Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Stroller Comparison

Silver Cross Reef 2 Stroller
UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Stroller
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Price
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Weight and Specifications
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Features
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Bassinets
How to fold the Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Fabrics and Materials
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Car Seat Compatibility
Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Pros and Cons
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From the city to the suburbs to the strand, your everyday stroller should be ready for anything.

UPPAbaby, an American company known for their innovations and stylish design, and Silver Cross, the British company known for crafting the “Rolls-Royce of prams”, both offer parents a sleek stroller solution to everyday needs.

Given a huge upgrade in 2025, the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 stroller is versatile, newborn ready, and packed with helpful features.

Launched in 2022, the Silver Cross Reef is a sustainably-made yet luxurious multi-terrain stroller designed with beauty and practicality in mind. In 2024, the Reef 2 was released with some great updates including a softer four-wheel suspension, sculpted comfier seat, easier fold, and a full coverage canopy that includes a sun sail protection!

Both the Cruz V3 and Reef 2 offer similar design features, like a reversible seat, bassinet and car seat capabilities, large and durable tires, and lots of storage space, but differ in price, size and materials used.

Let’s compare the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 and Silver Cross Reef 2 in more detail!

Silver Cross Reef 2 Stroller

Launched originally in summer 2022 as the Silver Cross Reef, the Silver Cross Reef 2 is one of Silver Cross’s newest strollers in the U.S. – the Reef is an all-terrain premium single stroller that can be used from birth!

It’s the ultimate multi-terrain, 5-in-1 system: suburban and stylish, yet sustainably made. Enhanced suspension keeps you strolling smoothly, while a host of features that let parents adjust the stroller with just one hand make multi-tasking look oh-so stylish.

UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Stroller

Updated in Fall 2025, the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is UPPAbaby’s full-featured single stroller designed for parents who want premium functionality in a more compact form than the convertible UPPAbaby Vista V2.

Learn more about the Cruz V3 and how it compares to the previous Cruz V2 in the video below:

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Price

Though both strollers are built to a high standard of quality, there is a notable difference in price as the Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. the UPPAbaby Cruz V3. For current pricing, please see product pages:

Since both strollers come with virtually the same included items right out of the box – frame, toddler seat, and two weather-shielding accessories, we’ll explore more about what details affect this difference in pricing in the section about Features

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Weight and Specifications

Both strollers are considered somewhat lightweight, each weighing under 30 pounds. The Silver Cross Reef is about one pound heavier than the UPPAbaby Cruz, due to its more robust seat design and Genius harness system. In return, it offers a slightly higher weight capacity of 55 pounds—among the highest in its class.

However, when in use and when folded the Reef has a smaller footprint including a shorter chassis and a fold that’s around 35% more compact.

Stroller Weight

Silver Cross Reef 2: 27.5 pounds
UPPAbaby Cruz V3: 26.5 pounds

Weight Capacity

Silver Cross Reef 2: 55 pounds
UPPAbaby Cruz V3: 50 pounds

Dimensions

Silver Cross Reef 2: 33″L x 24″W x 39-44″H
UPPAbaby Cruz V3:
37.5”L x 22.5”W x 41.8”H

Folded Dimensions

Silver Cross Reef 2: 28″L x 24″W x 12″H
UPPAbaby Cruz V3:
17”L x 22.5”W x 32.4”H

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Features

Both strollers are built to function as efficient, comfortable strollers packed with features that make everyday outings a little nicer. Shared features include large, all-terrain tires, accessible storage baskets, telescoping handlebars for parents of different heights, and reversible toddler seats that are removable to attach an infant car seat or bassinet for those first months.

We’ll explore the features of each stroller component – from the basket to the seat to the canopy – in this section to see what differentiates the
Silver Cross Reef 2 from the
UPPAbaby Cruz V3.

Stroller Seat Features

Since the toddler seat is where your child will spend most of their time, it’s important to choose a stroller that offers comfort, adaptability, and support from day one. With the latest updates, the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 and Silver Cross Reef 2 are more similar than ever when it comes to seat design and functionality.

