Graco MetroLite Standard Stroller - Rittenhouse
4.54 (13 reviews)
A lightweight, luxury stroller is no myth. The Graco MetroLite LX is a light stroller that's heavy on features.At less than 18 pounds, the MetroLite is one of the lightest strollers on the market with a sturdy aluminum frame. At the size, packing and unpacking is a snap, especailly with the one-hand fold. A lower and load storage basket allows space for all those baby necessities.Unlike most li...
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Product Description
A lightweight, luxury stroller is no myth. The Graco MetroLite LX is a light stroller that's heavy on features.At less than 18 pounds, the MetroLite is one of the lightest strollers on the market with a sturdy aluminum frame. At the size, packing and unpacking is a snap, especailly with the one-hand fold. A lower and load storage basket allows space for all those baby necessities.Unlike most lightweight strollers, Graco's LX has a deluxe padded seat, removable head support, and 3-position recline for your little one's comfort. A sun canopy with top and rear windows keep them safe from the elements.
Product Specification Chart
Other Features
Handle Features
Adjustable Handle Height
Convenience Features
Washable, Canopy Window, One Hand Fold, Optional Car Seat, Lockable Swivel Wheels
Storage Features
Lower Storage Basket, Cup Holder, Front/Child Tray, Parent Organizer Tray
Safety Features
Wheel Suspension
Key Features
Max Weight Capacity
40 lb.
Recline Features
Reclining Back (3 Positions)
Weight
Medium (17 - 26 lbs.)
Miscellaneous
Family Line
Graco MetroLite
Product Reviews
Solid stroller at a low price
from
reginaldperrin on
Sunday, November 01, 2009
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Nice looking True rubber wheels Happy with Graco strollers in the past
Cons:
Frame has too much plastic, more aluminum would be better Color is not gender neutral
Bottom Line: Less expensive than it looks with many nice features
Review: We are car-free people in a metro city. Any stroller is used heavily by us. For four yea...
Super-stroller to the rescue
from
driveinmom on
Thursday, April 09, 2009
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Moves and stores like a dream.
Cons:
Big, somewhat expensive.
Bottom Line: I'm happy I spent a little extra money and got a stroller I love using.
Review: I have been using this stroller for about a year. I purchased it at Walmart at approximately $165, w...
Great stroller almost impossible to clean
from
srwarner117 on
Thursday, October 16, 2008
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Easy to manuver, cup holders, comfortable for child, folds with one hand.
Cons:
hard to wash, basket unaccessible when child is reclined, is not that compact
Review: I love almost everything about this stroller. It is extremely easy to steer, my baby seems very comf...
good integrated stroller + starter car seat set!
from
twyatt2 on
Saturday, July 12, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
gives you what you need - car seat + stroller, light weight and compact
Cons:
could use a larger storage area.
Bottom Line: nicely designed, well-made car seat stroller combo. Will serve us for years to come!
Review: This is a great stroller - car seat system. We did a lot of research before registering for this at...
Good Stroller for the price
from
sandy84 on
Monday, June 23, 2008
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Recline feature, parent tray, window in the shade, spacious
Cons:
Basket is inaccessible with infant car seat, difficult to manuevre if your child sits up
Bottom Line: Would recommend, but Graco needs to improve basket access, smooth ride !
Review: I am a fan of graco products and this stroller is no different in my opinion. It is a standard strol...
Overall Great Stroller
from
smstitely on
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Weight, Compact Folded Size, Adjustable Handle
Cons:
Difficult basket, Shallow cup holders
Bottom Line: Love the stroller and am glad that I registered for this one.
Review: I registered for this stroller when I was expecting my first child. I also got the matching car seat...
Lighter than the standard ones but not easy accessible storage
from
vanwinkkn on
Monday, March 10, 2008
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Lighter than standard strollers, easy to maneuver
Cons:
Storage is not easily accessible when reclined
Bottom Line: Given the price and its cons; I would not recommend this product anymore, when there are better models available at this time.
Review: I bought this stroller for my son when he was born for its lighter weight (18.9 lbs). It has all the...
Very Lightweight
from
c_upchurch on
Thursday, March 06, 2008
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Easy to maneuver. Lightweight. Easy to fold and put in car.
Cons:
Brakes aren't perfect...but work.
Bottom Line: I would recommend this stroller. I think that it is a good value and very durable.
Review: I received this stroller after registering for it for my baby shower. After 6 months of use, I have...
Standard good quality
from
jadenrilei on
Sunday, January 27, 2008
3.0 / 5.0
Cons:
Sliding wheels on slick surfaces
Bottom Line: If you are looking for a good affordable stroller this one would be great.
Review: I liked this stroller when I first bought it, but later on when we took a trip Washington DC I notic...
Graco MetroLite DeLancy is awesome
from
the_blake on
Saturday, January 19, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Very lightweight, easy to handle, easy to fold up.
