Review · Single-to-double stroller
Silver Cross Wave 3 Review: Is Everything-in-the-Box Worth $1,700?
Short answer: The Silver Cross Wave 3 is worth it if you expect two children close in age. Silver Cross US lists it at $1,699.99 with the bassinet, main seat and tandem seat all included, and each seat holds 55 lb. The catch is size: the chassis and main seat weigh 29.3 lb together, and it is long when folded.
Our verdict
8.8out of 10
Excellent
Best for
- Families planning a second child within a few years
- Twins, since the bassinet, seat and tandem seat come together
- Parents who want a bassinet approved for overnight sleep
Skip if
- You will only ever need a single stroller
- You have a small trunk or lift the stroller often
- You want a seat that works from birth without the bassinet
Pros
- Bassinet, main seat and tandem seat all included for $1,699.99
- Each seat is rated to 55 lb, above the common 50 lb
- Bassinet is approved for overnight sleep, per Silver Cross
- Five-position handlebar and four-way suspension
Cons
- Chassis 23.5 lb plus main seat 5.8 lb, about 29.3 lb in single mode
- Folds to 37.4 x 23.6 x 15.55 in, a long footprint for the trunk
- Seats start at 6 months; the basket size is not published
$1,699.99List price, October 2026
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The Silver Cross Wave 3 earns its price by putting everything in the box. For $1,699.99 you get a bassinet approved for overnight sleep, a main seat, a tandem seat, two bumper bars and a rain cover, which other single-to-double strollers sell as extras. Each seat holds 55 lb, more than most rivals. The trade-offs are weight, a long 37.4 in fold and a seat that starts at 6 months. US expert reviews are scarce, so it is judged here on specs.
Who is the Silver Cross Wave 3 for?
The Silver Cross Wave 3 is for families who expect two children in the stroller at once, whether that is a toddler and a newborn or twins. Silver Cross US lists it at $1,699.99, and that price includes the bassinet, the main seat, the tandem seat and the adaptors for both. Silver Cross counts 12 riding modes out of the box and up to 30 with extras such as a second bassinet, an infant car seat or the $169.99 ride-on board, for up to three children. If you only plan one child, this is more stroller than you need, and the Silver Cross Reef 2 is the single-seat option. If you want light and compact, also look elsewhere. This is a big, well-equipped stroller meant to cover several years and more than one child.
How does the Wave 3 ride and steer?
Silver Cross lists puncture-proof, multi-terrain tires and four-way suspension on the Wave 3, on a magnesium alloy chassis. The handlebar extends to five positions, which helps tall and short parents share it. At 23.5 in wide, it is narrower than the UPPAbaby Vista V3 at 25.7 in, and the tandem layout puts one seat above the other rather than side by side. With two children it gets heavier: the tandem seat adds 5.3 lb, plus the second child. Silver Cross does not mention jogging, and it is not built for running. US expert reviews of the Wave 3 are scarce, so there is little outside data yet on how it steers fully loaded. The tires are puncture-proof, so there are no flats to fix on the way to the park.
- Maneuverability8.9 / 10
- WheelsPuncture-proof multi-terrain tires with four-way suspension; magnesium alloy chassis
How big is the Wave 3 when folded?
Silver Cross lists the Wave 3 chassis at 23.5 lb and the main seat at 5.8 lb, so about 29.3 lb in single mode. The tandem seat is 5.3 lb and the bassinet 8.5 lb. Folded, the brand gives 37.4 x 23.6 x 15.55 in. That is long and flat, so measure your trunk, especially if you also carry the second seat. Silver Cross does not describe the fold steps or say whether the seat stays on, which is worth asking about in a store. It is not an airline carry-on stroller. Remember the tandem seat and bassinet also need room if you carry them on trips, at 5.3 lb and 8.5 lb.
Is the Wave 3 comfortable and safe?
Newborns ride in the included Silver Cross Wave 3 bassinet, which Silver Cross says is approved for overnight sleep, with a bamboo lining and an adjustable ventilated base. It is for use from birth until a baby starts to push up or roll over, at around 4 to 6 months. The main seat and tandem seat are rated from 6 months to 55 lb each. The main seat backrest has three positions, including lie-flat, plus an adjustable calf support, and it faces either way. The hoods are UPF50+ and the harness is Silver Cross's Genius system. Silver Cross's US page names no ASTM or JPMA certification.
How much storage does the Wave 3 have?
Silver Cross calls the Silver Cross Wave 3 basket generous and new, and says it is bigger than before. The brand does not publish a weight limit, and no US source we could open listed one. Check how much of the basket you can still reach once the tandem seat is fitted. A cup holder is included, and a snack tray costs $69.99. Silver Cross also sells a Wave diaper bag for $169.99 if you want one that matches the stroller.
How does the Wave 3 grow with your baby?
Scroll through the stages below; the 3D stroller changes as you go. Drag it to turn it.
1 · Bassinet
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01 · From birth
Bassinet
Yes, in the included bassinet (birth to 4–6 months, overnight sleeping approved) or an infant car seat with adapters
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02 · When baby outgrows the bassinet
Seat, reclined
From 6 months, per Silver Cross (seat has three positions including lie-flat). 3 positions including lie-flat; adjustable calf support
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03 · Sitting up, through the toddler years
Seat, upright
The seat is rated to 55 lb, so most children can ride until they no longer need a stroller.
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04 · When a sibling arrives
Two children
Single-to-double with the included tandem seat and adaptors; 12 modes out of the box, up to 30 with accessories, up to 3 passengers with a ride-on board
How does the Wave 3 go from single to double?
