Thule Urban Glide 3 vs Thule Urban Glide 4-wheel
The Urban Glide 3 is 2.5 lb lighter. The Urban Glide 4-wheel folds smaller (5.0 vs 5.6 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Thule Urban Glide 3 | Thule Urban Glide 4-wheel | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $799.95 | $799.95 |
| Weight | 26.2 lbLightest | 28.7 lb |
| Folded size | 34.6 × 22.8 × 12.2 in5.6 cu ft | 34.6 × 22.8 × 11 in5.0 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Seat holds up to | 49 lb | 49 lb |
| Child height up to | Not listed | 44 in |
| From birth? | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Newborn add-on | Thule bassinet or Thule Urban Glide 3 car seat adapter (sold separately) | Thule bassinet or infant car seat adapter (sold separately) |
| Seat size | 20 in seat back | 20 in seat back |
| Seat faces you or the world | No | Not listed |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Yes |
| Fits airline overhead bin | No | Not listed |
| Converts to a double | No | Not listed |
| Basket | 15 lb, Zip-top cargo basket plus rear mesh pocket; no weight limit | 22 lb, Large basket with zip-top cover, rear mesh pocket, two mesh compartmentsBiggest basket |
| Car seat adapters | Thule Urban Glide 3 car seat adapter for Maxi-Cosi; universal/Chicco adapter | Thule Urban Glide 4-wheel car seat adapter |
| Brake | Hand brake | Hand brake |
| Sold as a travel system | Thule Urban Glide 3 2-in-1 bundle (with Thule bassinet) $1,099.90 | Thule Urban Glide 4-wheel 2-in-1 bundle (with Thule bassinet) $1,099.90 |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| For running (maker) | No | No |
| Front wheel | Swivel, locks straight | Swivel, locks straight |
| Hand brake | Yes | Yes |
| Wrist strap | Yes | Yes |
| Tires | Air-filled, 16 in rear | Air-filled |
| Suspension | Suspension (listed part); air-filled tires | Quality suspension with air-filled tires |
| Wheels and suspension | 16 in air-filled rear tires, locking swivel front wheel | Two swivel front wheels that lock, large rear wheels, air-filled |
| Canopy | Full coverage, ventilated, peek-a-boo window, reflective trim | Large full-coverage canopy with ventilation |
Thule Urban Glide 3
A three-wheel jogger for runs and walks, with a compact one-hand fold that stands on its own.
- Folds with one hand and stands upright
- Relatively light for its class
- Locking swivel front wheel
- List price $799.95
- Child limit of 49 lb is lower than some joggers
Ask the meadow
Urban Glide 3 or Urban Glide 4-wheel?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Urban Glide 3 or the Urban Glide 4-wheel?
The Thule Urban Glide 3 weighs 26.2 lb, 2.5 lb less than the Thule Urban Glide 4-wheel (28.7 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Urban Glide 3 or the Urban Glide 4-wheel?
The Urban Glide 4-wheel folds to about 5.0 cubic feet, versus 5.6 for the Urban Glide 3.
Can both be used from birth?
Urban Glide 3: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately). Urban Glide 4-wheel: Yes, with bassinet (sold separately).
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 49 lb.
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