price point and our requirements, this does a pretty good job. Here are our requirements:

1) Easy to assemble and disassemble - very easy. Can't think if it can get better than this.
2) Must have a car base - comes with one
3) Not too bulky - I can easily lift this one to place it at the back of the car
4) Easy to maneuver - it's a breeze here. Very smooth sailor.
5) Should look very nice - This is more subjective. Definitely looks great for us.

And I think its a 5 out of 5 in all of the above requirements.

Couple of things to be aware of:

1) It took us a while to figure out how to place the baby in the seat while bringing her home, because there's a notch right below the seat (it's invisible) and you press it down to loosen the belts. That was the only thing in this one that took me a while to figure out.
2) Also, for the first few times, the latches wouldn't click in properly or it doesn't come out easily but with repeated use it became good. Aside from these, it is perfect. Definitely recommend this one.

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DCB

Glad I settled on this one!

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2015

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This is our first travel system, first baby, yada yada. I am giving it 5 stars because of all of the hours of research I have done concerning strollers. The assembly is SO easy and Amazon's price is absolutely unbeatable! The features I love about this system (other than the obvious Graco Click Connect and easy fold features) are: the bar in front of the baby only contains a cup holder. I plan to feed my baby at the table/ in eating situations only instead of feeding my kid to keep them from throwing a fit, so I won't be using a snack tray. It is the perfect size to clip toys to which is great. I like that it reclines into a bassinet for a newborn so I can leave the car seat in the car if I am going to be out for a long time at the farmers market or something like that. The canopy is very impressive with the amount of light it shields baby from. A larger child will most likely only have exposed legs which are easy to cover (with a blanket, pants, or non-toxic sun screen). The storage basket is average and the accessibility is average. I plan to hang my big ole (first timer, remember) diaper bag from the handle bars, anyway, so the storage basket will most likely be used during quick shopping trips or for toys or snacks or whatever and the size is fine for that. If you have a smaller diaper bag, it'll totally fit...(a common complaint I saw about ALL strollers was that the storage was hard to access... duh... you have to bend down... if you don't like bending... don't bother concerning yourself with the storage basket at all :) ). The final thing I really like about this stroller is the ability to zip my keys and cell phone into a case in the parent tray. Most strollers don't have that option, even most of the expensive strollers don't offer it! Just remember when buying a stroller... it's a stroller... it's not life or death. Focus on the car seat if you're going to focus on anything with a travel system, that's the most important thing. This car seat is easy to clip in and out and easy to install in the car. I can't attest to it's comfort (none of the car seats seem like they would be comfortable anyway) but it looks like it'll do its job. All of my friends use this car seat with their travel system and none of them have anything bad to say about it except for their big ole babies growing out of it a little bit sooner than expected... and that's not the car seat's fault! haha

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Woodward

Graco Aire3 vs City Mini (after a week in Disneyland with both strollers)

Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2017

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My sister and I were both in the market for a new stroller. After lots of research, we both narrowed it down to two finalists- this stroller (Graco Aire3 click connect) and the baby jogger City Mini. She ended up purchasing this one, and I purchased the city mini.

Since we couldn't find any great comparisons of the two strollers online, I decided to write one.

We each brought our strollers to Disneyland for a week and pushed around a 3 and 5 year old.

Both of the strollers fold the same way (so easy- one of the best features), push like a dream and maneuver very well, have big sunshades and the seats lay *almost* flat. We tested them side by side and they do lay back the exact same amount.

Graco Aire3:
-bigger tires
-foam handlebar
-slightly shorter handlebar (but still comfortable for a 5' 11" woman)
-bigger basket
-seat folds up to make a bassinet for a newborn (fun feature)
-comes with parent console and child cup holder (the child one is somewhat useless so we just took it off for easier in and out)
-sun shade has mesh area for more airflow which is nice, but the sun does shine through it sometimes which can be annoying
-stands up nicely when folded
-doesn't have a place for older children to rest their feet
-the seat is more shallow (fine for babies and young toddlers, annoying for bigger kids)

City Mini:
-rubber handlebar (feels a little better IMO)
- taller handlebar
- no mesh in the sunshade which makes for less airflow, but more sun protection (I thought the airflow would be a big deal, but it really wasn't. Even in 90 degree weather. The extra shade was nice.)
- smaller basket underneath (annoying)
- no parent or child cup holders included (very annoying), but it does have a mesh bag on the back which is useful
- seat is deeper, which is nice for bigger kids
- doesn't stand well when folded (Aire3 is better in this)
- pushes just a little bit smoother
- has a little indent where kids can rest their feet. Not ideal, but better than nothing.

Overall, the Aire3 is a FAR better value for the price. Graco found all of the features that were missing from the City Mini and added them to this stroller. It was very thoughtfully designed. You can't go wrong with it!!

