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Reviews
Versatility and comfort on the go!
"This is an attractive looking travel system that truly provides the most versatility and easy of use. The stroller is roomy and completely covered with the canopy to keep my little guy safe from the sun on our afternoon walks. The stroller seat easily folds into the stroller base so no fumbling around with multiple parts while in busy parking lots. The infant car seat with SensorySoothe makes getting into the car seat a much more enjoyable experience with less struggle and tears. We are constantly changing between stroller attachment mode and the infant car seat mode and I love that it is so easy to interchange the two without any adaptors needed. As parents on the go, we have loved using the Monarch Travel System to ensure both the safety and comfort of our child. I received this item as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel."
— Sara (5/5)
A Great Choice for Growing babies
"I was given this travel system to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. So far, I really like the Monarch Travel System, and my baby likes it too. I love the overall look and how nice it feels. The stroller seat is roomy, and I really like that it can grow with my baby. One of my favorite features is the light effect on the infant car seat. It’s such a cool feature, and my baby seems to enjoy it. I also love the stroller handle and how easy it is to switch between the infant car seat and the toddler seat on the stroller. It makes things so much easier when we’re out. I’ve actually started using the stroller on my daily runs, and it has been working really well for us. It’s easy to use and feels comfortable to push. Overall, I’m really happy with it. I feel like we’re going to get a lot of use out of this travel system as my baby grows, so I definitely think it’s worth the money."
— TayoT (5/5)
Stroller was Average
"I tested the stroller and car seat multiple occasions. The stroller looks very high end and sturdy. However, the stroller weight balance was off. The front wheels were rickety. It reminded me of when you pick up a grocery store cart and the wheels are loud and rickety and shaking, but still operable. I didn’t feel like it was safe. I double checked the assembly to make sure it was put in correctly and it was. I enjoyed the tray table as it felt spacious. The side cup holder is a nice feature. It held a coffee cup and my son’s bottle. I liked the black color as it matches everything. The car seat and stroller material seem a bit cheap. My son really loved the car seat lights and sounds! He was staring at the car seat lights. I really loved this feature as I haven’t seen it before. It was a pleasant surprise! I enjoyed testing the product. For the price, I would recommend to someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money. I received the product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel!"
— Danielle (3/5)
Sleek and Fuctional!
"I received my Monarch Travel System from Stellar Product Testing Panel on my porch. The box it self was very heavy and had to have my husband help bring it in Unboxing and assembly was actually quite easy and I didn’t personally have read the instructions to put everything together. Installation of the car set base was made relatively easy by the pictured instructions. The built in array of music and lights did help keep my little one at ease, though a volume control would have been nice. The latch design for folding and unfolding the stroller paired with the light weight, makes this stroller easy travel with. The large canopy and spacious stroller seat made it a comfortable stroll in the park even on a hot day. I would like if the carrier canopy had a window like the stroller does. The rubber wheels along with the suspension made it very smooth overall, though the front wheels seemed to wobble some at times. The 6 variety of modes allows me to travel with my baby and walk or stay in my neighborhood and go for a stroll in the bassinet. The sleek and smooth finish and functionality make it an overall appealing stroller."
— aecollum (5/5)
New technology and so versatile!
"This travel system really wowed me! I’ve owned many different strollers and car seats over the years and having six children myself we’ve been through tons! When I first opened the box for the monarch travel system right away I noticed how nice the fabrics are. I knew my baby and toddler would be extremely comfortable and I wouldn’t have to worry about them being itchy or hot. This new technology that’s integrated into the car seat handle is absolutely the best thing to have for a baby who really doesn’t like the car very much. The lights and sounds immediately soothe her in the car and she really is in awe of the lights. Switching from car seat to stroller seat is so seamless, and I can’t even thank evenflow enough for not needing extra adapters to put the toddler seat on! Being a busy mom of six it really takes the stress out of having to remember so many extra parts. And also the cup holder and snack trey being included is just amazing. This travel system comes at such an awesome price for the quality and accessories, this is a need for your family. Thank you to the stellar panel for providing me with the evenflo monarch travel system in exchange for my honest review."
— Kelsi (5/5)
Super Convenient
"I have 3 kids and have had a lot of strollers over the years. This is by far one of the most convenient systems I have used. The way it can fold up parent OR forward facing is unlike any stroller I have encountered. There’s never any rearranging in the car so that you can get it to fit because everything folds up so flat. I also love that it folds up inwards to keep the seat clean. The way the seat converts right into a bassinet is another major convenience. The swivel feature on the clips make it so the car seat and clip in with out any additional attachments. The snack tray is INCLUDED and great. The quality of the material is very nice. Super easy to install car seat. The sensory sooth glowing handle bar was something my baby loved. And the built in noise machine. My only complaint is I wish that the sensory soothe was also included on the stroller seat itself. My baby likes to nap on a flat surface like the bassinet as opposed to in the car seat so she would have loved this feature if it was inside the canopy. The stroller was also large enough and sturdy enough for my 4 year old 100th percentiler. He kept saying this is a great stroller mama when we took it out. 10/10 would recommend. This product was received through Stellar Product Testing."
— Nicole (5/5)
Making every outing easier
"I have been using this travel system with my son, and it has honestly made getting out of the house so much easier. One of my favorite features is the sensory soothe technology in the car seat. My son used to cry during most car rides, but now he seems much calmer and more comfortable, which makes a huge difference for both of us. I also love how versatile the system is. Before, I had to carry the infant car seat into doctor appointments or church, but now I can simply click the car seat onto the stroller frame and go. It saves so much time and effort. What excites me even more is knowing that this travel system will continue to grow with him. When he reaches the toddler stage, I can easily switch to the toddler seat and use it as a forward facing stroller so he can look around, stay engaged, and enjoy our outings. If he gets tired, the same stroller can quickly convert into a lay flat carriage mode where he can relax and nap comfortably. Thinking ahead to trips to Zoos, Seaworld, and other theme parks, I can already see how convenient this system will be for our family. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this travel system. It truly feels like a long term investment that makes every stage of parenting a little easier."
