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2Bugaboo Bee 5

Bugaboo Bee 5

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2Bugaboo Bee 5
4.0

36 reviews

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Build Quality
3.8
Value for Money
3.1
Cleaning & Maintenance
4.1
Safety
3.8
Manoeuvrability
4.5
Ease of Packing & Storage
3.1
50opd2j
50opd2jQLD46 posts
  Bee 5
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Terrible customer service – Bought handle bar covers, shown in picture as 2, received them it's for the belly bar bought another that was supposedly the right thing still incorrect, bugaboo haven't bothered getting back to me re a return contacted several times, service starts then that's it doesn't actually get followed through to finish the request, stay away Show details

Caitlin
Caitlin
  Bee 5
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Love this pram! – I bought this pram on a whim and it’s been the best pram ever. This pram has been used since late 2017 when I wanted a small pram that was lite, fit in my boot, and small enough for me to manage. It’s now being used for my second child and it’s still like new, it’s easy to steer, it’s small enough to fit in my Mazda 2 boot, it’s lite to carry… Read more ·  1

and I love that baby can face you or face out.

I also love the extendable seat! I do wish the basket was a little bigger and a little more accessible when the pram seat is facing forwards.

Rebecca
RebeccaNSW2 posts
  Fair Incentive Bee 5

Plastic and feels cheaply made – Easy to push, light weight, baby happy but not good for travelling. Pram not robust, feels like it is made from cheap plastic, damaged twice when travelling on airplane. Became unused as could no longer found down. Show details

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Hao
Hao
  Bee 5

Do not buy bugaboo!!!! because they will not repair even if your product is under warranty!!!!! – My bee 5 is still under warranty, and the chassis is broken as photo shows. But bugaboo Australia refused to repair for me instead of asking me to pay $400 to replace a new chassis. what a good brand and company! Do not waste money on this product as it is not safe and not good to use. Show details

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Positive reviews

Ashley Duncan
Ashley DuncanNSW4 posts
  Bee 5

Godsent!!! So reliable and durable – Absolutely amazing when manoeuvring from different terrains.. light and easy collapsible!! .. very comfortable for my little one and versatile for us mums ... I highly recommend this pram I won't buy another brand again Show details ·  1

auzziechic
auzziechicNSW3 posts
  Fair Incentive Bee 5

Love it - but not for everything – Love this pram, the features of being able to have seat parent facing or world facing is great. It’s super zippy and leaves room in my boot of Mazda 3 Hatch! Only downfall is it’s not great on grass, gravel or off road... Show reply

Liz t.
Liz t.NSW2 posts
  Bee 5

Great all round stroller, even for travelling! – Takes a little getting used to remembering how to fold away etc (as most things do). But after a good few times, you will appreciate just how simple it folds into the boot of your car. Switching from front to back facing took a little getting used to as well but once u get the hang of it, like most things, it becomes second nature. We travel with… Read more ·  1

this often, before these turbulent times when we could actually travel. It fits in the overhead locker in the cabin so you can take the stroller all the way to the gate and the cabin crew will store for you. I also like how u can tilt the canopy to expose only one side, handy for when you're out and you want to have the canopy closed for privacy but still want a bit open to peek at your baby. Steers and handles very well on normal hard surfaces, have not tried on any other terrain. Shopping trolley thing underneath fits quite a bit (even my nappy backpack). Can easily steer with one hand. My baby seems comfy in there and can fall asleep. Another great point is that it reclines flat when facing the rear which can be handy for changing and sleeping. Love our Bugaboo Bee 5 :).

