Updated October 18, 2026 · NurseryCue Editorial Team
Bombi vs Ickle Bubba
Ickle Bubba
Bombi
Higher score in this comparison
Where Bombi and Ickle Bubba differ
| Compare | BombiReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Ickle BubbaReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | Bēbee V3 Lightweight Stroller, Bēbee Twin V2 Lightweight Double Stroller, Waggle folding stroller wagon | Aries Auto-Fold Stroller, Pisces Ultra-Compact Stroller, Venus Jogger Pro, Venus Prime Double Stroller |
| Price from | $225 | £99 |
| Price up to | $500 | £1,099 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 7.94 | 4.9Lower |
| Folded size | 60.3 x 50.2 x 25.4 | 45 x 25 x 56 cm |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | 24.9Higher | 22 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 to 4 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US | GB, GG, IM, JE |
| Single to double | No | Not confirmed |
| Compatible car seats | Joie, Evenflo, Britax, Chicco, Clek, Graco, UPPAbaby, Maxi Cosi, Nuna | Not confirmed |
| Recalls | Not confirmed | Solar Group 1 2 3 Isofix Car Seat 01/02/2024 23/02/2024 |
Same on both: One-hand fold (Yes), Cabin-size fold (Yes), Suitable from birth (Lie flat seat).
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Key differences
- Bombi scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Lightest model (kg) is lower at Ickle Bubba: 4.9 vs 7.94.
- Maximum child weight (kg) is higher at Bombi: 24.9 vs 22.
- Warranty is higher at Ickle Bubba: 2 to 4 years vs 2 years.
- Support channels: only Ickle Bubba offers Chat, Community.
- Ickle Bubba is available in 3 more countries.
- Stroller types: only Ickle Bubba offers Full size, Jogging, Pram.
- Markets: only Bombi offers US.
- Markets: only Ickle Bubba offers GB, GG, IM.
Our verdict on each
Bombi
Bombi suits US parents who want a lightweight frame for city days, air travel and a second child, with prices starting at $225. The trade-off is the range, because the top of the line reaches $500 and the seat does not convert from single to double.
Ickle Bubba
Ickle Bubba suits parents who want the pushchair, the car seat and the sleep furniture from a single British brand, and who put a light frame above a premium badge. The lightest stroller weighs 4.9 kg and places 2 of 42 brands on weight.
Score breakdown
| Area | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherEntry at $225 ranks 18 of 43, and the range ceiling sits higher in the ranking. | 9.0Entry price sits at £99 against a top of £1,099, and ranks 10 of 43 brands on entry. |
| Offer | 8.8Types span compact, travel and double, with 2 years cover and a child limit of 24.9 kg. | 9.2HigherA one hand fold, a cabin size fold, a warranty of 2 to 4 years, and capacity to 22 kg. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.2Founded 2013 in GB and run by Ickle Bubba Limited, with 14 days to return a purchase, and support on email, chat and help centre. |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Lightest model (kg) | 7.94 | 4.9 |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | 24.9 | 22 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 to 4 years |
How they place
| Ranking | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Strollers and pushchairs | 28 of 65 | 3 of 65 |
| Travel systems | 14 of 36 | 3 of 36 |
| Compact travel strollers | 13 of 28 | 2 of 28 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Stroller types | Compact, Travel, Double, Travel system | Full size, Compact, Travel, Jogging, Double, Pram, Travel systemCovers more |
| Standards | Not confirmed | R129, R44 |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Ickle Bubba Limited |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2013 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Car seats
| Fact | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Seat types | Not confirmed | Infant, Convertible, All in one, Booster |
| Child height range | Not confirmed | 40-150cm |
| Rear-facing limit | Not confirmed | 105cm |
| ISOFIX or LATCH | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rotating seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load leg or rebound bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 6 |
Cribs and bassinets
| Fact | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Not confirmed | Crib, Cot, Bassinet, Bedside crib, Mattress |
| Maximum age | Not confirmed | 48 months |
| Mattress included | Not confirmed | No |
| Mattress size | Not confirmed | 140 x 70cm |
| Converts to | Not confirmed | Toddler bed |
| Smart features | Not confirmed | No |
| Rental option | Not confirmed | No |
Baby carriers
| Fact | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Carrier types | Not confirmed | Soft structured |
| Weight range | Not confirmed | up to 15 kg |
| Newborn without insert | Not confirmed | No |
| Carrying positions | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Waist fit | Not confirmed | 57-173 cm |
| Money-back period | Not confirmed | 14 days |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Bombi | Ickle Bubba | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightest model (kg) | 7.94above the median | 4.9lowest quarter | 7.3 |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | 24.9above the median | 22below the median | 22.7 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 2 to 4 yearshighest quarter | 2 years |
Median across 43 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Bombi
Pros
- A single handed fold and a cabin size pack together, which most strollers in this price bracket offer in only part.
