Bugaboo Butterfly vs Butterfly 2 Plus

Bugaboo Butterfly vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus: specs side by side

Bugaboo Butterfly and Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus compared (manufacturer specs, October 2026)
Spec	Bugaboo Butterfly	Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
Our rating	8.8 — Excellent	8.7 — Excellent
List price	$550	$579
Type	Travel	Travel
Weight	16.1 lb with seat, fully assembled, per Bugaboo's US page (7.3 kg)	16 lb fully assembled, per Bugaboo's US page; Strolleria lists 16.7 lb
Folded (L×W×H)	9.1×17.7×21.3 in	9.6×17.6×21.8 in
Open (L×W×H)	36.4×17.7×40.3 in	37.2×17.6×40.5 in
Max child weight	50 lb	50 lb
Basket	17.6 lb	17.6 lb
From birth	No; Bugaboo rates the seat from 6 months, so younger babies ride in an infant car seat on adapters	Yes, fully flat recline with a newborn foot cover; Bugaboo recommends a car seat for newborn comfort
Recline	One-hand recline from 111 to 145 degrees, per Bugaboo	Fully upright to fully flat, padded headrest extension
Fold	One-second, one-hand fold that self-stands and auto-locks, with a carry strap	One-second, one-hand fold
Wheels	4.7 in front and 6 in rear foam-filled wheels, per Bugaboo and BabyGearLab	Front 5.5 in, rear 6 in, with suspension
Car seats	Bugaboo Turtle Air by Nuna with adapters (sold separately); BabyGearLab lists Nuna, Clek, Cybex and Maxi-Cosi seats too	Bugaboo Turtle Air by Nuna and other infant car seats, adapters sold separately
Two children	Single stroller only	Single stroller only; no second-seat option
Travel	Bugaboo calls the fold IATA-compatible; check with your airline	Folded size meets IATA carry-on dimensions; Bugaboo advises checking with your airline

Which is lighter, smaller and cheaper?

Weight: The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus is the lighter, at 16 lb, against 16.1 lb for the Bugaboo Butterfly.
Folded size: The Bugaboo Butterfly is the smaller when folded, at 9.1×17.7×21.3 in (2 cu ft), against 9.6×17.6×21.8 in (2.1 cu ft) for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus.
Price: The Bugaboo Butterfly is the less expensive, at $550, against $579 for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus.
Seat limit: Both come out the same, at 50 lb.
Basket: The Bugaboo Butterfly is the stroller with the bigger basket, at 17.6 lb, against 17.6 lb for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus.

How do their scores compare?

The Bugaboo Butterfly is the higher rated, at 8.8/10, against 8.7/10 for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus. We rate every stroller on the same six weighted criteria. How we rate.

Scores out of 10 on each criterion
Spec	Bugaboo Butterfly	Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus
Maneuverability 20%	8.3	8.3
Fold & portability 20%	9.5	9.7
Comfort & safety 20%	8.4	8.6
Storage & practicality 15%	8.7	8.1
Build & durability 15%	9.3	8.5
Value 10%	8.7	8.8
Overall	8.8	8.7

Choose the Bugaboo Butterfly if…

The Bugaboo Butterfly is worth it used or on sale if your child is over 6 months. It was replaced by the Butterfly 2 and now the Butterfly 2 Plus. Bugaboo lists it at 16.09 lb, with a 17.64 lb basket and an IATA-compatible fold. It does not recline flat from birth. Check parts and recalls first.

Families who fly often with a child over 6 months
City parents who use buses, trains and taxis
A second stroller to keep in the car

Skip it if: You need a stroller for a newborn without a car seat; you walk on grass, gravel or high curbs a lot; a used one costs close to a new Butterfly 2 Plus.

Read our full Bugaboo Butterfly review

Choose the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus if…

The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus is worth it if you travel often and want a light, compact stroller. Bugaboo lists it at $579 and 16 lb, with a one-second fold, a fully flat recline and a carry-on-size package. Small wheels and a 17.6 lb basket suit sidewalks and airports better than long walks.

Frequent flyers who want a stroller they can take into the cabin
City families with small apartments and little storage
Parents who want a light second stroller or a main stroller for one older baby

Skip it if: You want one stroller for rough paths, grass and gravel; you need a big basket for a full diaper bag; you want a bassinet or a second-seat option.

Read our full Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus review

Bugaboo Butterfly vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus FAQ

Which is lighter, the Bugaboo Butterfly or Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus?

The Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus is the lighter, at 16 lb, against 16.1 lb for the Bugaboo Butterfly. Weights are each maker's published figure for the frame with its main seat. A lighter stroller is easier to lift into a car or carry up stairs, which matters most if you do it every day.

Which costs less, the Bugaboo Butterfly or Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus?

The Bugaboo Butterfly is the less expensive, at $550, against $579 for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus. These are US list prices from each maker in October 2026. Retail prices change often, so check before you buy, and add the cost of any accessories you need, such as a bassinet or car seat adapters.

Which folds smaller, the Bugaboo Butterfly or Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus?

The Bugaboo Butterfly is the smaller when folded, at 9.1×17.7×21.3 in (2 cu ft), against 9.6×17.6×21.8 in (2.1 cu ft) for the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus. Folded sizes are each maker's figures, length by width by height. Measure your trunk or closet and compare, trying the stroller flat and on its side.

Which has the higher seat limit, the Bugaboo Butterfly or Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus?

Both come out the same, at 50 lb. The seat limit decides how long your child can ride. Most children stop using a stroller well before they reach 50 lb, so any of these can last through the toddler years.

Bugaboo Butterfly vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus