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UPPAbaby Minu V3 vs Joolz Aer2

Two compact strollers listed from birth with a one-hand fold. The Aer2 is lighter: Joolz publishes 6.5 kg for the buggy, against 7.6 kg for the Minu V3 frame and seat. Folded, the Aer2 is L 53 x W 44 x H 23.5 cm and the Minu V3 25 x 45 x 55 cm with the seat attached (order not labelled). The Minu V3 has the larger basket (9.1 kg against 8 kg) and carries a child to 22.7 kg, against 22 kg for the Aer2. Each takes a capsule with an adapter sold separately: the UPPAbaby Mesa on the Minu V3, the Joolz x Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360 Pro2 on the Aer2. UPPAbaby listed the Minu V3 at $749 on 21 October 2026; Joolz does not show a price on its Australian site.

Specification comparison by Pramkin editorial, from each brand's Australian product pages. Key figures re-checked 21 October 2026. Not a hands-on review and not a car-fit test.

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Key differences

Weight
The Aer2's published weight is 1.1 kg lower: 6.5 kg against 7.6 kg. Minu V3: frame + seat. Aer2: buggy with seat (8.5 kg with carrycot). Brands weigh different configurations, so check what each figure includes.
Folded size
The Aer2 has the shorter longest side when folded: 53 cm against 55 cm. These are the manufacturers' published folds, not a car-fit test, so measure your boot opening as well.
Price
No manufacturer RRP is published for the Aer2. Check current retailer prices.
Newborn
Both are listed as "from birth, setup included". Minu V3: From birth as sold: the seat reclines flat, with no insert or liner to add, according to UPPAbaby. Aer2: Listed from birth. Newborns use the seat in its most reclined position; a carrycot is sold separately or in the Aer2 with cot set.
Basket
The Minu V3 has the larger published basket: 9.1 kg against 8 kg.
Capsule
Minu V3: Minu V3 adapter, sold separately ($49.95). Aer2: Joolz Aer2 car seat adapters, sold separately.

Which might suit you

Based only on the published figures on this page. Try both in store if you can.

Consider the Minu V3 if you want

  • a bigger shopping basket

Consider the Aer2 if you want

  • a lower published weight
  • a shorter fold, for a smaller boot

Full specifications

Values as each brand publishes them. Where a value is not published, we say so rather than guess.

(rows with unknown values always stay visible)
UPPAbaby Minu V3 vs Joolz Aer2 specifications
Specification

UPPAbaby

Minu V3

Joolz

Aer2
Size and weight
Folded size25 x 45 x 55 cm

L x W x H. Folded with seat attached

53 x 44 x 23.5 cm

L x W x H. Folded

Weight7.6 kg

Frame + seat

6.5 kg

Buggy with seat (8.5 kg with carrycot)

Maximum child weight22.7 kg

Seat maximum; page states birth to 22.7 kg

22 kg

Seat from 0 months to 4 years or 22 kg, whichever comes first.

Newborn setup
Newborn useFrom birth, setup included

From birth as sold: the seat reclines flat, with no insert or liner to add, according to UPPAbaby.

From birth, setup included

Listed from birth. Newborns use the seat in its most reclined position; a carrycot is sold separately or in the Aer2 with cot set.

Everyday use
TypeCompact strollerCompact stroller
Seats1 seat1 seat
Reversible seatNoNot stated
One-hand foldYes

Published as 'folds one-handed'.

Yes
Stands when foldedYesYes
Basket9.1 kg8 kg
Suitable for runningNot stated

Not described as suitable for running.

Not stated

Joolz says it is not suitable for running or skating.

Compatibility
Capsule compatibleYes

Minu V3 adapter, sold separately ($49.95). UPPAbaby Mesa named. Other brands not verified.

Yes

Joolz Aer2 car seat adapters, sold separately. Joolz names the Joolz x Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360 Pro2.

Car-fit evidenceNo fit evidence yetNo fit evidence yet
Cost
Manufacturer RRP$749

Frame and seat

Not available

No price shown on Joolz's Australian site. Baby Bunting listed the Aer2 at $749 on 16 October 2026.

From manufacturers' Australian product pages, checked 25 October 2026. Figures are shown in the manufacturer's published order and configuration.

Will it fit your car?

We have not tested either pram in a car. Compare the published folds above with your boot opening and floor; the shape of the boot matters as much as the numbers.

How to measure your boot

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Sources

Prices, weights, folded sizes and capacities re-checked against each brand's Australian page on 21 October 2026. See how we check specifications. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.