Cons:
Could use a storage compartment on top for keys, binky's, etc.
Bottom Line: It had been several years since our last child and I had forgotten how important the weight of the stroller is - this was is really light!
Review: You can't overemphasize how imporant weight is. A heavy stroller is just a beating! This stroller is...
Love love love this stroller
from
mommyto5cuties on
Thursday, January 03, 2008
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
light weight,durable,five point harness,safe,easy fold,
Bottom Line: I would recommend this stroller to anyone looking for a reasonably priced ,good quality stroller It as great product
Review: I bought this product for my special needs daughter ,I was looking for a comfortable light weight st...
great light weight stroller
from
momof3boyz on
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
light weight, reliable, and comfortable
Cons:
doesn't fit just any infant carrier
Bottom Line: i would recommend this stroller to anyone that is looking for a reliable light weight stroller
Review: I was given this stroller by a friend that no longer needed it. It was one of the best strollers I e...
Metro lite... car seat too.
from
dancglady on
Monday, December 10, 2007
3.0 / 5.0
Cons:
Storage not big enough Car seat woes
Bottom Line: The stroller is a great buy, the car seat instalation was a pain!
Review: My husband and I registered for the Graco Metrolite travel system and received it as a present at ou...
A great lightweight stroller with full-size features
from
kmeb1997 on
Sunday, December 09, 2007
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Light, neutral color palette
Cons:
Manual latch, smaller cup holders
Bottom Line: We love this stroller because of its light weight and feel it has all the features of bigger strollers - adjustable handles, big basket, cup holders, child's tray.
Review: We bought this stroller when our daughter was around 6 months old and sitting up well. I chose the M...
Three years and still loving it!!!!
from
karrierock on
Thursday, October 11, 2007
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Lightweight, durable, drop down basket, handles very well, great with infant to toddler.
Cons:
Haven't found one yet in 3 years!
Bottom Line: I highly recommend the graco metrolite stroller with drop down basket! We wish they had a double version on this one!
Review: We purchased this stroller with the matching carseat back in 2004 and still love it till this day! N...
BIG stroller
from
kes4210 on
Saturday, April 14, 2007
2.0 / 5.0
Cons:
not easy to use, cumbersome, too big
Bottom Line: I cannot recommend this stroller for everyday use or for the stay-in-the-trunk stroller for occasional use simply because of its size.
Review: This stroller is convenient and inconvenient for exactly the same reason, it is big. The pros -- the...
What's in a name?
from
bectrek on
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
5.0 / 5.0
Bottom Line: Buy this if you want a dependable stroller that is easy to use.
Review: I don't understand the negative reviews on this stroller. I bought mine used & it has lasted through...
Graco Metrolite
from
lqwells on
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Can be used with the graco carseat.
Cons:
Does not reliably fold.
Review: This stroller is great if you plan to use it with an infant carrier. However, once you are past this...
great stroller until it breaks
from
grrlwonder on
Thursday, January 18, 2007
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Lightweight, comfortable, has all the neccessary comforts.
Cons:
Eventually they break and they break badly.
Review: I bought this stroller for my daughter in February 2005. I have loved it since the day I got it. It'...
Faulty buckle design
from
finder29 on
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
1.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Easy to use, nice size
Cons:
Buckle design renders the stroller useless after only 20 months
Review: This stroller has been great until my son turned 20 months. He can now push the button very easily t...
Great for the price
from
yankeebelle on
Thursday, November 16, 2006
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Parent&kid tray, big basket, easy recline, drop front basket
Cons:
A bit bulky, sometimes hard to fold, durability
Bottom Line: Good for the price because it has all the features you wish the expensive strollers offered and yet is durable enough for most uses.
Review: I use this as my errand/mall stroller. It is stored in my trunk and I have no problem lifting it in...
great stroller, could use more shade
from
wallacesmum on
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Comfortable to push, easy to get baby in/out, lots of storage
Cons:
Too little shade, handle bars don't reverse, not for off-road
Review: This is a nice, smooth-rolling stroller with handy features for grown-ups (drink tray, cargo cart, a...
Graco Metrolite Stroller: Better Named "Suburban-Heavy"
from
ursula_b on
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Can snap in Graco infant car seat, decent for rough terrain
Cons:
Bulky and cant easily be tossed into a compact trunk
Bottom Line: Its a decent mid-priced stroller
Review: I chose the Graco Metrolite Stroller because I could use it with my Graco infant car seat and as a r...
Better than the upscale strollers-Light Easy to Fold
from
momwith4kids on
Monday, June 26, 2006
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Light and easy to fold
Review: I was impressed with this stroller. I purchased it simply because the car seat clicked right into it...
Terrific stroller at a great price!
from
kwajkid1 on
Monday, June 12, 2006
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
easy folding, lightweight, large wheels that handle gravel!