Both feature full recline positions suitable from birth, adjustable leg rests, and magnetic buckle systems that make securing your child quick and easy. Each seat also includes a dedicated newborn mode — the Cruz V3 comes with a newborn insert and integrated foot barrier for carriage-style use, while the Reef 2 includes a sculpted seat with plush cushioning and a newborn apron for extra comfort.

Overall, both seats provide excellent versatility and long-term comfort, offering parents the convenience of a stroller that’s ready for newborns without needing a separate bassinet.

Seat features shared by
Reef 2 and
Cruz V3:

Lie-flat, newborn ready with newborn apron/carriage mode
Reversible to face forward or face parent
Multiple recline positions adjustable with one hand
Adjustable calf support angles
Magnetic harness buckles
Included, swing-out bumper bar
No-rethread harness
Zip out canopy extension

Seat features unique to the
Reef 2:

Genius harness system raises and lowers harness in one motion with one hand at the back of the seat
Memory buttons for reversing seat to allow one-handed removal
Additional seat and harness padding with built-in head support
Flip-out eyeshade further extends canopy
Included sun sail attaches to provide more coverage when parent-facing
Built-in, padded carry handle on underside of seat when folded
Sustainable, recycled outer fabrics

Seat features unique to the
Cruz V3:

Comes with an infant insert
Optimized infant-to-toddler tapered harness
Integrated sun shield in canopy for extra sunny days
Adjustable-height canopy
Longer calf support with integrated footrest

Stroller Frame Features

The frame is the foundation to your stroller – it’s where most of the suspension is found that shields your child from bumps and makes the stroller easy to push, and needs to be both sturdy and light so your stroller can withstand the demands of everyday use for years to come. UPPAbaby and Silver Cross have built their strollers with the highest quality materials and engineering.

Frame features shared by
Reef 2 and
Cruz V3:

Lightweight aluminum frame
One-handed telescoping handlebar to multiple height settings
Four-wheel suspension
Stands upright when folded
Easy to access storage basket

Frame features unique to the
Reef 2:

Tone-on-tone matte and gloss details coordinate with stroller fabrics
Centered, one-touch foot brake
Vegan leather handlebar
One-handed fold keeps your other hand free

Frame features unique to the Cruz V3:

Oversized storage basket holds up to 30 pounds
Organizing pockets built into basket for drinks, weather covers, and more
Separate, color-coded foot brakes for locking (red) and unlocking (green)
Genuine leather handlebar

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Bassinets

Packaged and sold separately, both the Silver Cross Reef 2 First Bed Bassinet and the UPPAbaby Bassinet (which fits the Vista, Cruz, and Ridge strollers) are overnight sleep approved. Ideal for parents who travel often or live in walkable cities, these bassinets add a lay flat space that gives a newborn proper positioning for their developing head and neck. However, both the Cruz V3 and Reef 2’s regular seat can be used with newborns as the seat lies completely flat!

When using the Reef or Cruz bassinets in-home, consider adding the corresponding bassinet stand so it is easy to reach and interact with baby while they’re in their bassinet. Both the UPPAbaby and Silver Cross bassinet stands are sold separately.

UPPAbaby makes a wooden x-frame bassinet stand that comes with a choice of three neutral colors to coordinate with your home. The stand is foldable for storage, though it is not compact enough to transport easily with the bassinet, and it features a flat shelf at the bottom for storing nursery necessities. Plus, when the bassinet is no longer needed, the stand can convert to a hamper with the addition of two fabric hamper inserts that help extend the lifespan of this purchase.

Silver Cross makes a stand for the Reef bassinet designed with a lightweight, foldable A-frame design that can stow away compactly for storage or travel. Designed with a sleek black frame and fabrics, the Silver Cross Reef bassinet stand complements any color of the Reef bassinet. A soft fabric basket underneath is helpful for storage of items you’ll need close at hand. The Reef bassinet is foldable for travel as well.