Negative reviews

Francis O.
Francis O.NSW
  Bee 5

Not sooo sure! – I absolutely loved the carrycot. Was perfect. Easy to take on/ off. Lightweight, good size. Fitted in my boot both parts! ( Ford Fiesta) HATE the seat. Falls off on folding. Show details

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Sinthu M.
Sinthu M.4 posts
  Bee 5
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Good but with some flaws – Overall the stroller is the best in the market- light weight and sturdy. But the assembly while switching the seat from front facing to back facing is tough as the placement on the hinges doesn’t latch tightly and while accessing from the boot the seat comes off unexpectedly! There isn’t a lock to keep the seat in place. Show details

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JSB
JSB
  Bee 5

Not worth it!!! – I have the Bugaboo Bee for almost 3 years. I was never 100% happy with it as it is a bit hard to change the sit position, the bassinet is too small and doesn’t look very stable. After one year the problems started getting worse and I had to take to get serviced 2x as we were not able to adjust the height of the handle bar. More recently the front… Read more

part of the pram broke down. If I could go back, I would never buy this pram again...way too expensive for what I get

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Recent reviews

Lauren
LaurenNSW
  Bee 5
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Ok but not as I expected it to be – Strengths: - Steers like a dream on flat pathways/shopping centers. - Good size. Fits on public transport, in cafes/restaurants, doorways etc with ease. - Adjustable handlebar for both shorties and tall people. - Decent sized basket. - Easy to use foot break. - Adjustable seat as bub gets bigger. Weaknesses: - Terrible on terrains that are not… Read more ·  1

smooth or flat. Like uneven paths, especially going from low to high (for example if there’s a crack in the path). I’ve also had the small wheels get stuck when trying to drop down the curb from the uneven path to road (no ramp). - If anyone thinks this is a light pram let me tell you it’s not if you’ve ever used a truly lightweight pram before! If you live in a unit or anywhere with stairs I wouldn’t recommend it. Unless you enjoy the workout. - It doesn’t stand upright when collapsed. So can’t be stored efficiently to save space. - The straps are stiff, padded and bulky, restricting comfort for baby. - Rain cover would not cover a toddler’s legs. - No peep hole on the cover to check on bub. - Price

Somewhere in between: - Collapsing the pram takes a bit of practice but is fairly simple afterwards. It does require two hands. Getting the pram up took me even more practice (I was used to the ease of one hand collapse and unfold of another much lighter pram which I used for my children prior). - Not really a biggy but makes a funny sound when pushing on an angle, probably the suspension clacking or something. - Basket not convenient to access although you do learn to place items strategically.

I splashed out on this pram for my last bub. I thought the amazing steering of this pram would be worth it but sadly the cons outweigh the pros for me (and yes I know, there is no such thing as a perfect pram). Ive used it for 8 months now, I’ve had enough of it. I’ll be switching to a certain all terrain pram which is the same weight and a few hundred dollars cheaper. I did try to love you Bugaboo Bee 5! Sorry!

Car
CarQLD29 posts
  Bee 5

Can’t live without – I have had my bugaboo for 2 years now and I cannot live without it. It is super easy and quick to set up and fold down . Fits in my smaller boot. So easy to manoeuvre and was great for my newborn and now toddler. I would recommend the pram

Krystal M.
Krystal M.4 posts
  Bee 5

Good but at fast pace can wobble – We bought this as I do loads of runs and wanted to go slightly faster than walking but at higher speed it can wobble badly. Other than that the space under the pram has loads of room for at least one or so bags of shopping or baby things you need while out  Show reply

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Cecilia
Cecilia5 posts
  Verified Bee 5

I love it! – So glad we made the decision to purchase a bee5, it is so easy to maneuver and fit through everything!! I am of a smaller built and my husband 6 ft. talk, the extendable handle makes it so easy for the both of us to use the pram. Yes it doesn't handle grass or dirt road well but we knew it want meant to be an off-road pram when we bought it. The… Read more ·  1

easy to use one fold system and lightweight of the Bee5 more than make up or that. We are now looking to take it on an overseas trip with us!

Rae J
Rae J
  Verified Bee 5

Perfect compact stroller! – The only pram I will buy is Bugaboo! I’ve gone from having a Buffalo, Donkey Duo and now the Bee5 within three years... my oldest is 3 and my youngest is 18 months. The bee5 suits our needs perfectly it’s light and easy to steer. My 3 year old sits happily on the attached wheelboard.  Show reply

Lorax1
Lorax14 posts
  Bee 5

Lovely and very stylish – We have just graduated to this and it is a dream to use after the uncomfortable piece of nonsense it replaces. My parents took pity on me (lol) and got this as a much appreciated gift. Folding it away is where this really shines. It such a well designed system and I have it in the boot in no time and I love having bub looking back to me - great design and easy to steer one handed!  Show reply