The Silver Cross Wave 3 comes with a tandem seat and tandem adaptors in the box, so you do not need to buy a second seat later. Silver Cross lists six main layouts: bassinet, one plus one, parent facing, world facing, car seat and twin. That adds up to 12 modes out of the box. With a second bassinet, an infant car seat ($59.99 adapters) or the $169.99 ride-on board, the count rises to 30 and up to three children can ride. Both seats are rated to 55 lb. Many rivals, such as the UPPAbaby Vista V3, sell the second seat separately, so the Wave 3's price looks steep at first but includes more. Silver Cross also backs the Wave 3 with a 3-year warranty.
Silver Cross Wave 3 vs UPPAbaby Vista V3 vs Bugaboo Donkey 6
| Spec | Silver Cross Wave 3 | UPPAbaby Vista V3 | Bugaboo Donkey 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 8.8 | 9.1 | 8.9 |
| List price | $1,699.99 | $999.99 | $1,699 |
| Weight | 29.3 lb | 27.6 lb | 33.7 lb |
| Folded (L×W×H) | 37.4×23.6×15.6 in | 16.3×25.7×33.8 in | 22×24.2×35.4 in |
| Max child weight | Each seat (main and tandem) is rated from 6 months to 55 lb, per Silver Cross; no height limit is published | 50 lb | 50 lb per seat; bassinet to 20 lb (Bugaboo) |
| Bassinet included | Yes | No | Yes |
| Seats two children | With add-on seat | With add-on seat | With add-on seat |
| Type | Single-to-double | Single-to-double | Single-to-double |
UPPAbaby Vista V3: Lighter at 27.6 lb with a 30 lb basket, at $999.99; the second seat costs extra. Bugaboo Donkey 6: Side-by-side instead of tandem, at $1,699 and 33.7 lb.
How we rated the Silver Cross Wave 3
Six criteria, weighted by how much they shape everyday life. Read our methodology.
Weighted total8.8— Excellent
Silver Cross Wave 3 full specifications
| Type | Single-to-double |
|---|---|
| Weight | 29.3 lb (chassis 23.5 lb + main seat 5.8 lb, per Silver Cross US (our sum; Silver Cross gives no combined figure); tandem seat adds 5.3 lb, bassinet 8.5 lb) |
| Folded size (L×W×H) | 37.4×23.6×15.6 in (Silver Cross US figure; the page does not say whether a seat is attached) |
| Open size (L×W×H) | 43.7×23.5×43 in |
| Max child weight | Each seat (main and tandem) is rated from 6 months to 55 lb, per Silver Cross; no height limit is published |
| From birth | Yes, in the included bassinet (birth to 4–6 months, overnight sleeping approved) or an infant car seat with adapters |
| Seat age | From 6 months, per Silver Cross (seat has three positions including lie-flat) |
| Recline | 3 positions including lie-flat; adjustable calf support |
| Fold | Silver Cross does not describe the fold on its US page |
| Wheels & suspension | Puncture-proof multi-terrain tires with four-way suspension; magnesium alloy chassis |
| Car seat compatibility | With adapters ($59.99): Clek Liing; Cybex Aton, Aton Q, Aton G, Cloud Q, Cloud G; Maxi-Cosi Mico 30, Mico Max, Coral XP, Mico Luxe+; Nuna Pipa series and Pipa Urbn |
| Converts | Single-to-double with the included tandem seat and adaptors; 12 modes out of the box, up to 30 with accessories, up to 3 passengers with a ride-on board |
| Travel | Not airline carry-on size |
| In the box | Chassis, Bassinet, Main seat with hood, Tandem seat and tandem adaptors, Two bumper bars, Rain cover and bug net, Shopping basket, Cup holder, Car seat adapters (sold separately, $59.99), Ride-on board (sold separately, $169.99) |
| Safety | Silver Cross's US page names no ASTM or JPMA certification; it lists UPF50+ hoods and an overnight-approved bassinet |
| List price | $1,699.99 (Silver Cross US list price, October 2026, with bassinet, main seat and tandem seat included) |
What to buy instead
Lighter at 27.6 lb with a 30 lb basket, at $999.99; the second seat costs extra.
UPPAbaby Vista V3
9.1 — Exceptional. 27.6 lb, folds to 16.3×25.7×33.8 in, $999.99.
Side-by-side instead of tandem, at $1,699 and 33.7 lb.
Bugaboo Donkey 6
8.9 — Excellent. 33.7 lb, folds to 22×24.2×35.4 in, $1,699.
A budget single-to-double at $549, with a 25 lb basket.
Mockingbird Single-to-Double 3.0
8.6 — Excellent. 28 lb, folds to 34×26×18 in, $549.
Silver Cross Wave 3 FAQ
Is the Silver Cross Wave 3 worth it?
For families expecting a second child soon, often yes. Silver Cross US lists it at $1,699.99 with a bassinet, main seat and tandem seat included. Both seats hold 55 lb. The main drawbacks are weight, about 29.3 lb in single mode, and a long 37.4 in fold.
Can a newborn use the Wave 3?
Yes, in the included bassinet, which Silver Cross says is approved for overnight sleep and suits a baby until about 4 to 6 months. The seats start at 6 months. You can also use a Clek, Cybex, Maxi-Cosi or Nuna infant car seat with $59.99 adapters.
How much does the Wave 3 weigh?
Silver Cross lists the chassis at 23.5 lb and the main seat at 5.8 lb, about 29.3 lb together. The tandem seat adds 5.3 lb and the bassinet 8.5 lb. Folded, the brand gives 37.4 x 23.6 x 15.55 in, so check your trunk before you buy.
Does the Wave 3 work for twins?
Silver Cross says it suits twins. The twin layout uses the main seat and tandem seat, both rated from 6 months to 55 lb. For newborn twins, you can add a second bassinet or an infant car seat, since one bassinet comes in the box and seats start at 6 months.