Head-to-head · Best Jogging Strollers

BOB Gear Alterrain Pro Jogging Stroller vs BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.5 vs 4.0). BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller is best for: runners who want one durable stroller for roads, trails and everyday errands. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Jogging Strollers

BOB Gear Alterrain Pro Jogging Stroller

4.0

1 source$663.99as of Oct 11

The BOB Gear Alterrain Pro is a high-end jogging stroller built for off-road use, with SmoothShox suspension, pneumatic tires, and adjustable tracking. BabyGearLab praised the performance and build quality while noting it's heavy, awkward indoors, and overkill for casual runners on a budget. The one-handed fold and the adjustable handlebar are the features reviewers keep coming back to, though the price and weight will put some parents off. Dedicated runners who value durability and terrain capability over portability are the buyers.

Strengths

— One-handed fold for quick and easy storage
— SmoothShox suspension system for smooth ride on any terrain
— Adjustable handlebar with five positions (31-48 inches) for taller pushers

Watch-outs

— Heavy and long, making it less ideal for indoor use
— Stiff handbrake that may be difficult to operate

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Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Jogging Strollers

BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller

4.5

2 sources$520as of Oct 17

The BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 is a single-seat, three-wheel jogging stroller with air-filled tyres, a lockable swivel front wheel, adjustable rear suspension and a 75 lb capacity. BabyGearLab scored it 77/100 and named it its best jogger for long-term use, praising its run-ability, manoeuvrability and build quality, while Mommyhood101 ranked it first in its jogging-stroller guide. Mom Goes Camping, whose owner has used one for six years, found it handled muddy trails, snow and rocky paths well. It suits runners who want one durable stroller for roads, trails and errands; those who run steep hills, need a one-handed fold or have a small car should look elsewhere.

Strengths

— Adjustable suspension, tracking and handlebar made BabyGearLab's long runs less tiring
— Air-filled tyres and suspension glide over roots and rocks, per Mom Goes Camping
— 75 lb capacity gives it a long usable life; BabyGearLab's pick for long-term use

Watch-outs

— No hand brake, a drawback on steep hills and at higher speeds
— Two-handed, three-step fold, and it does not stand on its own when folded
— Bulky and awkward to lift into a car; Mommyhood101 says a large car or SUV is needed

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How they stack up

BOB Gear Alterrain Pro Jogging Stroller

The BOB Gear Alterrain Pro Jogging Stroller carries up to 75 lbs, against 65 lb for the BOB Gear Wayfinder Jogging Stroller and 50 lb for the Baby Trend Journey Jogging Stroller. Its handlebar adjusts from 31 to 48 inches, a wider range than the Wayfinder's 34.5 to 45.5 in, and both fold with one hand. It is heavy and long, which makes it awkward indoors, and it costs more than the Wayfinder.

BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller

Unlike the Thule Urban Glide 3 and the BOB Gear Alterrain Pro, the Revolution Flex 3.0 has no hand brake, but Mom Goes Camping lists it at 28.5 lb against 32.3 lb for the Alterrain Pro. Compared with the Guava Roam Stroller, BabyGearLab notes the BOB's 75 lb capacity outlasts the Guava's 60 lb limit, though the Guava folds one-handed.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	BOB Gear Alterrain Pro Jogging Stroller	BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller
Weight Capacity	75 lbs	—
Wheel Type	Air-filled	—
Wheel Size	(1) 12" Front, (2) 16" Rear	—
Suspension	SmoothShox	—
Fold Type	One-hand, one-step quick fold	—
Handlebar Height	5 positions (31-48 inches)	34.5 to 48 in
Storage	XL Zip-Top Cargo Basket 5 Pockets	—
Brake Type	Ergonomic handbrake	—
Weight	—	27.3 lb (BabyGearLab measured)
Folded Dimensions	—	37.8 x 25.5 x 15.3 in
Capacity	—	75 lb / 44 in child height
Wheels	—	16 in rear, 12.5 in front, air-filled
Brakes	—	Foot parking brake only
Fold	—	Two-handed, not self-standing
Warranty	—	5 years frame, 1 year components and fabric

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