Silver Cross Breez Stroller

Silver Cross | Breez Stroller | Babesta Pick — Best Hybrid Stroller for NYC Apartments, Walk-Ups & Travel

The Silver Cross Breez is a mid-size, modular stroller built for exactly the space families are usually stuck choosing between: the full-featured comfort of a full-size stroller and the light, compact convenience of a travel stroller. At 22.6 lbs, the Breez sits in the hybrid category — lighter and more maneuverable than a traditional full-size frame, but still delivering true lie-flat newborn recline, a supersized 22 lb storage basket, four-wheel suspension, and a car seat–ready travel system, all in a stroller that folds one-handed and stands on its own.

The lie-flat, reversible seat reclines fully flat from birth, so there's no waiting on a bassinet purchase to start strolling with a newborn — though the overnight sleep–approved Breez bassinet (sold separately) is available for families who want a dedicated flat sleep space at home or on the go, with a bamboo-lined mattress and a zip-open panoramic ventilation panel. A 2-height elevation system raises the bassinet, seat, or compatible car seat closer to the parent, which is useful for feeding, supervision, and simply staying connected to your baby in crowded places like cafes, elevators, or the subway platform.

Underneath, RideTech multi-terrain wheels pair with four-wheel suspension and energy-absorbing technology for a smooth ride over cracked sidewalks, cobblestones, and curb cuts, with lockable wheels and a flip-flop-friendly brake. When the walk is over, Breez folds one-handed, stands freestanding without leaning on anything, and pulls out a cushioned shoulder strap for carrying upstairs or into a rideshare — bassinet or seat still attached.

Best For

•      Families who want full-size stroller features such as a true lie-flat recline, big basket, four-wheel suspension, without full-size bulk or weight

•      NYC walk-ups and elevator buildings: at 22.6 lbs with a compact fold and pull-out shoulder strap, Breez is built for stairs, narrow hallways, and tight lobbies

•      Newborns from day one: the lie-flat reversible seat reclines fully flat at birth, no bassinet purchase required to get started

•      Families building a full travel system: universal car seat adapters (sold separately) dock a range of leading infant car seats onto the frame

•      Parents who want to stay close to baby: the 2-height elevation system brings bassinet, seat, or car seat up for easier interaction in cafes, on transit, or in crowds

•      Style-conscious families: crease-free woven fabric, vegan leather accents, and a refined four-color palette

Not Ideal For

•      Parents specifically shopping for an ultra-light travel stroller under 17 lbs. The Breez, at 22.6 lbs, is a mid-size, not an ultra-compact travel model

•      Families who need a double-stroller conversion — Breez is a single-child stroller with no sibling seat or board configuration

•      Runners: Breez is built for everyday multi-terrain use, not as a dedicated jogging stroller

Newborn (0–6 months)

Yes, from birth. The lie-flat, reversible seat reclines fully flat, meeting newborn positioning needs without any additional accessories. For families who want a dedicated flat sleep space, the overnight sleep–approved Breez bassinet (sold separately) adds a bamboo-lined mattress and panoramic ventilation. The 2-height elevation system also lets you bring a newborn closer for feeding and supervision on the go.

Infant (6–12 months)

Yes. The reversible seat can face you or face the world as your baby develops head and neck control, with multiple recline positions and adjustable calf support. The Magnetic Genius 2 buckle and no-rethread harness adjust easily as your baby grows, without rethreading straps.

Toddler (up to seat limit)

Yes. The Breez is rated from birth to 55 lbs which is higher than the 50 lb limit common on comparable strollers. So most families get full use of the seat through the toddler years without needing to size up.

The Breez is built for exactly the trade-off NYC parents run into constantly: full-size comfort versus something you can actually carry. At 22.6 lbs with a one-handed, self-standing fold and a pull-out shoulder strap, it's manageable up a walk-up stairwell, into a cab trunk, or onto a crowded subway platform in a way that a 30+ lb full-size stroller isn't. The compact folded footprint, about 26 inches long and 22 inches wide, clears most building lobbies and apartment closets without a dedicated stroller room.

RideTech multi-terrain wheels with four-wheel suspension smooth out the cracked sidewalks, cobblestones, and curb cuts that come with the territory, and the lockable wheels plus flip-flop-friendly brake keep it steady at a corner or a crosswalk. The 22 lb storage basket handles a real grocery run or a diaper bag plus stroller organizer, and the 2-height elevation system means you can raise a bassinet, seat, or car seat to keep baby closer in tight, crowded spaces, cafes, elevators, transit, where full-size strollers can feel unwieldy.