Mummaof5
Mummaof5WA5 posts
  Bee 5

Every feature i was looking for – A fantastic pram that i really cant fault. Lightweight and very compact fold which is great for my back. Great for a newborn all the way up to using it like a stroller for an older child. Beautiful to push and the quality is outstanding as always with Bugaboo. The only fault in my opinion is the price, alot to pay for a pram but well worth every cent.  Show reply

Angrymum
Angrymum4 posts
  Bee 5

Great choice for mom – I have been used it for more than one year, I'm very happy with this product. It's so convenient and not heavy. Very easy to fold and unfold. I can carry it easily and place it in my car back space. I will introduce this to my friends. Such a good one.  Show reply

Zoe
Zoe6 posts
  Bee 5

The best pram – This is the 3rd bugaboo I have purchased, the bee has always been my favourite pram. It is so easy to get in and out of my boot as it’s light weight. I have no issues getting it down Isles in the shopping centre and maneuvering through crowds. It folds down with the press of two buttons and is very compact so fits in the boot easy. I am very happy with my purchase and recommend the bee5 to anyone looking for a new pram!  Show reply

Alicia44
Alicia44NT12 posts
  Bee 5

excellent pram – its such a perfect little stroller to take for quick trips to the shops. its light and very well made. only downfall is that everything extra is so expensive. other then that i have no complaints for it. i wish i would have bought it the pram from the get go.  Show reply

RonakMistry
RonakMistryVIC15 posts
  Bee 5

Stunning - Super light - Super Smooth – super cool - super light and just smooth glide very happy to buy this Stroller / Pram. mother is happy because its light - baby is happy because beautiful canopy covers her fully, dad is happy because its safe. strong breaks and easy to open and fold - even if you have rear facing seat. close your eyes and buy it: If suits your budget  Show reply

Ash.
Ash.
  Verified Bee 5

Amazing!!! – This is the best purchase I’ve ever made!! I never write reviews, but I had to come on and write this one as I wish I saw this before I purchased my cameleon. I previously had the bugaboo cameleon but sold it as the 2 piece fold was inconvenient. This one swivels easily, can push with one hand with ease, folds in 1 piece and is easy to fold and… Read more ·  1

open, is decently compact, sleek design with lots of different fabric/colours. Honestly if your tossing up between this or the cameleon, go the bee 5. The only regret is that I didn’t purchase this earlier as my first pram, after going through 5 different prams this one is my favourite by far. I was tossing between this one and the Babyzen Yoyo but I chose the bugaboo as I wanted something to take to the park on grassy ground, shopping and everyday errands. I hope this helps anyone trying to decide between the bee or cameleon.

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JOZ
JOZVIC8 posts
  Bee 5

It's light & looks great – Its 360 and super light - one of the lightest pram that we found on the market. It also folds into a great compact size where we fit it into our sedan easily with plenty of rooms for other groceries. My son didn't mind staying in the pram for the whole duration of shopping/ coffee until he grew out of it after 18 months.  Show reply

Citychic
CitychicVIC8 posts
  Bee 5

Fancy pram – After having bub number 2, I decided to opt for a much lighter pram and one that is easy to maneuver. I fell in love with the bee 5 with the new range of denim seat fabric colours and how you can pick and choose your own chassi, sun canopy and wheels. I like that it is easy to fold up and pack away in the boot. It is not too bulky compared to my… Read more

older 3 wheel pram. Also very easy to get around in shopping centres. However, given price and quality of build I still find it is on the pricey end as it is only really designed for one purpose for more indoor shopping use and on smooth surfaces. I still need to keep my 3 wheel pram as backup. i have taken it out on train ride to city, outdoor walking to local cafes and found it doesn't get very far on rocky surface conditions!

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fanfan
fanfan4 posts
  Bee 5

Really good if you only have a small car – Very light and easy to carry even for a woman. Easy to control with only one hand. We have a small car so this bugaboo bee is perfect for us. We can put this in the car also with groceries and other stuff. When come to places only with stairs (no lifts) I can still lift it up even with my baby sitting in it.