— Hong (5/5)
Love it!
"We received the evenflo monarch travel system through the Stellar Product Testing Panel and have REALLY enjoyed it so far! We have 2 evenflo litemax NTX car seats and bases for the twins but not the monarch system! This stroller is awesome! I love How the seat for the toddler is long enough for my 3 year old to sit on comfortably. Our double stroller with kind of the same seat is pretty short for her. She also LOVES the cupholder and tray. It’s smooth to roll on most landscapes with these huge wheels. Haven’t taken it on big rocks yet. The undercarriage is big and easy to get to. I’ve had a couple strollers that it’s hard to get to the stuff underneath it; not with this one. I wish I would have had this system for the twins when they were babies because the ease of hooking the car seat to the stroller would have been extremely nice. Carrying 2 car seats in a heavy industrial door at daycare is TOUGH. The stroller, even if I had To carry one and push the other it would have helped probably. The seats we do have ALSO hook up the this stroller, so that’s super cool. The car seat is comfortable for my twins and the safety lock on the front that connects to the app is so convenient. Even though I don't Leave my kids in the car, it’s nice to know that if something Crazy happens and I do happen to leave them in there, the app will tell me, loudly. The sensorysoothe sound machine on the handle with the light has been a lifesaver pretty much every time they get in the car. And has impressed lots of people, especially the people I work With at the hospital. Being able to turn the lights or sound machines on/off with my phone has been so nice. One big difference I’ve noticed is the ones that we have has a mechanical adjustable head piece for when baby get bigger. This one is adjustable with only velcro; not as convenient. Another difference is, ours has another cushion between the head piece and the bottom cushion; the one we are testing, does not. My twins needed that middle cushion to be more secure in the seat because they were so little. If I had this car seat with the twins being only 5 pounds in the very beginning when we left the hospital, I would have probably had to purchase an infant insert to help them be more secure, even with the box saying it holds as small as 3lbs. I can’t say for certain because they’re now 13 & 18 pounds but that’s my assumption. BUT it appears to be a little smaller than the ones we have so maybe you don’t need it. I’m not 100% sure! The car seat base was super easy to install. I’ve had to move it to several different vehicles and every time with just a little adjustment to the different latches on the vehicles it snaps in safely and quick."
— Evenflo S. (5/5)
Beautiful Travel System
"I was given this travel system to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel and I am overall very happy with it. In terms of overall impression, the Monarch Travel System has a beautiful, high end look. The design is very sleek, and the features are clearly premium quality. There are multiple features I love about this system that make it stand out against other similar systems: 1) The stroller can be placed in bassinet mode which is a fantastic feature for anyone with a newborn or young infant 2) The sensory smooth technology in the car seat is amazing and plays songs, white noise, and has lights that keep your baby entertained 3) The canopy on the stroller has great coverage 4) You can easily switch the latches on the stroller up for the car seat attachment and down for the bassinet attachment, where other models you have to add an adapter. My baby loved riding in both the bassinet mode on the stroller and in the car seat, and definitely enjoyed the technology features on the car seat. These have helped soothe and entertain her while in the seat. Overall, this travel system can easily be converted into different modes using both the bassinet/toddler seat and the car seat, and makes trips easy using both modes."
— Makenzie (5/5)
Great all-in-one option
"This is a great travel system with flexibility from birth through toddlerhood. The car seat is super easy to install, spacious with lots of room for baby to grow, and had built in sound and light options that we love using to soothe baby. The color and sound options have sleep soothing sounds as well as birds chirping, so it's easy to distract and calm baby when they're awake too. It is surprisingly light and easy to carry given the extra features. It also has plastic covering on the metal buckle prongs to prevent them from getting hot and hurting baby - this was such a thoughtful feature! The stroller looks beautiful, has a comfortable handle and is easy to push. Switching between car seat and stroller seat modes is super easy with a single button and turn on each side. I was so happy to see it didn't require separate adapters, which are easy to misplace. The standing fold is perfect whether it's being used at home, in the car, or on the go. The handlebar is a perfect height for tall people, but also easily used by my shorter friends. The wheels were durable enough to handle going over grass and rocky terrain without needing to slow down. My favorite thing about this stroller is the ability to change between carriage mode and a normal stroller seat. When in carriage mode, the seat is comfy and secure with straps for baby, longer than a standard bassinet, and has great air flow from the mesh sides. It's easy to switch to the standard seat mode when baby outgrows carriage mode. My 44-inch tall 5yo can sit in the seat comfortably, with his head pushing slightly on the canopy. I am really excited about the longevity of this stroller, as I know it will be used for years to come. There are a few things I think could be improved with this travel system to make it perfect: 1-A longer canopy. The canopy can be adjusted to provide shade from multiple angles, but it would be helpful to have just a little more length, especially when baby is so little. 2-Shorter strap options for tiny babies would be helpful. In the photos my baby is about 14 lbs and 25 inches, and I still had to tighten it quite far to keep her secure. 3-While the car seat is easy to install, I am concerned about how upright it is for small babies. My baby's head fell forward several times, which would be very concerning for babies under 4 months when they need extra care to protect their airway. Overall, this is a beautiful option from birth through toddlerhood, and I know we'll use it for many years. Thank you to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this travel system in exchange for my honest review."
— Steph F. (4/5)