•      Breez stroller

•      Seat liner (removable, reversible, crumb-catching)

•      Rain cover (compatible with both the stroller seat and the bassinet)

Optional Add-Ons Available at Babesta

•      Breez overnight sleep–approved bassinet (sold separately)

•      Universal car seat adapters

•      Additional or replacement seat liners

•      Color options: Champagne, Onyx, Pewter, Maple

The Breez offers the features of a full-size stroller, real recline, real storage, real. Silver Cross built the Breez specifically to bridge that gap, and it shows in the details: a true lie-flat recline that doesn't require the bassinet purchase to use from day one, a fold that stands on its own and carries with a shoulder strap, and a 22 lb basket that doesn't force a trade-off between storage and portability.

The 2-height elevation system and the option to add the overnight sleep–approved bassinet mean the Breez can flex from newborn travel system to everyday toddler stroller without swapping frames. Combined with Silver Cross's design pedigree, the crease-free woven fabrics and vegan leather touches are the kind of material choices our customers notice, the Breez is the stroller we reach for when a family wants full-size capability in a footprint that actually fits their building.

Stroller Test Driving

You can test out any stroller on the floor with a test baby (giving it proper weight) outside on the road, so you can feel curbs, uneven terrain, and get the real feel of it.

Hold It Til You Need It

You can purchase and we'll hold it until you're ready to take delivery. This way you can check things off the list, yet manage your timing.

Free Stroller Assembly (In Store)

We'll build your stroller for you in-store. If the stroller needs a bassinet changed into the seat later on, you can wheel in and we'll do that for you when you're ready.

Free Stroller Training (In Store)

We'll train you on your stroller including folding and opening, attaching an infant car seat, using accessories, and more in-store.

Price Matching

Apples to apples, we do our best to match any official listed price on an authorized dealer's website.

Post Sale Support Including Warranty Support

We're always here to help you navigate any questions about your purchase and any warranty claims. Although warranties run through the manufacturer, we can often get any issues fast-tracked.

Baby Registry

Make a baby registry with us and automatically get all of our services, as well as a registry close-out discount at the end. If you already have a registry, note our links can also be added to Babylist, and if you let us know you've added us, we will apply our services.

What age range does the Breez cover?

From birth to 55 lbs. The lie-flat reversible seat works from day one, and the 55 lb capacity is higher than the 50 lb limit found on many comparable strollers, so most families get full use of the seat well into the toddler years.

Does the bassinet come included?

No, the overnight sleep–approved Breez bassinet is sold separately. The stroller itself is usable from birth without it, thanks to the lie-flat reversible seat; the bassinet is for families who want a dedicated flat sleep space with a bamboo-lined mattress and extra ventilation.

What makes the Breez a "mid-size" stroller?

It's positioned between full-size strollers (typically 25–35 lbs) and ultra-compact travel strollers (typically 13–17 lbs). At 22.6 lbs, the Breez keeps full-size features such as lie-flat recline, four-wheel suspension, a large basket but in a lighter, more maneuverable frame.

Do I need a car seat adapter?

Yes. Universal car seat adapters (sold separately) are required to dock a compatible infant car seat onto the Breez frame. The stroller seat detaches with a memory-button release so the adapters can go on in its place. Adapters are available at Babesta.

Is the Breez suitable for jogging?

No. The Breez is built for everyday multi-terrain use, sidewalks, cobblestones, trails, with RideTech wheels and four-wheel suspension, but it isn't marketed as a dedicated jogging stroller. Ask us in-store about jogging-specific options if that's a priority.

How heavy is it, and is it actually easy to carry?

The stroller weighs 22.6 lbs. It folds one-handed, stands on its own without leaning against anything, and has a pull-out cushioned shoulder strap once folded — designed specifically for carrying up stairs or into a rideshare.

What's the folded size? Will it fit in my elevator or trunk?

Folded, the Breez measures about 12.99 in. deep x 22.05 in. wide x 25.98 in. long. That footprint fits most building lobbies, closets, and sedan trunks; if you have a particularly narrow elevator or hallway, confirm clearances before purchasing or come measure it against our floor model.

What is the 2-height elevation system?

It lets you raise the bassinet, stroller seat, or a compatible car seat to a higher position on the frame. That brings your baby closer to eye level — useful for feeding, supervision, and interaction in crowded spaces like cafes, elevators, or transit platforms.

Is the seat fabric washable?

The seat liner is removable, reversible, and designed to catch crumbs and spills for easy cleanup. Always check the manufacturer's care label for exact washing instructions on the outer fabric and vegan leather accents.

What's the storage basket capacity?

The underseat basket holds up to 22 lbs — sized for a real grocery run, a full diaper bag, or a stroller organizer, without needing to hang extra bags off the handlebar.

Can I try it in person at Babesta?

Yes. Come into our Tribeca store at 56 Warren Street and we'll walk you through the fold, the elevation system, and how it feels loaded with real weight — and show you how it works with a compatible infant car seat if you're building a travel system.

Can I add it to a baby registry?

Absolutely. Create a registry with us directly, or add Babesta links to your Babylist registry. Let us know you've added us and we'll apply all of our services to your purchase.