As any taller parent undoubtedly knows, the vast majority of strollers are a pain to use for folks who aren’t average in height. If you’re taller than average, pushing the typical stroller kills your back and neck with every step. That’s especially true of the super-compact models, particularly umbrella strollers. Don’t worry, though! We’ve put this guide together to show you the best umbrella strollers for tall parents.

Below, you’ll find our recommendations for a few great umbrella strollers which also happen to be taller than average, especially in the handles. We haven’t chosen these models solely for their height–they’re simply great umbrella strollers that happen to have another advantage for taller parents.

Read on to see which make the grade, and to find out which you should buy for you and your child!

Best Umbrella Strollers For Tall Parents: Our 2019 Reviews

You can find more details about each product below.

Joovy New Groove Ultralight Umbrella Stroller

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Joovy’s New Groove is a perfect umbrella stroller for taller parents shopping on a tight budget. It’s affordable, practical, and relatively well-equipped for something so inexpensive. As far as height is concerned, it’s just as good as the more expensive UPPAbaby thanks to its 42” handle height. We suggest it to anyone who wants a taller umbrella model under $150.

Pros:

It’s very affordable. The Joovy usually costs a solid $50 less than the UPPAbaby, depending on sales and price changes. It’s the cheapest decent umbrella stroller we’ve found with high enough handles for folks 6’+.

It’s a lot sturdier than other affordable umbrella strollers. The Joovy has a rugged aluminum frame, and the fabric material is nice and resilient. It’s got a high weight limit, too, at 55 pounds.

It’s well-equipped for what you pay. Most umbrella strollers in this price range are very bare-bones, but the Joovy has a surprising amount of features and amenities. There’s a UPF-50 sunshade, 4-wheel suspension, dual cup holders for parents, and lots of storage pockets for your essentials.

Cons:

The Joovy is built much more lightly than the UPPAbaby, and that defintitely comes across in its overall handling. It simply feels cheap, even if it’s not dangerous by any stretch.

UPPAbaby’s folding mechanism is a lot niftier. The Joovy’s can be frustrating, even for parents who aren’t mechanically-challenged. That’s par for the course at this price.

UPPAbaby G-LITE Stroller

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UPPAbaby’s G-LITE is one of our all-time favorite strollers. It also happens to be the best umbrella stroller on the market for taller parents! The G-LITE has been updated for 2019, and the most recent version is the best yet.

We love the mesh sling seat material they’ve added for better breathability, and the canopy is supersized for maximum sun protection. All in all, we don’t think there’s a better umbrella stroller out there with 42” handles!

Pros:

Like the Joovy, it’s very comfortable for taller parents to use. The handles are 42” off the ground, so even folks over 6 feet shouldn’t find themselves having to hunch or lean down to push the UPPAbaby around.

It’s sturdier than the Joovy. Everything about the UPPAbaby feels stronger, from the frame to the cupholders and the wheelset. It’s simply higher-quality all over.

We think it handles much better, too. The wheels don’t have any wobble, and the suspension is very impressive for such a lightweight model!

It’s a full 3 pounds lighter. That’s a massive savings, considering the Joovy is already a lightweight model. What’s most impressive about the UPPAbaby is that they’ve managed to shave so much weight without compromising on quality or sturdiness.

It has lots of amenities and adjustments onboard. In addition to some storage pockets, you also get a larger basket under the seat, which is a rarity on umbrella models! There’s a zipper recline adjustment, super resilient (and stain-resistant) fabric, and cupholders that come off for cleaning.

Cons:

It would make sense for our top pick for taller parents to have taller handles than our budget recommendation. Sadly, that’s not one of the UPPAbaby’s many advantages. It has the same 42” handle height as the Joovy.

It’s quite pricey, especially for an umbrella stroller. The G-LITE usually costs around $200, depending on the color options and accessories you choose.

In order to make this latest model even lighter than the previous generation, UPPAbaby have made one significant design change: the G-LITE doesn’t stand up on its own when it’s folded up.

We think the difference in weight is worth the trade-off, especially because it makes the whole thing that much more comfortable to carry with the shoulder strap. Still, if having a stroller that stands on its own in the folded position is important to you, the Joovy may be a better choice.

Conclusion

Which of these models should you buy?

The decision is refreshingly simple. It’s all a matter of deciding how much you can afford to spend. If you can afford the UPPAbaby, we think you should go for it. It’s a better stroller in every regard. It has better ergonomics, better build quality, and more amenities. If you’re on a tighter budget, the Joovy is a good compromise. Its handles are the same height, so it’s no worse in that regard. It’s not as rugged overall, though, and the folding mechanism isn’t as convenient. The Joovy is also the better choice for parents who know they absolutely want something that stands up on its own when folded. The UPPAbaby won’t do that. If you’re looking for the best umbrella stroller for tall parents overall, we’d have to say that our top pick is the Joovy New Groove Ultralight Umbrella Stroller thanks to its affordable price tag paired with its great convenience.

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