Cybex Melio
The Cybex Melio weighs 13 lb, folds to 5.1 cu ft, and holds a child up to 55 lb, per Cybex. It works from birth with a bassinet sold separately. The seat faces you or the world. A very light carbon-frame stroller with a seat that faces either way. Suits parents who carry the stroller up stairs or onto transit a lot.
DiscontinuedNo longer made or sold new. Specs are kept for comparing generations.
- $599.95List price
- 13 lbWeight
- 5.1 cu ftFolded
- 55 lbHolds up to
How the Melio stacks up
Against the 26 mid-size strollers we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Below the typical range for mid-size strollers (20 lb to 22.6 lb).
Within the typical range for mid-size strollers (5.1 cu ft to 5.6 cu ft).
Above the 50 lb most mid-size strollers list.
Within the typical range for mid-size strollers ($299.99 to $799.99).
Melio: from newborn to toddler
| Stage | What Cybex lists |
|---|---|
| From birth | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Seat recline | Near-flat |
| Seat faces | You or the world (reversible) |
| Seat holds | Up to 55 lb |
Limits as the maker lists them. Follow the manual for your stroller.
Does the Melio fit a carry-on size?
Folded, the Melio measures 29.3 × 19.35 × 15.4 in as listed. It is over every listed carry-on size below on at least one side.
| Airline | Listed size | Longest side | Middle side | Shortest side |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American, Delta, Alaska, JetBlue | 22 × 14 × 9 in | 29.3 in: over 22 | 19.35 in: over 14 | 15.4 in: over 9 |
| Spirit | 22 × 18 × 10 in | 29.3 in: over 22 | 19.35 in: over 18 | 15.4 in: over 10 |
| Frontier | 24 × 16 × 10 in | 29.3 in: over 24 | 19.35 in: over 16 | 15.4 in: over 10 |
| Allegiant | 22 × 16 × 10 in | 29.3 in: over 22 | 19.35 in: over 16 | 15.4 in: over 10 |
Each side is checked against the matching side of the airline's published carry-on size, in inches as published. Bins and rules vary by plane.
Listed features
- Around 13 lb
- One-hand compact fold with carry handle
- Car seat adapters included
- Seat faces either direction
Worth checking
- Melio Cot 3 for newborns sold separately
- Not listed by the maker: basket size
Where to buy the Melio
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- Discontinued. You may still find it used or on clearance.
- Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: CPSC recall search.
- Use and supervision: follow the maker's warnings on the product, and see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Full specs
| Cybex Melio | |
|---|---|
| List price | $599.95 (last listed) |
| Weight | 13 lb |
| Folded size | 29.3 × 19.4 × 15.4 in5.1 cu ft |
| Open size | 36.4 × 19.3 × 41.3 in |
| Seat holds up to | 55 lb |
| From birth? | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Seat recline | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Yes |
| Car seats | Any Cybex infant car seat; adapters included |
| Handlebar height | Adjustable |
| Wheels and suspension | Rear-wheel suspension, front-wheel shock absorbers |
| Canopy | XXL, UPF 50+, two mesh windows |
Compare the Melio with
How each closest rival differs from the Melio, from the makers' specs.
- Valco BabyUltra S217 lb5.6 cu ft folded$574.95
- 4 lb heavier
- 0.5 cu ft bigger folded
- 10 lb lower limit
- UPPAbabyKona22 lb3.3 cu ft folded$649.99
- 9 lb heavier
- 1.7 cu ft smaller folded
- 5 lb lower limit
- Peg PeregoCity Loop Pro24.3 lb50 lb limit$649.99
- 11.3 lb heavier
- 5 lb lower limit
- $50 more
- Baby JoggerCity Mini GT321.6 lb7.9 cu ft folded$479.99
- 8.6 lb heavier
- 2.9 cu ft bigger folded
- 10 lb higher limit
Accessories that fit the Melio
Each maker lists this stroller as a fit. Fit can depend on the model year, so check yours on the product page.
Bassinets & cots
- Melio Cot $199.95
Organizers
Melio: questions answered
From Cybex's published specs, last checked 2026-11-06.
How much does the Cybex Melio weigh?
The Cybex Melio weighs 13 lb.
How big is the Cybex Melio when folded?
It folds to 29.3 × 19.4 × 15.4 in, about 5.1 cubic feet. Compare folded sizes of all mid-size strollers.
Can you use the Cybex Melio from birth?
Yes, with bassinet (sold separately). Car seats: Any Cybex infant car seat; adapters included.
What is the weight limit of the Cybex Melio?
The seat holds a child up to 55 lb.
How much does the Cybex Melio cost?
The maker's US list price is $599.95. Sale prices change often, so check the retailer.
What's the difference between the Cybex Melio and the Valco Baby Ultra S2?
By the specs, the Melio is 4 lb lighter, and the Ultra S2 lists for $25 less. See the Melio and Ultra S2 side by side.
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Where these specs come from
- naturebabyoutfitter.com/products/cybex-melio-carbon-3-stroller
- mios.cybex-online.com/en-us/strollers/meliocarboneu/more-info/172
- cybex-online.com/en/us/p/st-go-melio-carbon-3.html
- strolleria.com/products/cybex-melio
Last checked 2026-11-06. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.