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Evenflo Transformer Stroller to Wagon Travel System Featuring LiteMax NXT Infant Car Seat with SensorySoothe

4.7 ★★★★★ 14 verified reviews

14 Voice Reviews

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

This stroller-to-wagon system is fantastic and works perfectly for our growing family. We have a new set of twins and a toddler, so the transformer is amazing: I can use it as a stroller when it's just the toddler, then switch to wagon mode to transport both twins. I can't imagine a more seamless way to have three different configurations always available. My favorite function is the wagon. The ride is incredibly smooth, I can store things underneath, and I can transport two kids at once. I normally keep jackets, extra blankets, a big blanket for our destination, and any extra snacks or drinks I might need. It's also gorgeous and aesthetically pleasing. The only thing I wish is that it folded down a little smaller. Knowing it accommodates a full wagon mode, though, I'm content with the trade-off. I've had it for a few months now and use it at least four to five times a week. I’m so appreciative of Stellar Reviews for the stroller/Wagon transformer!

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

This stroller-to-wagon travel system has been an absolute game changer for our family. Being able to trek around with my baby in the infant car seat and then include my three older children in the wagon is incredibly convenient. The SensorySoothe feature is a wonderful addition I didn't have with my other kids. The white noise and lullaby features genuinely help calm the baby, and since all our kids sleep with white noise, having it built into the car seat means one less item I have to bring along. The calming lights are a nice touch too. We've had it for a few months now and use it multiple times a week. I'm always on the go with four kids, running to activities and errands, and having this system has been so advantageous to my lifestyle, especially during the summer. It's pretty simple to fold and unfold. It can be a little heavy when I'm by myself. I have a lifted Yukon XL, so getting it in and out of the back requires hoisting it up higher than usual, which is tough solo. When my husband is with me it's much easier since he's strong enough to handle it. If you have a taller vehicle, that's something to keep in mind.

★★★★☆ · Verified Buyer

This stroller-to-wagon combo is great for getting multiple little ones into one system, but my infant is already outgrowing the car seat after just a few months, which limits its long-term usefulness. We're a family of five with three kids two and under, so having the wagon portion for my bigger kids while clicking the infant car seat into the stroller has been a lifesaver for store trips and events. The stroller-to-wagon conversion is smooth once you know where all the pieces go. It's easy to pack up and pull out of the car. That said, converting between modes takes a good five to ten minutes each time because my husband and I have to re-figure where all the buttons and pieces are. We've already had to remove the newborn cushions and extra padding from the car seat, and I expect we'll need to move our baby to the next stage seat by the end of the year. One frustrating design choice: the car seat handle requires two buttons pressed simultaneously, one on each side, which means you need both hands to adjust it. As a mom of three very young kids, I always have my hands full. A single-button release at the top of the handle would be so much better. I've had another car seat with that design and it worked wonderfully. We do own another two-child stroller from a different brand that I really like because it grows with my child more. We've actually been using this Evenflo system less and less, maybe once every few weeks to a month now compared to how often we used it at first. It's a helpful system for the infant stage, but I'd recommend considering how quickly your baby might outgrow the car seat before committing.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

This travel system is incredibly versatile and holds up well, though converting between stroller and wagon modes takes some practice. We've been using it for several months as a family of four with a three-year-old and a six-month-old, and it's handled everything from the park to amusement parks, the zoo, and local festivals. It folds down compactly enough to fit in a small SUV, taking up less room than similar travel systems we've used in the past, and it's easy to load in and out of the car. Maneuverability is a strong point. It rolls over sidewalks and roads easily compared to other systems we've tried. Durability has been solid too, surviving a full northeast winter and into the summer with no issues. When our six-month-old was a newborn, snapping the LiteMax infant car seat right onto the top of the wagon while our toddler sat at the bottom was seamless and allowed us to continue to be on the go despite having a newborn. The biggest challenge is the conversion process. There are a lot of moving parts, and it can feel overwhelming at first figuring out what goes where. After a few tries it becomes more intuitive, but more detailed instructional videos from Evenflo would go a long way. The SensorySoothe feature is interesting. The sound didn't really soothe our infant, but both kids loved the light shows, which did help occupy and calm them.