I will add that both of the kids preferred riding in the city mini, but they said that was because it was blue. I think the deeper seat and little footrest might have added to that. But who knows. Although neither of us regret our purchases, I still think the Aire3 is an excellent stroller and better value overall.

Also, in case anyone is wondering, the baby jogger glider board does work with the city mini, but does NOT work with the Aire3.

(blue stroller in pictures is City Mini, black is Aire3)

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Brat101

The stroller maneuvers really well and the baby carrier is extremely easy to put on the base

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2019

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I looked at many,many strollers and read so many reviews before deciding on the graco aire3 travel system.
Stroller:
This stroller was extremely easy to assemble the wheel click on and off. The adult cup holder slides on to plastic clips. The part where the kids legs go can fold up with velcro straps to make a bassinet, go straight out to do a quick diaper change or fold down out of the way for bigger kids. The back folds almost completely flat and sits up great si bigger kids can see everything. The stroller itself folds up with 1 pull of a strap in the center of seat that is conveniently hidden away in the stroller seat. Once folded, it has a clip on the side that latches and keeps it closed. If rear wheels are locked when folded the stroller will stand on it's on. The only downside I found about this stroller was the plastic wheels and cup holders. However, after using several times the wheels dont affect the manuverability. This stroller rolls great and handles very well on different terrains. The sun shade is great as it can be unzipped in the middle to make it extend out further and provide a mesh area so air can circulate to baby also has a small mesh window that can be exposed by rolling back and strapping out of the way with velcro. The adult cup holders however,will not stay on when stroller is folded and child cup holder gets in the way when using baby carrier.
Baby carrier:
The graco click connect baby carrier is great. It feels extremely sturdy when carrying by the handle. The sun shade is just the right lenghth that it doesn't get in the way. The baby insert is an added bonus which fits baby well. The straps are very easy to adjust. The carrier clicks in the base very easy. Just sit it straight down on base and it clicks right on super easy.
Carrier base:
The base has a leveler on it and a knob to push the base up or down to level it if needed. It has the tether strap attached to it if needed as well.

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Brian Auten

The best travel system! So easy to assmble!

Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2016

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We LOVE this Graco Aire3 Click Connect Travel System! When I was pregnant, my husband and I shopped around for a while and tried out so many strollers at multiple stores. We found that Graco was our favorite brand so we started looking at their different models. I found great reviews on this product from other sites as well as Amazon.com. I love this stroller for many reasons; one being that it is compact. It is SO easy to fold up and put into the back of my car. I have a smaller 4 door sedan and it fits perfectly into my trunk. The Aire3 stroller has 2 cup holders and a zipper pouch for my cell phone. It also has storage below to hold shopping bags, jackets or a baby carrier. I love that this stroller has the two wheels in the middle of the front of the stroller. I was specifically looking for this style rather than the traditional wheel square design. I could not find anywhere on the Graco sight that says if this stroller can be jogged with, but I did read reviews of other moms who have jogged with this travel system with no issues. I have jogged with this travel system a few times with no issues. I love the safety reviews on the car seat and how easily it connects to the stroller and the car seat base that is included. The material is really easy to wipe down and keep clean if something was spilled on it. This material does not get too hot even while in the sun, so it is safe for my baby to ride in during the summertime. Also, I put this stroller together myself when I was about 37 weeks pregnant and it was so quick and easy. Everything assembled perfectly without any issues. We use the stroller and car seat every single day without any issues. I would definitely recommend this Graco Aire3 Click Connect Travel System to any new or expecting moms. We have bought all Graco products for our baby girl and we love everything! Graco is an excellent brand with amazing safety reviews!

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JM13

Best bang for you buck!

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2016

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I did a ton of research before buying this and it definitely is the best bang for your buck. We love this system! The car seat isn't too heavy and is very easy to get baby in and out-only three clicks and pull! It also clicks in and out of the bases with no problem (grandma and grandpa are even able to do it with ease). We bought another base and are happy we did because then we don't have to transfer from car to car. I have a small suv and my husband has a sedan and it fits well in both vehicles with plenty of leg room in the front seat (some times a problem with other car seats). We've used it for months now and we don't have any complaints!

We also love the stroller. The infant seat easily clicks in and out making it quick and easy. The storage bin is great and so are the cup holders and zip up pouch. My diaper bag was a little big for the bin but easily attaches to the handle. It has a good turning radius and one button break that controls all the wheels. It collapses very easily and quickly with one hand and expands easily as well. If you're debating between this and another company, this is the best bang for your buck!

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Whitneyg

I love that I can push it with one hand

Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2016

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We did a LOT of research when trying to pick out a travel set for our daughter. We read research on tons of different models and went to many stores.
Pros: It truly is light weight. I love that I can push it with one hand, even with the car seat in the stroller. When my four year old hops in there, it is still super easy to push. It folds up great and is so easy it can be done with one hand. In that regard, it is comparable to the City mini. The cup holders are great and handy, and I like that there are two. The wheel lock is nice too, but I haven't really found a need to lock it yet. The car seat doesn't make baby run hot, as it's not as deep as some of the Britax models. There are not a lot of seat positions, which I like better as there is absolutely no assembly needed when putting down or setting up stroller. The canopy on top is extra long, and has a peek window to see through. With the infant seat, the canopy from the seat and the stroller completely cover baby. The padding on the handle of the car seat is extra nice as I carry it under my arm.

