Choosing the best universal stroller organizer will be a lifesaver, especially when traveling. Lightweight travel strollers make excellent travel strollers because they are compact and easy to fold but they also tend to have less of the fancy features and add-ons. For us travel moms, we can add on a universal stroller organizer, one of the best travel stroller accessories, that will transform that travel stroller from good to great!
When I was shopping for strollers, I found that there were always a few features I wanted that were missing. Like many parents, our family had more than one stroller because it felt like there was never one stroller that met all our needs for everything we did.
While I chose my strollers for the most important features, like durability and comfort, often other features were missing. Thankfully, some of those features can easily be added on with a stroller caddy!
In this post, I go over all the features that make a good stroller organizer for travel as well as the pros and cons of a few of the best stroller organizers on the market.
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Best Stroller Organizer Bags for Travel
When looking for a stroller organizer for your travel stroller, consider what you want the most. Is it a universal stroller organizer with dual cup holders for both parents? Maybe you want a place to store your phone and a few baby travel essentials?
Knowing what you want most in your stroller parent organizer will help you find the best one for your next trip!
My Top Pick
1. Momcozy Universal Stroller Organizer
Key Features
Perfect for the parents who need a roomy bag, the Momcozy Universal Baby Stroller Organizer is quite similar to the one by Ethan & Emma, except for one signature feature: shoulder straps.
With abundant space within compartments
Comes in a number of trendy designs and eye-catching shades
Shoulder straps are adjustable to one’s needs
With sturdy stroller clips and suspendable velcros
2. Ethan & Emma Universal Baby Stroller Organizer
Key Features
The Ethan & Emma Universal Baby Stroller Organizer is for those who just need to carry a WHOLE lot. And although the organizer is well known for the space it provides (it's got separate mesh pockets, cup holders, and a detachable bag!) and universal fit.
Well-insulated cup holders
Individual mesh pockets help keep toys, snacks, and keys organized
Easy to clean
Durable and high-quality
3. Swanoo Non-Slip Stroller Organizer
Key Features
When it comes to cute little features, this Non-Slip Stroller Organizer by Swanoo is a clear winner. Designed by a fellow mom, Swanoo is a small business that makes products to simplify motherhood.
Comes with an innovative strap concept that ensures a true universal fit
Cup holders are good for holding tall beverage cups
Slot for storing wipes is concealed
Caddy itself does not have a firm structure
4. Britax Stroller Organizer with Insulated Cup Holders
Key Features
While most people purchase a stroller organizer for its cup holder, buying a Britax Stroller Organizer gives you that and more.
With roomy middle compartment
With three external pockets for quick access
Organizer has collapsible structure that folds with the stroller
Designated cupholders are insulated and have internal frameworks to keep them firm
5. Itzy Ritzy Adjustable Stroller Caddy
Key Features
The Itzy Ritzy Adjustable Stroller Caddy is a cute and classy attachment for your baby’s stroller. It comes with adjustable straps, two built-in pockets for cups, a spacious compartment, and an external zipper pocket.
With adjustable straps
With external pocket
Easy to clean with a damp cloth
Main compartment does not have a button or zipper
8 Things to Look For in a Stoller Organizer
1. Cup Holders
Be it to hold your baby’s sippy cup, your morning coffee, or a cool beverage to combat the sun, a cup holder can help make things easier when you’re on the move.
When inspecting a cup holder, be sure to start by checking its build quality. A good cup holder in a stroller organizer will have a rigid structure or frame that helps to keep the drink in place.
Next, make sure that the cup holder on your stroller organizer bag is insulated. This will both maintain the drink’s temperature and keep items in nearby compartments safe from temperature damage.
2. Universal Fit
Have more than one stroller? Make sure you get an organizer that has a universal fit to avoid unnecessary purchases. Stroller organizers with universal fits can even be used on rented strollers, so you have everything you need at close reach.
With that being said, it is important to note that while most stroller organizers promise and advertise a universal fit, it is very rare for a stroller organizer to fit every kind of stroller. Some strollers may be too small and others may have handlebars that are placed too far apart.
The best universal stroller organizer bag is one that has a generous number of straps to help keep it in place without sagging or hanging.
3. Zip-Off Pouch
A zip-off pouch or a detachable compartment is one of the most convenient features that a stroller organizer can have. A removable pouch can double as a wallet or as a kit for your beauty essentials and other knick-knacks when you’re on the move.
Don’t want to carry it around anymore? Just zip it back into your stroller organizer bag and you’re good to go!
While it is a great thing to have when you want to avoid carrying a purse, you need to be careful about what you put inside it. It's not a good idea to use it to carry valuables as a zip-off pouch is easy to misplace and can be stolen too.
4. Shoulder Straps
If your stroller organizer doesn't fit within the folds of your folded stroller (like when flying with a stroller and you need to gate check it). You'll have to carry your stroller organizer around in your hands, which can be a major inconvenience. To avoid this, some stroller organizers come with shoulder straps that you can attach to them and use to sling over your shoulders.
Make sure the straps and attachments are sturdy and durable. Steel loops and synthetic straps go a long way while plastic builds and fabric may not.
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5. Number of Pockets
Having more pockets means carrying more items, making your walks with the stroller more comfortable. It will also mean that you don't have to worry about choosing between two things because of capacity, even if your stroller organizer is a slight bit bulkier and heavier as a result. So grab that extra snack bar or some extra diapers for longer strolls and have them stored separately and neatly organized.
6. Ease of Cleaning
Look for organizers that are made with stain-repellent materials, machine washable, or both, by reading the product descriptions before making your purchase.
7. Assembly
While most stroller organizers come as a single unit with the caddy, straps, and pouches ready to go, some come disassembled with extenders and shoulder straps as separate parts. There's no "right" or "wrong" with this one; just pick the type that suits your travel style best.
If you prefer having your stroller organizer attached to your stroller at all times, the single unit type will make the most sense, but if you have an older toddler that likes to walk around a bit, a stroller organizer that is easy to disassemble and put away along with your stroller might be best.
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Celine Brewer is the owner of Baby Can Travel. Not only does she have years of experience traveling with babies & toddlers, but she's helped millions of new parents travel with their babies and toddlers for over a decade. In addition to writing on her baby travel blog, she has shared her expertise on traveling with a baby or toddler by contributing to articles about traveling with a baby with the Washington Post, USA Today, the Lonely Planet magazine and Pregnancy & Newborn magazine.
Celine also writes about family travel on the site FamilyCanTravel.com, which she co-owns with her husband. Being from the Canadian Rockies, she shares her passion about her home and travel to Banff National Park and area on their site TravelBanffCanada.com.