gb Pockit+ All City Review

Goodbaby International Holdings Limited started over 25 years ago. Still fairly new in the United States, they make many products for recognizable brands. GB is only one of their baby product brands.

Performance Comparison

Transporting and Storing

The Pockit is the one you want if your goal is the easiest transporting and storing. This stroller earned one of the highest scores in the group thanks to a lower weight and compact fold.

We weigh each stroller for a side-by-side comparison of actual weight instead of manufacturer claims. The Pockit weighed 13.1 lbs in our tests. This makes it below the average for the group, but not the slightest option we tested, which was closer to 10 lbs. However, it is significantly lighter than those over 17 lbs.

In our tests, the stroller offers one of the group's smallest folds, measuring 13"W x 10.3"H x 21.3"L. This makes it 2,215 in^3, which is something that will fit almost anywhere and can be easily carried.

If the smallest and easiest to travel with option is your goal, it will be hard to beat this stroller for traveling adventures.

Ease of Use

The Pockit+ is one of the easier options in the review to use, with only a few scoring higher.

For a stroller this small and in this category, we thought most of the daily use features were easy enough, and we suspect if you don't know any other stroller, you won't be disappointed.

Fold and Unfold

The fold and unfold is a 2 hand job; while not as straightforward as competitors, it requires two hands for the origami folding required to make it the smallest in the group. This is a case of pick your battle. "This is specifically designed to be a two-handed folding setup. You press the two buttons on each handle to collapse the stroller and then press the collapsed stroller from each side to fold in each wheel until the physical latch can be closed.

The process is smooth and easy, and the stroller didn't require any shaking or force to collapse into its stored position. It packs incredibly small and easily fits into any trunk or overhead compartment. After removing the physical latch, the stroller easily pops open when you pull on the two main handles.

Storage

The storage bin on the Pockit is small, and we only fit our medium-sized bag inside it. About a third of the basket is semi-blocked with the parts of the stroller frame. The back portion holds the bag, but there is no access from the front. However, the rear access is good.

Harness

The Pockit has a lovely harness and buckle system. The harness webbing and padding are skin-friendly and easy to adjust, with plenty of range for children of different sizes. The buckle is simple with two prongs, and it only takes about 10-15 lbs of pressure to press to release.

Brakes

The single-action brakes on the Pockit are a single pedal on the left/center of the rear axle. It is a rocker-style pedal that requires 5-10 lbs of pressure to set and release. It is a sandal and foot-friendly pedal because you don't lift it up from the bottom.

Ease of Setup

The Pockit comes assembled, but the white latch is harder to unlatch when first using it. However, it is ready to go once it is unlocked and opened.

Car Seat Compatiblity

The Pockit works with some infant car seats from Cybex. This is cool and offers a longer potential lifespan and double-duty responsibilities for this small stroller, working as a car seat stroller and travel option.

Maneuverability

The Pockit did not perform as well as we'd like for maneuverability. It scored well below average but was not the lowest-scoring option in the group.

While the smaller wheels are definitely part of the difficulty pushing and turning this stroller, the flexible frame really puts the nail in the coffin.

Because of its compact and fun folding design, the Pockit has a lot of hinge points, and the frame flexes at every point. The two-handle steering also seems to contribute as it requires the same pressure to be applied to both sides simultaneously to avoid even more flex.

The Pockit manages flat surfaces well enough to avoid frustration. It is less responsive than competitors and sometimes feels like the wheels are floating on the surfaces instead of rolling. Things quickly become more frustrating when traversing thresholds and curbs, and it is a poor performer on grass. Because the frame flexes so much, it can be a challenge even to tilt it somewhat to get over bumps in the road.

Quality

The Pockit earned a score just below the average in the group.

The Pockit has a very soft fabric on all the parts, including the seat, canopy, and harness padding. The frame is two-tone and has excessive hinge points that let it fold super small. It has minimal snag points but looks less polished and sleek than competitors, with fewer hinge points.

The frame itself is super flexible and doesn't feel sturdy at all. The wheels are 5.1 inches on the back, foam-filled plastic, and a 71 HA hardness on the Share A scale.

Kid's Comfort

The Pockit prides itself on being small and lightweight, and with this brag-worthy claim comes some sacrifices, largely in the kid comfort metric.

The Pockit+ earned a below-average score in our tests for kid's comfort, but to be fair, it is not the lowest-scoring option, nor is it hugely disappointing.

Seat

The sling-style seat has soft fabric, but it is somewhat shallow and doesn't recline as much as some competitors, making it less nap-worthy. Reclining the seatback is harder than most, and it took more force to make the adjustment than other strollers.

It is one hand to lower and two to raise. The leg rest is short and has only two possible positions. The footrest is a nylon strap that looks like it lacks durability. A short leg rest that only has two positions…up or down. Two hands to close. The footrest is a nylon strap and lacks structural support.

Sunshade

While the sunshade here is better than previous Pockits, it still isn't much to brag about and only covers sunlight directly above. The material is soft, but it feels flimsy, and there is no peek-a-boo window, though, in fairness, it's too small to really need one.

Should You Buy the gb Pockit+ All City?

If your needs and goals are the smallest possible stroller for travel, then the GB Pockit+ All City is tough to beat and should be a go-to. It folds in thirds and then almost in half to make one of the smallest and easiest to carry and stow options we've seen. We like the better canopy than prior Pockits we've tested, and it rolled relatively well on flat surfaces. If your budget allows and the primary niche to fill is size, we think it is a good choice. However, if you want easy-to-use and push or comfort for kids, there are better options in the lineup that can save you money.

What Other Travel Strollers Should You Consider?

We think the Zoe Traveler is a good all-around option that is small enough and offers more features and functionality than the Pockit. The Zoe has a larger canopy, a roomier seat, a sturdier frame, and a better storage bin. It performed better in most metrics and was much easier to push on uneven terrain. So, if your budget is too small for the Pockit, or you simply want more and can give up the smallest option, the Zoe would be our choice. The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Single might also be a consideration. It is about the same price as the Zoe, folds somewhere in between the Pockit and Zoe for size, and has a comfy seat with a padded legrest.

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