PRANEETH
PRANEETH2 posts
  Bee 5

Good – Light and sturdy. good colours available. You can actually steer it with one hand. The suspension springs are quite effective. it is a bit heavier than it looks. it doesnt stand properly after you fold it. other brands like Redsbaby do stand after you fold it. Does not come with a bassinet. You need to buy it separately. Another downside is… Read more

that it is difficult to unfold when the when the seat is facing towards you (rearward).

but it is good as an overall package.

Becksus
Becksus6 posts
  Bee 5

The Bee 5 Rocks! – I purchased the limited edition Bugaboo Bee 5 and absolutely loved the colour combination. It's a very chic shade of taupe and lavender and works well for either a baby boy or baby girl. What I really love about this is that while it's on the smaller side, it's actually very sturdy (compared to other light-weight strollers like the Yoyo zen). I… Read more

wish the handle was a little more like the Chameleon where you could swap sides easily so baby is either facing you or facing out but on the whole it's a great option if you live in the city or want a run-around hybrid stroller that can be used for travel and daily use.

Megan
Megan8 posts
  Bee 5

Love it! – This is my favourite pram I have tried by far. My baby loves that he can face me and it's very convenient to use with the toddler board for my older child. It folds easily and manoeuvres well. The only down side is that it does take up a considerable amount of space even when folded and accessories are fairly expensive to buy. That being said the quality is excellent and it will be used for many years to come.

Sharmin
Sharmin13 posts
  Verified Bee 5

Light, easy to fold with good quality – We were looking for a pram which needs to be light, not too big and easy to fold. After lots of research,reading reviews and trying different prams in shops we decided bugaboo bee5 which has all we want.Also it has been made nicely and comes in different colours for canopy, frame, seat and handle.

Becs
Becs2 posts
  Bee 5

love my bee! – I really recommend the bugaboo bee. It looks stylish and has heaps of storage which is very handy. It took.some getting used to folding it but once you get your head around it..easy! Its a bit heavy but its ok because i like its sturdiness. It comes with a great add on bassinet which you must get and dont forget the cup holder! love it.

MelT
MelT5 posts
  Bee 5

Perfect Size – We have been using this stroller for our daughter for a couple months now and we love it! What I love most about it is that it is lightweight and space-efficient, yet still very secure and sturdy. For a petite mom like myself, I wanted a stroller that wasn't too bulky and I found it! We have brought it to all sorts of locations including shopping malls, parks, roads, grass, gravel road.. all without problems!

Torres
TorresQLD48 posts
  Bee 5

Small, Light, Nimble & Comfortable – The perfect runaround pram. I use it in conjunction with my Bugaboo Cameleon, so depending on where I am going and what I am doing, depends on what pram I take. It's small, light and nimble but super comfortable and tough but the seat is surprisingly large and adjusts to my growing child. Folds easily and quickly for putting in the car or storing at home.

Lauren
Lauren6 posts
  Bee 5

Love my bee – The bee is a fantastic pram. We have the bee as a second pram (buffalo is our main pram) but the bee still gets a heap of use. It is so light and easy to fold, fits into the smallest of car boots and has a large shopping basket, for its compact size. We recently took it to the US where it survived 4 flights (in the bugaboo travel bag) and is still perfect.

Amy
Amy4 posts
  Bee 5

Great pram – This pram is really light and easy to move around. It feels very smooth and the build quality is excellent. Two negative things the under basket is on the small side and we found it difficult to get into the bugaboo pram bag when we checked it in for the plane, but overall we are really happy with it.

ZMum
ZMum10 posts
  Bee 5

Love my bee! – One of the first to get it as I returned a brand new bee 3 as soon as I knew this was out. The build quality is impeccable. So easy to fold and unfold and carry. I love that everything is customisable (though it gets pricey when you want to accessorise everything). It's not great on certain surfaces because it does have small wheels. It doesn't… Read more

have the largest basket. But I didn't want to have one of those huge prams that take up lots of space in my boot and can't fit in restaurants. Seat is a bit low but it's ok. My kid doesn't need to look at my face all the time!

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