★★★★☆ · Verified Buyer

Had this about 5 months now and we love it. We're out most weekends doing beach trips and picnics, and the stroller-to-wagon switch is the main reason we got it. The conversion is honestly easier than I expected once you get the hang of it, and my son loves sitting up in wagon mode to look around. The car seat clicks in and out without a fight, and the SensorySoothe stuff actually works, the motion and sound calm him down way faster than our old seat. Not magic, but it does the job. Only real heads up: it's heavy. Not something you'd want to carry far, but for loading into the car and rolling around at the park or beach it's been great. No regrets, would buy again.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

This travel system is our go-to for outings like the zoo, and the wagon is our toddler's favorite feature. The suspension is incredibly solid, making for a smooth ride no matter where we go. Even though the wagon and stroller base are relatively heavy, it doesn't feel that way when you're pushing or pulling it, and shifting directions is effortless. We love the versatility of seating two kids. You can pair a toddler with a car seat or seat the toddler alongside a younger child who can sit up. The fabric is really easy to clean, which is a huge plus. The biggest drawback is the canopy. Even fully extended, it doesn't provide enough coverage, especially with two kids in the wagon. It always feels like if you're fully covering one child from the sun, the other is exposed. We make it work, but better canopy coverage would be a real improvement. Storage is also something to consider. It's a big travel system, so we have to separate the pieces and find different spots around the house to store it. That said, it's definitely worth it for us. We've been using it at least once or twice a week for several months now, and it's been a really fun ride for the whole family.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

Probably one of the best strollers we've had, and we have five kids so we've been through a few. I use it daily with our two-and-a-half-year-old and infant, and after three to four months of heavy use there's been absolutely no breakdown in any material. The versatility is what really makes it shine. When our daughter was around six months old, we started with the LiteMax infant car seat clicked on top and the wagon on the bottom so both kids could ride together. Now that she's older, we've transitioned to both kids in the wagon, and they love it. They look at each other, share snacks, and play. The car seat itself is amazing. It clicks easily onto the stroller and into the car, and installing the base takes about three minutes max. The SensorySoothe feature is great too. She loves the white noise and lights, and she always seems comfortable. It's very sturdy both in the car and on the stroller, and it gives a smooth ride. Folding it up to get in the car is easy. I take my kids to different sports activities every day of the week, and while they're at practice we're out walking for at least an hour to an hour and a half. It stays in my car and goes everywhere with us. My only gripe is curbs. The way the weight is distributed makes it really hard to pop the front wheels up to get over one. It's awkward and you almost need two people. I only encounter it once every few weeks, and you can push hard enough to do it yourself or just find a ramp. Other than that, I've had zero problems with it.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

The Evenflo Transformer has been amazing, especially the wagon feature. There's enough room for both of our kids plus a bag of their stuff, and it doubles as a great spot for snacks or lunch on the go. It pushes easily and feels comparable to other high-quality strollers, not cumbersome or heavy. Once we got more comfortable with assembly, putting it in and out of the car became much faster. The one real drawback is transitioning between modes. Going from stroller to wagon and back while we're out with the kids is not quick or easy. It also changes how you store bags and things, since the basket becomes the footwell in wagon mode. If that transition were more seamless, we'd switch between modes much more often. We've had it a few months now and it's become one of our go-to stroller options, especially as the weather has warmed up. We use it for family walks, errands, and it even came in handy when our dog broke her foot. She's little, so she hopped right in the wagon with the kids and loved it. My daughter loves sitting in it too. Really nice product overall.

★★★★☆ · Verified Buyer

This stroller is a pretty good setup overall. It's spacious, has multiple modes, and can carry a solid amount of load along with bags. The SensorySoothe NXT Infant Car Seat that comes with it is nice and durable, and I'd say the whole system compares decently with other setups I've owned. It's definitely not the lightest option out there, and probably not the sturdiest either, but it holds its own. My main gripe is the walking clearance. When you're pushing the stroller, your leg hits the bottom, and I'm only about six feet tall. The handle position isn't always high enough and the walking space behind the stroller isn't long enough. That could have been designed better. I also think it could be priced a bit lower for what you get. A one-click fold and more compact packaging would make it work as a travel stroller too, but that's not a dealbreaker. I've had it for about four months now and use it two to three times a week. Apart from the clearance issue, it's a pretty solid stroller.

