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Joovy is a baby gear company that was founded in 2007 by juvenile industry veteran Rob Gardner. After stints at Baby Trend and Munchkin, Gardner launched Joovy, whose name is a play on the industry term for baby gear (juvenile or JV). | <blockquote>''StrollerWiki is reader-supported. Things you buy through our links may earn us an affiliate commission. StrollerWiki.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and its related sites. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.''</blockquote>Joovy is a baby gear company that was founded in 2007 by juvenile industry veteran Rob Gardner. After stints at Baby Trend and Munchkin, Gardner launched Joovy, whose name is a play on the industry term for baby gear (juvenile or JV). | ||
Joovy launched its first stroller in 2008, the Caboose double stroller, which | Joovy launched its first stroller in 2008, the Caboose double stroller, which had a unique "sit and stand" configuration for a second child. In addition to strollers, Joovy sells high chairs, baby bottles, playards and toys. | ||
Joovy is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with a warehouse in Irvine, California. All the company's strollers are made in China. | Joovy is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with a warehouse in Irvine, California. All the company's strollers are made in China. | ||
Although Joovy's stroller line is large (about 20 different models), the company is probably best known for its jogging stroller, the Zoom 360, and double strollers like the KooperX2. | Although Joovy's stroller line is large (about 20 different models), the company is probably best known for its jogging stroller, the Zoom 360, and double strollers like the KooperX2. Joovy is a mid-price brand that is sold widely online and in stores. | ||
== Flagship Model: Joovy Zoom360 == | |||
[[File:Joovy Zoom360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller.jpg|alt=Joovy Zoom360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller|thumb|[https://amzn.to/3JYyUWR Joovy Zoom360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller]]] | |||
The '''Joovy Zoom360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller''' (26.25 lbs., [https://amzn.to/3ruDW79 see price on Amazon]) is a jogging stroller with front lockable swivel wheel, no rear axle (so you can run without kicking the back), full canopy, car seat adaptor (seats click in) and parent organizer. Key features include: | |||
* Suspension to absorb bumps. | |||
* Included air pump to refill the air-filled tires. | |||
* One-hand fold. | |||
* One-touch parking brake. | |||
The Zoom360 is priced between the low end offerings of Baby Trend and the more pricey all-terrain strollers from BOB. | |||
Joovy sells a double version of the Zoom360, called the '''ZoomX2''' (30lbs., [https://amzn.to/3PVIspf see price on Amazon]). | |||
Confusingly, Joovy also sells an upgraded version of this stroller as the '''Joovy Zoom Lightweight Jogging Stroller''' (27.3lbs., [https://amzn.to/3DeqsPE see price on Amazon]) with much the same features but fancier soft goods. | |||
== Other Joovy single strollers: Qool. Single, Qool Premium, Kooper Lightweight, Kooper RS == | |||
[[File:Joovy Qool Stroller.jpg|alt=Joovy Qool Stroller|thumb|[https://amzn.to/3XU6eUD Joovy Qool Stroller]]] | |||
The '''Joovy Qool''' (30.8 lbs., [https://amzn.to/3pQz4bZ see price on Amazon]) is a single-to-double modular stroller that is among the brand's most expensive offerings. It features a seat that can face forward or back and includes luxury touches like a height adjustable leather handlebar, as well as an extra-large canopy with UPF 50 sun protection. Accessories include a bassinet and second seat, as well as car seat adapters (available at an additional charge). | |||
A slightly less expensive version of the Qool, dubbed the '''[https://joovy.com/qool/ Qool Premium]''' (30.6 lbs.) omits a couple features from the original Qool (the handlebar is faux leather and there is no parent console/cup holder). Otherwise, it has the same single-to-double functionality as the Qool, with multiple configurations. | |||
On the entry-price side, Joovy's '''Kooper''' (16 lbs., [https://amzn.to/3NPHFUq see price on Amazon]) and '''Kooper RS''' (19 lbs., [https://amzn.to/44nLHKJ see price on Amazon]) are lightweight strollers with a tray that folds with the stroller. An universal car seat adapter is available as an accessory for an additional charge. The Kooper RS is an upgraded version of the Kooper with an added leather handlebar and upgraded soft goods and canopy. | |||