How to fold the Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3

Thanks to their compact frames, both the Reef 2 and Cruz V3 fold to sizes small enough to fit in the trunk of most vehicles or store out-of-site in a coat closet or entry way. Folding in few steps and designed to stand upright once folded, the Reef 2 and Cruz V3 help you set up and pack up quickly.

While the Silver Cross Reef 2 can be folded with the toddler seat facing either direction, the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 can only fold with the toddler seat facing forward. Additionally, the Reef 2 can be folded with just one hand, whereas two hands are required to fold the Cruz frame.

How to fold the Silver Cross Reef 2

To fold the
Silver Cross Reef 2, you’ll need to fold the seat in half, then fold up the frame. First, raise the seat recline up to a 90-degree angle, then push down on the glossy button at the top so you can fold the seat over on itself. Next, lower the handlebar, press the centered safety tab to the right and lower the handlebar toward your feet until it locks at the side.

It’s easy to lift the Reef 2 once folded thanks to its padded carry handle integrated into the underside of the seat, and it also stands upright when folded. Because the Reef 2 balances on all four wheels when it is folded, the handlebar will stay clean and avoid scratching because it does not rest on the ground.

To unfold, push the locking tab inwards and lift up on the frame, then raise the stroller seat.

How to fold the UPPAbaby Cruz V3

To fold the
UPPAbaby Cruz V3 first lock the brake to stabilize the rear wheels and make sure the seat is facing forward (or has been removed from the frame if not). Fold the belly bar down, lower the handlebar to its shortest setting, then lift up on the grey tabs at the right and lefthand sides of the handlebar and lower it toward your feet. To make it the most compact, lower the foot rest.

The Cruz V3 automatically locks when folded and stands upright, resting on the two rear wheels and two small rubber bumpers in the middle of the handlebar.

Hinge the lock inwards and lift the handlebar up to open the stroller.

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Fabrics and Materials

Silver Cross joins other planet-conscious brands like Bumbleride and Joolz by utilizing sustainable fabrics – and vegan leather – on the
Silver Cross Reef 2 stroller.

Premium outer fabrics on the Reef 2 stroller are made exclusively with yarn woven from 35 recycled plastic bottles to reduce waste and create fabrics that are durable and weather resistant. Vegan leather detailing on the canopy, handlebar, and bumper bar adds a contemporary look, in colors that coordinate with whichever stroller fashion you select.

For current colors of the Silver Cross Reef 2, click here !

UPPAbaby uses durable, soft, and easy-to-clean polyester blend fabrics for the Cruz V3 stroller seat, canopy, and basket, plus genuine, full-grain leather handlebars and bumper bars with an elegant perforated pattern.

There are three frame colors: a silver aluminum, a carbon matte black, and a graphite. All frames are scratch-resistant and easy to care for, plus varying leather colors depending on which fashion you select.

With color selections updated often, click here for current colors of the UPPAbaby Cruz V3!

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Car Seat Compatibility

Both the Cruz V3 and Reef 2 frames can accommodate an infant car seat to create your own travel system.

While UPPAbaby offers more than one infant car seat model that’s compatible with the Cruz without purchase of adapters, Silver Cross does not make an infant car seat in the United States. To attach any of the compatible infant car seats to the Reef 2, and to attach an infant car seat that is not made by UPPAbaby to the Cruz, adapters must be purchased separately.

The UPPAbaby Mesa and Aria models fit the Cruz V3 without adapters. In addition to UPPAbaby infant car seats, there are several other popular car seat models from other brands that fit the Cruz V3 with purchase of adapters.

Car Seats Compatible with UPPAbaby Cruz V3

With purchase of car seat adapters, turn your Silver Cross Reef 2 stroller frame into a travel system with purchase of one of the infant car seats listed below.

Car Seats Compatible with Silver Cross Reef 2

Silver Cross Reef 2 vs. UPPAbaby Cruz V3 Pros and Cons

So which stroller is better: the Silver Cross Reef 2 or the
UPPAbaby Cruz V3? Let’s highlight the benefits and drawbacks of each.