Cons: the fabric seems a little cheap because it is really shiny. Makes it look like plastic. The canopy will get stuck on the handle part of the car seat because it is taller than the handle. The click connect doesn't work great with the car seat and base. Sometimes it is hard to unhook the car seat from the base, and I have to rock the seat from side to side to get it to connect to the base. I need to call customer service about this since it could pose a safety issue. Also, sometimes unclicking the car seat from the stroller is difficult because the stroller is so light. The whole stroller pulls up when you try to disconnect the car seat from it.

Overall, I am still very happy with the price we paid and the products we got. I am very confident Graco will address the issues with the click connect as they have fixed all issues we have had before with other products.

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Anonymous

Graco Aire3 Poseidon color

Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2015

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After having this travel system long enough to really see if I like it or not... I absolutely am so disappointed. First of all, the color is much darker than shown. It's not the cute turquoise I thought. So that was a let down.
The carseat seems so uncomfortable for the baby. When my baby was a newborn, it was so upright and I couldn't recline it enough. There was little support for the head.The latch is hard to get undone sometimes on the base. & it's super hard to get it to latch INTO the stroller and sometimes when I latching, you have to literally pick up the stroller, car seat attached, to try and put it off.
The stroller though, is the biggest let down to me.
Everytime I take it out of my car, the parent tray is unattached on one side and so is the umbrella/hood. Also, all the strap cushions have fallen off which makes the straps very uncomfortable for my baby. It's a pain. The easy fold up is nice but other than that... There is nothing good about this travel system. Spend the extra money and get a britax. I wish I would've done that in the first place.

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Kyle Milos

A quality stroller with some minor drawbacks

Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2017

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We have had this stroller for about a year. I will tell you what I find to be great about it and not so great as a dad.
Pros
It has three wheels which makes it easy to steer, I can even steer it while walking the dog.
It has a nice canopy that can be moved depending on the angle of the son
The cupholders and little pouch are perfect for a drink and putting your phone or some pacifiers
It folds up quickly and into a pretty small footprint
it seems to be comfortable for a baby or toddler
The brake functions quite well
The carseat isn't too difficult to figure out and sits really snugly into the base
It reclines to a flat position, although we never used it too much, we just did a normal recline

Cons
You have to click it in three spots when clicking into the stroller and that is not always the easiest thing to do
It is not easy to fold while holding a baby
It doesn't really have a nice tray for the toddler to hold onto like most strollers, instead it has a bar that he can barely reach
It is a little low to push for a 6'5" male
The basket underneath is pretty useless, we can't fit our diaper bag, and really can only maybe fit a jacket or two
The seatbelt buckles on the carseat are not the easiest to change when the baby grows
The latch on the base does not loosen easily at all when trying to remove a base, I've had numerous people have issues with this in our family
There is no headrest like the newer carseats have so his head would go to the side quite a bit
The carseat gets fairly heavy as the baby grows

Overall we love the quality of graco products so I would recommend this stroller, however I hope you've read some of the cons just so you know what to look at if you go to browse this in store before buying online.

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ribbit2jen

Great travel system for light use

Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2016

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After using this system for 8 months I'm revising my review and taking it down from 4 to 3 stars.

Overall I'm still satisfied with this travel system for the price, no problems with the car seat at all. I only recommend this stroller though, for people who intend to use it lightly, such as shopping trips and short walks. We go on long walks around the city on sidewalks and paved roads...sometimes our walks are a couple of hours. However, in 8 months the tires are so worn down they need replacement already. Also, we are finding that the sun canopy is insufficient because the part that zips open to make it bigger is mesh so the sun shines right through it. The basket is also very difficult to use when the seatt is reclined....you have to lift the seat with one hand hoping not to wake the baby. So for the price it's a decent travel set but if you do a lot of walking the stroller really isn't enough. We are going to get a Nuna Mixx next. My original review is below.

This has been a great travel system overall and for a great price. The click connect system makes it easy to connect the carseat in the car and then right into the stroller. The canopy on the stroller meets up with the one on the car seat in a way that covers the whole thing which we love. The stroller is quite light and maneuverable for a stroller with the non jogging stroller standard stroller wheels. We often take it on walks to the store and can fit our purchases in th basket underneath. We also like that the end can fold up to make it sort of a bassinet. It is really easy to fold it up since you just pull up on a handle. Our only complaint so far is that if you put drinks in the cup holders they basically hit and rub against your knuckles the entire time since there isn't enough space between where the drinks go and the handle bar. Most of the time one of us has to carry drinks while the other pushes.

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