== Joovy Double Strollers: Caboose, ScooterX2, KooperX2, ZoomX2, CocoonX2 == | |||
[[File:Joovy Caboose Too Sit and Stand Double Stroller.jpg|alt=Joovy Caboose Too Sit and Stand Double Stroller|thumb|[https://amzn.to/43jIhr2 Joovy Caboose Too Sit and Stand Double Stroller]]] | |||
The Joovy Caboose is the brand's most popular double stroller—and it was the Caboose that helped launch the company back in the 2000's. This tandem stroller's unique "Sit and Stand" configuration has a stroller seat up front and a platform for an older child to sit (or stand) in back). | |||
Joovy sells several different version of the Caboose, with varied features at different price points. An example at the entry-level is the '''Joovy Caboose Too Sit and Stand''' (27.5 lbs., [https://amzn.to/3Oeqyg8 see price on Amazon]), which includes an universal car seat adapter and has a total 90 lb. weight capacity. This version of the Caboose includes a rear seat, while other variations of the Caboose omit that feature. | |||
Most of Joovy's other double strollers are side-by-side versions of Joovy's single strollers (such as the KooperX2, ZoomX2, etc). However, the brand does have one unique double offering: the '''Scooter X2''' (32 lbs., [https://amzn.to/44oiQG6 see price on Amazon]), a side-by-side double with one large canopy over both seats. | |||
Also unique: the '''CocoonX2''' (36.8 lbs., [https://amzn.to/43nP82O see price on Amazon]) is a bike trailer/stroller hybrid. | |||
== Joovy Triple Stroller: Joovy Big Caboose == | |||
[[File:Joovy Big Caboose Triple Stroller.jpg|alt=Joovy Big Caboose Triple Stroller|thumb|[https://amzn.to/3JYxhs6 Joovy Big Caboose Triple Stroller]]] | |||
Joovy is one of the few stroller makers that offers a triple stroller—yes, a stroller that can hold three children. The '''Joovy Big Caboose''' (40 lbs. [https://amzn.to/3DaZEiX see price on Amazon]) has two stroller seats and a platform in back for an older sibling to stand or sit. | |||
== Stroller frame: Joovy Twin Roo == | |||
The '''Joovy Twin Roo''' (30.3 lbs. [https://amzn.to/44okOq0 see price on Amazon]) is a stroller frame that hold two infant car seats in a variety of configurations. (The car seats are not included). Different versions of the Twin Roo come bundled with car seat adapters for various brands like Graco. | |||
== Is Joovy non-toxic? == | |||
According to Joovy's web site, "our safety standards extend to the materials used. We NEVER use phthalates, lead, BPA or flame retardants in our products." | |||
== Safety Recalls == | |||
In 2021, Joovy recalled 9,200 Zoom 360 strollers for a fall hazard. "The stroller’s front wheel bearing can fail or detach, posing a fall and injury hazard," said the CPSC. "There have been 25 incidents of restricted front wheel movement reported, including 12 incidents where the wheel fork bearing wore through the housing and detached, with one fall resulting in bruises when the user fell onto the stroller."<ref>https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Joovy-Recalls-Zoom-360-Ultralight-Jogging-Strollers-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Recall-Alert</ref><blockquote>''StrollerWiki is reader-supported. Things you buy through our links may earn us an affiliate commission. StrollerWiki.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and its related sites. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.''</blockquote> | |||
Latest revision as of 17:23, 9 August 2023
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Joovy is a baby gear company that was founded in 2007 by juvenile industry veteran Rob Gardner. After stints at Baby Trend and Munchkin, Gardner launched Joovy, whose name is a play on the industry term for baby gear (juvenile or JV).
Joovy launched its first stroller in 2008, the Caboose double stroller, which had a unique "sit and stand" configuration for a second child. In addition to strollers, Joovy sells high chairs, baby bottles, playards and toys.
Joovy is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with a warehouse in Irvine, California. All the company's strollers are made in China.
Although Joovy's stroller line is large (about 20 different models), the company is probably best known for its jogging stroller, the Zoom 360, and double strollers like the KooperX2. Joovy is a mid-price brand that is sold widely online and in stores.