- The Bēbee Twin Lightweight Double Stroller at $500 gives the range a real double, and the top of the range ranks 15 of 41.
- Adapter straps cover Joie, Evenflo and Britax, so a carrier from a major maker goes on the frame and the chassis stays in use.
Cons
- The frame does not convert from single to double, so a family adding a child buys again rather than extending the seat.
- Support runs on email and help centre only, so a question that needs a voice has to go in writing.
- On weight the range ranks 29 of 42 at 7.94 kg, so a shopper chasing the lowest carry weight has lighter options in the set.
Ickle Bubba
Pros
- The lightest stroller in the comparison weighs 4.9 kg and places 2 of 42 brands, with a one hand fold and a cabin size fold on the same collection.
- A warranty of 2 to 4 years across the stroller range, plus 14 days to return a purchase after delivery.
- Stroller types listed are full size, compact and travel, and the jogging and pram options do not appear in the Kids2Shop range of full size, compact and travel.
Cons
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, so there is no phone line for a problem that cannot wait for an email.
- Mattress included is a no for the Coleby Classic bed, so the 140 x 70cm mattress is a separate cost on top of a frame that converts to a toddler bed.
- A product safety notice covers the Solar Group Isofix car seat, listed as Solar Group 1 2 3 Isofix Car Seat 01/02/2024 23/02/2024, so owners of that seat should read it before fitting.
Who each suits
Bombi
Who it suits
- US families who want a foldable frame for city days, air travel and a second child, with the Bēbee Lightweight Stroller and the Bēbee Twin Lightweight Double Stroller covering both ends of the range.
- Anyone who lifts a stroller into a car boot or onto a train often, since the fold is single handed and the pack is cabin size with folded dimensions of 60.3 x 50.2 x 25.4.
- Shoppers who want a lie-flat seat from birth, since lie flat seat covers the newborn stage on the same frame.
Who should look elsewhere
- Parents who want a single chassis to grow into a double, since the frame does not convert from single to double and Evenflo Company covers a wider spread with full size, compact and travel.
- Buyers after a full-size everyday chassis, since Kids2Shop lists full size, compact and travel where Bombi lists compact, travel and double.
- Shoppers who want a wagon style pushchair, where Harppa Baby's listed types are double and Bombi's are compact, travel and double.
Ickle Bubba
Who it suits
- Parents assembling a full set in one place, since crib, cot and bassinet and infant, convertible and all in one sit in the same catalogue.
- Travellers who want a one hand fold, a cabin size fold and a 4.9 kg frame, where the Kids2Shop range of full size, compact and travel stops at full size, compact, travel and travel system options.
- Shoppers in the United Kingdom, GG and IM who want 14 days to return a purchase without visiting a store.
Who should look elsewhere
- Parents set on a wrap, ring sling or hip seat carrier, because the only carrier type listed is soft structured and a carrier specialist is a better stop for that choice.
- Families who want a double specialist, since Harppa Baby's double is built around double models, while Ickle Bubba spreads across full size, compact and travel.
- Parents hoping for connected sleep monitoring, since smart features are a no on the bed and a monitor brand is the better route.
Country by country
| Country | Bombi | Ickle Bubba |
|---|---|---|
| Guernsey | No | Yes |
| Isle of Man | No | Yes |
| Jersey | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Bombi
What does a Bombi stroller cost?+
Prices start at $225 for the Bēbee Lightweight Stroller and reach $500 for the Bēbee Twin Lightweight Double Stroller. The figures give you the entry price and the ceiling of the range, and the gap between them is what an extra seat costs in practice. Check the top of the range against the entry price before choosing.
Does the stroller fold single handed and fit in an airline cabin?+
Yes on each count: the stroller folds single handed, and the folded pack is cabin size with folded dimensions of 60.3 x 50.2 x 25.4. That pairing is what separates Bombi from bulkier frames in the same price bracket, where a single handed fold or a cabin size pack is often missing. Airline allowances vary by carrier, so check your carrier's rules before flying.
Ickle Bubba
How much do Ickle Bubba strollers cost?+
Stroller prices run from £99 to £1,099 across the collection. Both are product prices paid at purchase rather than a plan that renews, so the entry figure is the whole outlay for a smaller frame. Since both numbers are charged at checkout, they compare more directly with rival brands than a monthly fee would.
How small do the strollers fold, and do any suit cabin luggage rules?+
A one hand fold and a cabin size fold are both confirmed on the stroller collection, and the folded size for the compact model is 45 x 25 x 56 cm. The lightest frame weighs 4.9 kg, well under the 7.34 kg median for the category, so the small end of the range suits airports, stations and small flats.
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