★★★★☆ · Verified Buyer

I want to love this product so badly, but after using three different travel system brands, this one comes in last. The car seat has a limited usable lifespan because the newborn insert is essentially built into the seat. When you remove it, you're basically taking out the whole car seat. My chunky 7-month-old can't use it anymore because her head is too big and squishes the sides, which is devastating. The back adjustment mechanism is also completely different from any other travel system I've used. Instead of the normal strap adjustment, there's an elevator-style piece you have to pinch and slide up. It was tricky to figure out, and there's nothing in the manual explaining how to do it. I read that manual cover to cover trying to find instructions. If you have a screaming child and need to adjust the seat quickly, it becomes overwhelming fast. There is genuinely so much to love here. The color, the fabric, and the easy stroller-to-wagon conversion are all great. The SensorySoothe calming features are one of my favorite things. My daughter is a light and sound girl, especially in the car because she hates riding, and those features really help. I also love the clip at the front that alerts you if she's too hot, if there's a problem, or if she unbuckles. The wagon feature is incredible for families with multiple kids since you can drop it down and attach the infant car seat. If the newborn insert were more detachable without compromising the rest of the seat, this would probably be my main system. It's a great option for very young newborns or families cycling through multiple babies quickly, but for longer-term use with one child, it just doesn't adapt well beyond the first couple of months. I started using it when my daughter was 5 months old and she's already outgrown it at 7 months.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

We get compliments every single time we take this out in wagon mode. The wheels, the handlebar, everything about it is fantastic. We've had it for a while now and use the wagon at least four times a week for walks. The infant car seat gets used daily too, though my daughter is in the 95th percentile so we probably won't be able to use it much longer. Sometimes she goes in my carrier depending on her mood, but this system gets used constantly. One downside is how wide the base is. It's great for giving kids more space, but getting through standard doorways (mine are 34 inches across) is tough. It catches on the door frame every time, and it's chipped a little paint off the interior of my door frame. Not a huge deal, but a little frustrating. That said, the extra width means more room for the child, so it really depends on how you look at it. I'm just so happy with this purchase.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

This stroller-to-wagon system is amazing, and the wagon conversion is by far the feature we use most. Since our 10-month-old has been able to sit upright, we use the wagon pretty much all the time. It's perfect for walks, trips to the zoo, museums, or anywhere we need to haul extra stuff even without a second kid in tow. We've had it about six months and use it every single day, multiple times a day. The conversion piece is perfect for people looking to get one item instead of buying multiple strollers. Having one brand means everything fits together nicely and stays compact. The car seat piece is great, and the shade on top is wonderful. It's easy to move and not heavy, even with two kids in it. We visit our cousin who is three months older, and they both fit perfectly. We get so many compliments in our neighborhood whenever we take it out. We've only used one other system. That one is less bulky but doesn't have the wagon conversion, which makes all the difference for us. This system is a little bulky compared to others, but for everything it offers, it doesn't bother me. It fits in my midsize SUV. Folding it down is easy: you just pull down on the handles. It takes up my entire trunk space, but I have the whole back seat available, so it works fine. It's light enough that I can lift it on my own. If you have two kids or want a versatile system that grows with your family, this is a great investment. We love it.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

I love this travel system and use it every day going from work to daycare to running errands. It moves seamlessly from car into stroller or wagon mode and has a ton of space. Once you get the hang of it, it's very easy to use. The whole system is a little bulky, but that's understandable given it has the capacity to transport two children and a lot of stuff.

★★★★★ · Verified Buyer

The stroller-to-wagon conversion is what makes this travel system worth it. My 10-month-old has never been a big stroller fan, but she absolutely loves the wagon. She almost always chooses wagon mode over stroller mode because she can see the world around her with the little sunshade overhead. The conversion itself is so easy, and I cannot wait for her to share the wagon with her new sibling on the way. We've had this system for close to a year now, and we use the wagon far more than stroller mode. What I love is that you can change the handle direction so it works as either a pull or push wagon. We mostly use it as a push wagon, and it maneuvers so much better than the regular wagon we had before. The wagon is also huge, giving me tons of extra storage when I'm pushing her around town to the farmer's market, the library, or just running errands. The SensorySoothe features in the car seat were amazing. My daughter has never been the easiest kid to get to sleep in the car, and the first time we turned on the rain sounds, she fell right asleep. We've since outgrown that car seat, but it was so impressive while we used it. It’s going to make life with our newborn on the way so much easier. The one trade-off is size. It is bigger than our other travel system, and at about 25 pounds it's not heavy so much as it's a big, unwieldy object to get in and out of the car. I'm pretty strong so I manage fine, but I'm curious how that'll go the more pregnant I get. That said, it fits easily in my trunk alongside a dog crate, and the wagon is absolutely worth the trade-off in size.