Flagship Model: Joovy Zoom360
The Joovy Zoom360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller (26.25 lbs., see price on Amazon) is a jogging stroller with front lockable swivel wheel, no rear axle (so you can run without kicking the back), full canopy, car seat adaptor (seats click in) and parent organizer. Key features include:
- Suspension to absorb bumps.
- Included air pump to refill the air-filled tires.
- One-hand fold.
- One-touch parking brake.
The Zoom360 is priced between the low end offerings of Baby Trend and the more pricey all-terrain strollers from BOB.
Joovy sells a double version of the Zoom360, called the ZoomX2 (30lbs., see price on Amazon).
Confusingly, Joovy also sells an upgraded version of this stroller as the Joovy Zoom Lightweight Jogging Stroller (27.3lbs., see price on Amazon) with much the same features but fancier soft goods.
Other Joovy single strollers: Qool. Single, Qool Premium, Kooper Lightweight, Kooper RS
The Joovy Qool (30.8 lbs., see price on Amazon) is a single-to-double modular stroller that is among the brand's most expensive offerings. It features a seat that can face forward or back and includes luxury touches like a height adjustable leather handlebar, as well as an extra-large canopy with UPF 50 sun protection. Accessories include a bassinet and second seat, as well as car seat adapters (available at an additional charge).
A slightly less expensive version of the Qool, dubbed the Qool Premium (30.6 lbs.) omits a couple features from the original Qool (the handlebar is faux leather and there is no parent console/cup holder). Otherwise, it has the same single-to-double functionality as the Qool, with multiple configurations.
On the entry-price side, Joovy's Kooper (16 lbs., see price on Amazon) and Kooper RS (19 lbs., see price on Amazon) are lightweight strollers with a tray that folds with the stroller. An universal car seat adapter is available as an accessory for an additional charge. The Kooper RS is an upgraded version of the Kooper with an added leather handlebar and upgraded soft goods and canopy.
Joovy Double Strollers: Caboose, ScooterX2, KooperX2, ZoomX2, CocoonX2
The Joovy Caboose is the brand's most popular double stroller—and it was the Caboose that helped launch the company back in the 2000's. This tandem stroller's unique "Sit and Stand" configuration has a stroller seat up front and a platform for an older child to sit (or stand) in back).
Joovy sells several different version of the Caboose, with varied features at different price points. An example at the entry-level is the Joovy Caboose Too Sit and Stand (27.5 lbs., see price on Amazon), which includes an universal car seat adapter and has a total 90 lb. weight capacity. This version of the Caboose includes a rear seat, while other variations of the Caboose omit that feature.
Most of Joovy's other double strollers are side-by-side versions of Joovy's single strollers (such as the KooperX2, ZoomX2, etc). However, the brand does have one unique double offering: the Scooter X2 (32 lbs., see price on Amazon), a side-by-side double with one large canopy over both seats.
Also unique: the CocoonX2 (36.8 lbs., see price on Amazon) is a bike trailer/stroller hybrid.
Joovy Triple Stroller: Joovy Big Caboose
Joovy is one of the few stroller makers that offers a triple stroller—yes, a stroller that can hold three children. The Joovy Big Caboose (40 lbs. see price on Amazon) has two stroller seats and a platform in back for an older sibling to stand or sit.
Stroller frame: Joovy Twin Roo
The Joovy Twin Roo (30.3 lbs. see price on Amazon) is a stroller frame that hold two infant car seats in a variety of configurations. (The car seats are not included). Different versions of the Twin Roo come bundled with car seat adapters for various brands like Graco.
Is Joovy non-toxic?
According to Joovy's web site, "our safety standards extend to the materials used. We NEVER use phthalates, lead, BPA or flame retardants in our products."
Safety Recalls
In 2021, Joovy recalled 9,200 Zoom 360 strollers for a fall hazard. "The stroller’s front wheel bearing can fail or detach, posing a fall and injury hazard," said the CPSC. "There have been 25 incidents of restricted front wheel movement reported, including 12 incidents where the wheel fork bearing wore through the housing and detached, with one fall resulting in bruises when the user fell onto the stroller."[1]
StrollerWiki is reader-supported. Things you buy through our links may earn us an affiliate commission. StrollerWiki.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and its related sites. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.