Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller Reviews

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Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller
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Average Ratings for Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller

  • Value for Money3.8 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings4.1 stars
  • Overall Rating4.2 stars

 

17 Reviews For Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller

  • glenc Rank: Lieutenant-Colonel 18th Dec 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    We've had a Britax Vigour 3 for 18 months now but wanted to get a lighter stroller now that our daughter is a bit older (and heavier!)

    We looked at quite a few and opted for the Techno XT. I was concerned that it would feel a bit flimsy compared to the Britax. However, the first few times I used it I was very impressed.

    It feels pretty sold, the ride is actually remarkably smooth and my daughter actually finds it much more comfortable than the Britax.

    She wouldn't sleep in the Britax unless she was utterly shattered, however with the almost flat reclining of the Techno XT she gets to sleep in it much, much better.

    We were thinking this would just be a second buggy for us - but its looking like its become our main buggy of choice as we never use the Britax now.

    Id definitely recommend this, although its not particularly cheap.

  • Guest 4th Dec 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Before buying I urge anyone to try and adjust the waist straps with a child in the chair. Its physically impossible!!
    Are we expected to adjust them without the child and guess the size by trial and error?
    The straps are ridiculously complicated for such a simple application. Other manufacturers manage it infinitely better.

    When folding I found that the side clip which is supposed to hold it together was pushed out of the way buy the seat fabric. This has to be moved out of the way before the ...

  • Guest 30th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I bought this Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller for my second son when he was six months old.I needed something light as i rely on public transport.I have nothing but praise for this pram which is alot for me as i have done nothing but buy prams since my eldest child was born 2 years ago,trying to find something we both liked and be practical seemed to be a mission.This is my 19th pram to date and i really wont be letting go of this pram until my son no longer needs one.I love the fact you ca ...

  • philz01 24th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    I bought my Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller when my daughter was about 5 months old and wish I had bought it from birth. I had a Graco travel system that was too bulky and heavy so sold that and bought the Maclaren. My daughter is now 2 and it is as good as new. I drive and mainly use my pushchair for nipping in and out of shops, its really light and easy to store in the smallest boot. What sets it apart from other strollers is the fold down hood that covers baby in the cold or sun, I n ...

  • Guest 12th Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller - We have a MUTSY Urban Rider as our main buggy which we had from the birth of our baby and we love it but it's quite heavy for those short trips and holidays. We had a M&P Aria which broke within 8 months so wanted to get something decent. Spent £165 on this but not sure it is worth the money. Good for a main buggy but if you want something light and easy to use on quick trips, may not be suitable.

  • melissawales 23rd Jun 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I shopped around for ages for the perfect buggy for my little one. I wanted a quinny or something really good looking but when trying them out they were very ordinary. Then I was shown the Techno XT posibly one of the ugliest pushchairs she brought out in that the colours were grey and boring. However it does everything you need for a very reasonable price. My best friend bought a quinny and wants to borrow mine for holidays! The hood comes in handier than you'd think and the handles raise for t ...

  • Guest 16th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I love this stroller. It is very sturdy for an umbrella stroller & the wheels are a bit bigger so it can handle a little bit of off roading. The hood is a god send. It unzips so it can block the sun getting into your little one's eyes. My daughter loves her sleep but would never sleep in a buggy so I always had to be at home for her nap but now I can put down the hood & she will go to sleep no problem. The buggy is nice & easy to take apart to wash too.The only fault I can think of with thi ...

  • quadgers 5th Feb 2008

    Reviewer rating: 2.5 stars


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    The Maclaren Techno XT Umbrella Stroller is OK, but it is a bit pricey for an uncomfortable rickety buggy.

  • cherrybird1978 Rank: Lance Corporal 28th Jun 2007

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    We switched to the Maclaren Techno XT - Storm Umbrella Stroller after having problems with a Graco Mosaic Travel System. Straight away it was easy to use, and you can take just about everything off to wash it, which is great when you have a sicky baby. Our baby seems to find it comfy, it is lightweight, very easy to steer and can easily be laid back for a sleeping child. Another bonus is that the rain cover easily clips on to four little nodules. However, if your baby's legs are longer than the ...

  • louisedalgleish1 15th Apr 2007

    Reviewer rating: 3 stars


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    A brill buggy but if you are looking for something out of the ordinary or funky this is not the buggy for you. I'm still looking for a better buggy. This seems to offer everything you need even with it's flaws.

  • AnnaMay Rank: Lance Corporal 12th Nov 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Really good value buggy that can be used from birth. Folds down easily and compactly. Definitely the best out of all the buggies I tested before buying. Strips down easily and fabric withstands being chucked in the machine regularly. Definitely recommended.

  • Kazzer 2nd Aug 2006

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    As a childminder I have used Maclaren prams for the past 25yrs. I would recommend them to anyone. Maclaren are not the cheapest pram you get good value for money. As a childminder I have also got the twin side by side and that is a bonus because it does not matter what age children are in it, it pushes great. I Would advise anyone who does a lot of walking to get one. Even second hand they are in good condition.

  • nikkik105 27th Jul 2005

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    We brought our Maclaren Techno XT when I decided our big bulky pram was too heavy to push (with lots of shopping) and very heavy to lift into the boot of my car when our Daughter was about 3 months old. I must say this is one of the best buys we have brought. The adjustable handle height was great for my 6" 4 husband and I liked the lay flat position so my daughter felt she was flat like she would be in her cot which was a god send when we were on holiday as she would sleep anywhere even thoug ...

  • paulalittlewood 10th Jul 2005

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Maclaren Techno XT - I brought a Maclaren because I knew they were reliable. I had a daytripper with my 1st son. This one I thought was great as it could be used from birth and would save me having to have a hefty pram. I also have a people carrier and needed something to fit in the limited boot space when all seats are up. I think it's a cool buggy and has everything you would want in one. The only problem I have noticed is although the seat is padded, the frame that runs along the spine of the ...

  • vs1722 Rank: Lance Corporal 21st Mar 2005

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The Maclaren Techno XT wasn't the first pushcair that I plumped for. Being sucked in to the 'buy the best, biggest and most expensive' for our first baby I purchased a mamas and papas travel system three wheeler and to be honest 6 months in I can no longer stand the heaviness, it's hard to push, the wheels keep going flat, it's so heavy I find it difficult getting it in and out of the house and car.

    After a lot of research I purchased the Maclaren Techno XT 2005 model, which looks great, can ...

  • springbok 5th Feb 2005

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    We have owned this Maclaren Techno XT stroller for less than 6 months, and the front wheel assembly cracked and broke off while strolling along. Fortunately the stroller did not tip over. The wheels also have worn badly and have little holes in them. Given the premium price paid for this stroller, I do not think this stroller is a good buy. PS, Customer support is non existent.

  • oneofeach Rank: Sergeant 14th Jul 2004

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Maclaren Techno XT Pushchairs - I have 2 children, my daughter is now 3 and my son has just turned one and I have been through so many buggies, prams, pushchairs and car seats I've lost count (you'd think I'd have learnt what not to buy!). When my son was born we bought a Graco Sterling travel system with car seat and autobase and I just couldn't get on with it, we live in a second floor flat and it was a real nightmare (so heavy). So, taking our lifestyle into consideration we decided we needed ...

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Main characteristics: Stroller Type: Umbrella Number of Seats: Single Seat Max Weight Capacity: 40 lb. Harness Points: 5-Point Recline Reclining Back (4 Positions) Oth more details...