As parents, we love baby products that offer convenience and the Doona car seat was the first car seat with fully integrated wheels. Now, the Doona X has been launched and offers the world's first and only complete and fully integrated travel system offering unparalleled comfort and versatility.
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Doona X
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The Doona X is a fantastic travel system overall, with plenty of handy features to keep both parents and babies happy. Adjusting the angles is simple and the three recline positions are all comfortable for little ones, and the included side impact safety feature provides great peace of mind.
Pros
- Transitions from car to stroller
- Three recline positions
- Soft release system
- Comes with the Doona SIP (Side Impact Protection) add-on
Cons
- Only suitable up to 13kg
| Height limit with insert: | 50 - 60cm |
| Height Limit without insert: | 85cm |
| Weight limit: | 13kg |
| Weight: | 8.3kg |
- Coverts to a stroller
- Three recline positions
- Soft release system
- Easy-fastening shoulder pads
- High durability wheels
- Side Impact protection add on
Awards
Doona X integrated travel system won Silver in the Mother&Baby awards 2025 for Best Newborn Car Seat (Stage 0/0+).
Testing the Doona X
The Doona X earned a space on the Mother&Baby awards this year thanks to its stylish yet functional design, perfect for smooth transitions from car to walking without disturbing your little one. Eight of our parent testers, who reviewed the travel system for us ahead of the awards, agreed that "it saved the messing around of getting baby from car seat to stroller or getting a pram base with adapters."
A couple of mums were also short of car, boot, and house storage space, so it made a real difference in their day-to-day lives - "I found it really useful nipping into a shop not having to take out the big pram and found myself using it much more than I intended or expected to. It became an easy replacement for my usual pram that's so bulky."
The mums found that it was good for newborns, with multiple reclining options to find what suits them best. Adhering to all safety guidelines for car seats, it's as safe as it is easy to use. "It folds easily, is easy to clean and is really useful. It's smooth to push, very light as a stroller but heavy in car seat use, understandable why," said one pleased parent. Although it took some time to understand all the positions and settings on the stroller, all our parents were impressed after getting the hang of using it. "My baby slept in it the whole time and it was so very convenient. I can’t believe I had never seen or used one before."
Final thoughts
The Doona X delivers exactly what it promises: a seamless all‑in‑one travel system that converts effortlessly from car seat to stroller in seconds. Its soft-release mechanism, three recline options (including lie‑flat), and side‑impact protection make it a standout in convenience, safety, and comfort.
However, it does come with trade‑offs. At approximately 8.3 kg, it’s significantly heavier than traditional infant seats, which can make it cumbersome to lift, especially with a sleeping baby inside. And while it adheres to the latest R129 safety standards, some testers caution that its crash-test performance didn’t match up to the highest-scoring alternatives.
It’s also a short-term investment: the weight limit of 13 kg means it’ll only serve through the infant stage, so you’ll need another stroller sooner or later.
For on‑the‑go parents, especially those in urban settings, the Doona X is an ingenious, space-saving solution that brings unparalleled ease. Just be prepared for its bulk and cost, and plan ahead for your next-stage stroller as baby grows.
Doona X FAQs
What age is the Doona X suitable for?
The Doona X is suitable from newborn. It has three recline positions, including a lie-flat position, which is ideal for young babies from 0 months.
Can you transition from car seat to stroller with baby in the car seat?
Yes, the Doona X features a soft release function so when you get your little one out of the car in car seat mode, you can easily transition to stroller mode without disturbing them.
What other Doona's are available?
There are currently three different Doona models available to buy: the Doona +, the Doona i and the new Doona X. While each one is suitable for use with the ISOFIX base, only the Doona x and Doona i are I-size compliant and R-129 certified. The Doona + is instead ECE R44 Certified. For more comparisons, check out our handy table below.
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Doona i
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Pros
- Quick release wheels
- Adjustable handlebar also acts as an anti-rebound bar
- i-Size regulation compliant
- Removable and washable textiles
Cons
- Only three colours available
- Doesn't lie-flat
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Doona +
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Pros
- Quick release wheels
- Adjustable handlebar also acts as an anti-rebound bar
- TUV and FAA aircraft approved for travel
- Multiple colour choices
- Removable and washable textiles
Cons
- Doesn't lie-flat
- Not i-Size regulation compliant
Laura Healy is a Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby. She is a mum-of-two girls and loves writing about all things parenting, she is particularly interested in the toddler years and eco-friendly baby products, as well as children’s literature. She has a PhD in Creative Writing and has published short stories in the UK and Ireland, as well as previously writing freelance for her local paper.