Review · Double stroller
Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight Review: A 23.5 lb Sit-and-Stand for Two?
Short answer: The Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight is worth it as a light, low-cost tandem for a baby and an older sibling. Joovy lists it at $299.99 and 23.5 lb, but it showed as out of stock in November 2026, and Joovy's newer Caboose UL adds bigger wheels. BabyGearLab found the related Caboose Ultralight hard to push and short on storage.
Our verdict
7.5out of 10
Good
Best for
- A baby plus a preschooler who mostly walks
- Theme-park and travel days where a light double helps
- Parents buying secondhand or renting on a tight budget
Skip if
- You want bigger wheels and an auto-lock fold; look at the Caboose UL
- You walk on grass and gravel often
- You need a big, easy-to-reach basket
Pros
- About 23.5 lb, light for a double that holds 90 lb of children
- Only 21.25 in wide, so it fits standard doorways
- Rear seat, bench seat, standing platform and car seat adapter all included
- Folds flat to 10 in tall, per Joovy
Cons
- Out of stock at Joovy in November 2026; the newer Caboose UL costs $70 more
- Folds 45.25 in long and takes two hands
- BabyGearLab found the related Caboose Ultralight's basket hard to reach and its plastic wheels hard to push
$299.99List price, October 2026
See it at JoovyPrices change often. Check the retailer before you buy.
The Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight is a budget tandem that does one thing well: it carries a baby in front and an older child behind, seated or standing, for little money and weight. Joovy lists 23.5 lb, 90 lb of total capacity and a car seat adapter in the box, at $299.99. The trade-offs show in the reviews. BabyGearLab, reviewing the closely related Caboose Ultralight Graphite, found it hard to steer and short on basket access. Joovy's newer Caboose UL, at $369.99, adds bigger wheels, more storage and an auto-lock fold.
Who is the Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight for?
The Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight is for families with a baby or young toddler and an older sibling who sometimes needs a ride. It is a tandem, so the younger child sits in front and the older one rides behind, in a second seat, on a bench seat or standing on a platform. Joovy lists it at 23.5 lb, rated for 90 lb in total, with a front seat from 3 months. It is a budget choice at $299.99, though Joovy showed it out of stock in November 2026. Joovy's newer Caboose UL costs $369.99 and adds bigger wheels and an auto-lock fold. The Too Ultralight is also common as a rental and secondhand. If you expect two children who both need a full seat for years, a side-by-side double will be more comfortable.
How does the Caboose Too Ultralight ride and steer?
The Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight rolls on EVA tires, 7 in at the front and 8 in at the rear, with sealed ball bearings and all-wheel suspension, according to Target's listing. At 21.25 in wide it slips through doorways that block side-by-side doubles. Reviews of the related Caboose Ultralight Graphite are cautious, though. BabyGearLab scored its maneuverability 3.6 out of 10, saying the plastic wheels make pushing harder than it should be and that it struggles on grass and gravel. It also found the shocks stiff. For smooth sidewalks, malls and theme parks the narrow frame is a real help. For rough paths, look at a stroller with larger rubber or air tires.
- Maneuverability7.2 / 10
- WheelsEVA tires, 7 in front and 8 in rear, sealed ball bearings, all-wheel suspension (Target)
How big is the Caboose Too Ultralight when folded?
Joovy lists the Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight at 23.5 lb, though Target's spec table gives 25.5 lb. It folds flat rather than tall: 45.25 x 21.25 x 10 in, per Joovy. That shape slides into a long trunk or under a bed, but it may not fit a short hatchback. Target describes a two-hand trigger fold. BabyGearLab, reviewing the related Caboose Ultralight Graphite, said folding takes two hands and three steps with a manual lock, and that it does not stand. Unfolding was easier, with one hand.
Is the Caboose Too Ultralight comfortable and safe?
The Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight front seat reclines to three positions; Joovy's answer on Target puts the range at 114° to 143°, so it does not lie flat. It is rated from 3 months to 45 lb, with an adjustable footrest and an expandable canopy with visor. The rear seat suits children from 6 months to about 2.5 years and 45 lb, with a multi-position recline. Older children can use the bench seat or the standing platform instead. BabyGearLab found the related model's padding thin and the seats not built for napping. Target's listing says it is JPMA Certified and meets ASTM standards, with a 2-year limited warranty.
How much storage does the Caboose Too Ultralight have?
Storage is the weak spot. Target's listing mentions a large storage basket but gives no weight limit, and some Target buyers describe it as small and flimsy, saying it can tear when a child in the rear seat pushes on it. BabyGearLab, reviewing the related Caboose Ultralight Graphite, found the space roomy but the opening very narrow, so a diaper bag did not fit, and said the rear seat nearly blocks access. A parent organizer and a child tray are included.
How does a sit-and-stand stroller work?
A sit-and-stand stroller like the Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight puts the younger child in a full seat at the front and gives the older child a choice at the back. On this model you get three rear options in the box, per Joovy: a rear seat for a child from 6 months to about 2.5 years, a bench seat, and a standing platform. Each seat is rated to 45 lb, 90 lb in total. The idea is that a preschooler can walk, then hop on when tired, without you pushing a heavy side-by-side double. The front seat also takes an infant car seat on the included universal adapter. BabyGearLab notes that only one car seat fits, so it does not suit twins. It is narrow and light, but the rear rider has less comfort than in a true double seat.
Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight vs UPPAbaby Minu Duo vs Zoe Twin V3
| Spec | Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight | UPPAbaby Minu Duo | Zoe Twin V3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 7.5 | 8.9 | 8.3 |
| List price | $299.99 | $749.99 | $599 |
| Weight | 23.5 lb | 27.4 lb | 25 lb |
| Folded (L×W×H) | 45.3×21.3×10 in | 12.9×27.8×23.7 in | 27×30×11 in |
| Max child weight | 45 lb in each seat and on the rear bench and standing platform, 90 lb in total (Joovy); Target lists the rear seat for children from 6 months to about 2.5 years | 50 lb per seat, up to 40 in tall | 60 lb |
| Bassinet included | No | No | No |
| Seats two children | Yes, side by side | Yes, side by side | Yes, side by side |
| Type | Double | Double | Double |
UPPAbaby Minu Duo: A 27.4 lb side-by-side double with two seats rated from birth and a 25 lb basket, at $749.99. Zoe Twin V3: A 25 lb side-by-side double with two full seats and infant cocoons, at $599.
How we rated the Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight
Six criteria, weighted by how much they shape everyday life. Read our methodology.
Weighted total7.5— Good
Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight full specifications
| Type | Double |
|---|---|
| Weight | 23.5 lb (product weight per Joovy, whose description also says just over 23 lb; Target's spec table lists 25.5 lb) |
| Folded size (L×W×H) | 45.3×21.3×10 in (Joovy lists 45.25 L x 21.25 W x 10 H in; folds flat and long rather than tall) |
| Open size (L×W×H) | 38×21.3×42 in |
| Max child weight | 45 lb in each seat and on the rear bench and standing platform, 90 lb in total (Joovy); Target lists the rear seat for children from 6 months to about 2.5 years |
| From birth | Only in an infant car seat on the included universal adapter; Joovy lists the seat from 3 months, or from birth with the adapter |
| Seat age | Front seat from 3 months (Joovy); rear seat from 6 months (Target) |
| Recline | Front seat 3 positions (Target Q&A: 114° to 143°); rear seat multi-position |
| Fold | Two-hand trigger fold (Target) |
| Wheels & suspension | EVA tires, 7 in front and 8 in rear, sealed ball bearings, all-wheel suspension (Target) |
| Car seat compatibility | Universal car seat adapter included; Joovy's Target answers say fit varies by model and point to its compatibility chart |
| Converts | Tandem double: swap the rear seat for the included bench seat or standing platform for an older child |
| Travel | Not airline carry-on size |
| In the box | Frame with front seat and expandable canopy, Rear seat, Rear bench seat and standing platform, Universal car seat adapter, Parent organizer, Child tray, Storage basket |
| Safety | Target's listing says JPMA Certified and meets ASTM standards |
| List price | $299.99 (Joovy's US price (joovy.com), November 2026, when it showed as out of stock; Target last listed it at $249.99. Joovy's newer Caboose UL lists at $369.99) |
What to buy instead
A 27.4 lb side-by-side double with two seats rated from birth and a 25 lb basket, at $749.99.
UPPAbaby Minu Duo
8.9 — Excellent. 27.4 lb, folds to 12.9×27.8×23.7 in, $749.99.
A 25 lb side-by-side double with two full seats and infant cocoons, at $599.
Zoe Twin V3
8.3 — Very good. 25 lb, folds to 27×30×11 in, $599.
Joovy's single-to-double, with 55 lb seats and a 25 lb basket, at $549.99.
Joovy Qool
8.5 — Excellent. 30.8 lb, folds to 36.2×24.4×11.2 in, $549.99.
Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight FAQ
Is the Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight still sold?
Joovy still lists it at $299.99, but it showed as out of stock in November 2026, and Target and Buy Buy Baby no longer list it as available. Joovy's newer Caboose UL, at $369.99, has bigger wheels, an upgraded sunshade, more storage and an auto-lock fold. The Too Ultralight is also easy to find secondhand.
How much weight can the Caboose Too Ultralight hold?
Joovy lists 45 lb in each seat and on the rear bench and standing platform, 90 lb in total. The front seat is rated from 3 months, and Target lists the rear seat from 6 months to about 2.5 years. An older child can sit on the bench seat or stand on the platform.
Does an infant car seat fit the Caboose Too Ultralight?
Yes. A universal car seat adapter is included, and it fits the front position. Joovy's answers on Target say fit depends on the car seat model and point to its compatibility chart. BabyGearLab notes only one infant car seat fits, so it is not a twin stroller.
How heavy is the Caboose Too Ultralight?
Joovy lists 23.5 lb, and its description says just over 23 lb; Target's spec table gives 25.5 lb. Either way it is light for a double. It folds flat to 45.25 x 21.25 x 10 in, so check that your trunk is long enough.