Phil & Teds Dash

We originally purchased the Dash because we liked that it fitted through the shopping center checkouts (something a lot of pram manufacturers forget to consider) and it appeared durable and versatile. It is quite pricey for a pram but we figured we could get the extra use out of it when our next baby came. You have to buy the attachments such as the rain cover and the sunshade separately but should note that the only way you will have proper coverage is if you buy the double version as there is no back to the pram when bubs is lying down, it is...Read more

Hi. After owning a mountain buggy, which I loved, I needed a two seater for a toddler and infant.
The only thing I like about this pram is the shade cover, it fits nicely.
Also the second seat attachment versatility. I can go for a run and now that baby is in the second seat I can have both children shaded. Also the shade covers are nice and soft and flowey, not like regular rigid ones. Also the opening at the back of the seat, we live in the tropics and this allows nice air flow through, also good for running.

I hate that the brake nee...Read more

First: This pram weighs just slightly less than a small planet. No really, the weight is staggering. I think it’s been forged from solid lead… I’ve owned cars that weigh less.
Secondly: the size of this pram is massive. It folds down into a SLIGHTLY smaller version of itself that will take up the entire boot of a family sized sedan. It’s basically useless if you need to travel anywhere.
Thirdly: the Brake is RUBBISH… I’m not sure if this product was designed by an actual industrial designer, or if they just farmed the job out to oDesk or som...Read more

I have just upgraded from the e3 which I loved. The dash is everything and more, I was nervous after reading some bad reviews but I'm happy. I like the break system, while I've read that it being a two handed process is annoying for some people, I don't see it as a big deal. It folds smoothly every time. It fits my two children easily, they look comfortable. The harness is easy to strap child in and out. Its lovely to push. While the basket underneath isn't huge and it is and it is a little heavy to lift in and out of the car I'm not fussed by...Read more

This pram is very inconvenient and completely unsafe. I can't believe that it is sold in Australia or complies with any safety regulations. There are many reasons to gripe about this pram but the main concern is the brake. It is very difficult to lock in place and requires two hands at the best of times. Brakes should be accessible via the feet because there are countless situations where you simply don't have two hands free to struggle with it.

An example of dangerous situations include:
- Walking to your car laden with all your shopping...Read more

I use this pram mostly in tandem mode with the two seats, so my review is suited to two children, but obviously some things pertain to single mode too.

Considering the price of this pram you would probably expect something a bit better. Let me start with the good features of the pram
1. It's fairly narrow and easy to fit through small spaces
2. Good multi-terrain pram - works well on grass, uneven surfaces and can go up and down curbs quite well.
3. Decent suspension
4. comfortable seats
5. Fairly nice looking, the sunshade is nice.
6. Big air filled wheels which are quite good for going over bumps ....but
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I had a lot of trouble with this pram. I bought it just before I had my 2nd child and it was so hard to use. My 23mth old was already too tall for the toddler seat so we couldn't use the lay down option (and she was very average height), then the baby HATED being in underneath as it is such a tiny area in there. My wheel now has a problem with it and will only turn occasionally and I now need to get it repaired by phil and teds. Im just hoping they won't charge me much to get it fixed! :(
It did the job... once I was able to put the toddler sea...Read more

I bought this pram to suit a newborn and 2yo toddler and it wasnt suitable.
The newborn was to go in the main seat and the toddler in the toddler seat, on top. Whilst the toddler seat is meant to hold 20kg, my toddler of only 13kg was squashing my newborn. My toddler of average height, also did not fit under the pram hood and so I ended up rendering the pram useless for 5 months until the newborn was old enough to sit in the rear seat and toddler in the main seat. Very disappointing for someone who walks every single day.
Now as the newborn ...Read more

wouldnt recomend a phil and ted. very disapointed with it seen as thou phild and ted are suppose to be a repuitable brand. not at all worth the large price tag.
narrow allowing to get throu small spaces. can be pushed one handed.
the fabric is very cheap and thin, ive had the main seat replaced once already due to it ripping at the base even thou my oldest child is only 4yrs & 16kg and my youngest is 18months. the back rest bows so does not give the child any back support as they hunch over or flop to the side when sitting in it. i am on my sec...Read more

I have tried very hard to love this pram but everytime I thought we were on the right track something else would break. I have used our Phil and Teds Dash for almost 3 years in which time almost all components have been replaced (only the hood and foot rest are original). Phil and Teds have replaced some under warranty and the rest we have had to pay for. Recently the collapse mechanism broke and this has left the pram unrepairable.

I love the phil and teds concept but the DASH seems to be full of design faults and is less durable tha...Read more

When we were expecting baby no 2 and baby no 1 was still <2 years old, we started investigating double prams/strollers. While there are a few out there, it still seemed everyone had a Phil & Teds. Reviews seemed to be mixed but as we decided to purchase a second hand one to save money, it was Phil & Teds that were readily available. So we kept an eye on ebay and ended up purchasing a Phil & Teds Dash with Double Seat in really good condition for $150 off ebay.
The stroller is attractive in black and grey (comes in other colours) and pretty muc...Read more

I've had this pram for 2 months and can't wait to get rid of it. As far as doubles go you can fo a lot better.
The kids don't seem to mind sitting in it. It looks fairly smart.
I absolutely hate this pram. The maneuverability is terrible and you need 2 hands on the handle at all times - impossible to drink a coffee and push at the same time. Even with 2 hands the front wheel goes every whivh way but straight. With a newborn you have to have it configured with the newborn flat in the main seat and the toddler in front in the toddler seat and in...Read more

All of the cons listed above have left me in search of a new pram that is easier to use. This is really disappointing as the Phil & Ted's pram was a gift from grandparents.
I think this is a stylish pram that is easy and comfortable to push and is quite narrow allowing you to get into most shops.
There are 3 things I would like say about this pram, 1. Having a hand brake that requires two hands to use the brake is dangerous, there should always be a one-handed or foot brake, 2. The sun shade with the peek-a-boo window is not nearly long enough ...Read more

I have had this pram now for just over 12 months with my first baby. I will not be buying the toddler attachment for any subsequent children and instead on-selling to just get rid of this useless, expensive, excuse for a pram.

I bought after my sister had a Sport, thinking this this had a few more handy features, a step up, if you like. However, my 11 month old has difficulty seeing out and is always trying to sit forward, the seat does not come up high enough. It's heavy to get in & out of the car - I have scratched the car because I can...Read more