Cons:
One wheel locks up occasionally, but it's easy to fix. Basket works fine for us
Review: I have used my stroller with my daughter for four years, and am only getting rid of it now b/c she i...
Good ride for baby; hassle for mom
from
mtharpist on
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
2.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Smooth ride; nice, rubber wheels; comfortable ride for baby
Cons:
Not very durable; parts will break; not worth the price
Bottom Line: Not worth the money.
Review: I purchased this stroller along with a Graco car seat while I was pregnant after conducting a great...
Pretty good
from
vinkadog on
Saturday, June 03, 2006
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Nice big wheels for wonky sidewalks--biggest wheels you'll find short of an all-terrain stroller.
Cons:
Large indoors and when folded. Seat cover difficult to remove. Kinda ugly.
Bottom Line: Sure, I'd buy it again. It's a good option for city dwellers without being a tank.
Review: I live in Washington DC, and our sidewalks are horrible. When I went stroller shopping I planned on...
We'd buy it again!
from
tomandlori1333 on
Monday, May 15, 2006
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
It's lightweight, easy to maneuver, sleek.
Cons:
If only the basket lowered for easy access when the seat-back is reclined.
Bottom Line: If we had it to do over again today, we'd still buy this stroller. It's been great for everything from strolls in the mall to speedwalks in the park.
Review: Before deciding on this stroller, we read lots of reviews and tested several on store aisles. This o...
This Stroller May Be MetroLite, But It's Suburban Friendly
from
jeavinl on
Friday, March 31, 2006
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
lightweight, compact, handles well, easy to close, lots of storage, compatible with SnugRide car seat
Cons:
small unadjustable canopy, semi-difficult to access basket, pulls a little to the right
Bottom Line: This former city girl found a lightweight stroller that handles well in most situations, and looks good, too.
Review: Back when I was pregnant and knew little about babies and even less about childrearing, there was on...
MetroLite Stroller
from
fiuhawg on
Saturday, March 04, 2006
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Folds easily, baby seems comfortable, storage area is adequate
Cons:
Shoulder straps difficult to adjust, handlebar sticks when unfolded
Review: I use this stroller quite a bit. It was purchased for us as a baby gift, but we placed it on our reg...
Good product, but slightly heavy and bulky
from
chuchoi on
Thursday, December 15, 2005
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Good quality, plenty of storage
Cons:
Bulky, hard to maneuver, slightly heavy, folded size is relatively large
Bottom Line: The stroller works fine, and holds a lot of stuff, but it is on the large side and hard to maneuver.
Review: Summary We got a Graco Metrolite LE Stroller (Colby print) as a gift about a year ago from Amazon. O...
One dangerous feature; GRACO REPLACED DEFECTIVE STROLLER
from
wnderlnd on
Thursday, September 01, 2005
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
many features, huge storage basket, swinging arm tray, padded adjustable handle
Cons:
bar to lower seat exposed and close to hitting baby's head: RESOLVED. Bulky
Bottom Line: Since Graco happily replaced our defective stroller, my opinion has increased from 2 to 4 stars. I haven't found the ULTIMATE 5-star stroller yet.
Review: We have been using this stroller for our daughter who is almost 6 months since she was born. We purc...
Baby Approved Stroller
from
manofstone on
Friday, June 03, 2005
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Lots of features for the money. Car seat snaps in.
Cons:
A little heavy. Poor assembly manual. 1 or 2 flimsy looking parts.
Bottom Line: Recommended. Lots of features - decent price. Seems like good quality, and you can snap the Graco SnugRide infant car seat in very easily!
Review: I have been using the Graco LE MetroLite Stroller for almost 2 weeks now, and have been pretty pleas...
Love this...
from
buddy17603 on
Sunday, May 29, 2005
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Light weight, easy to fold, easy to handle, durable
Cons:
Hard to reach the basket underneath
Review: I've had this stroller since 2001' with my first child we are on our second now in 2005' and it stil...
Good quality stroller
from
luvmybabyk on
Wednesday, May 25, 2005
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Very cute fabric pattern, easy to use, easy to access basket, light-weight, affordable
Cons:
Harness straps are awkward
Review: I'll have to admit the looks originally drew me to this stroller. The toile/gingham pattern is adora...
versatile moderately priced stroller
from
joyfulgirl91 on
Sunday, May 15, 2005
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Versatile, compact, lightweight, and comfortable for baby
Cons:
the label conscious among us will soon yearn for more
Bottom Line: Buy it if you only want to buy one stroller, are interested in a travel system, and don't want to spend money for a fancier brand.
Review: I registered for this stroller when I was pregnant and I have been using it for six months now with...
LOVE this stroller
from
joshsparents on
Sunday, April 24, 2005
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
lightweight, sturdy, attractive
Cons:
basket is hard to get in while seat is reclined
Bottom Line: Excellent investment. It holds up well, goes anywhere and is comfy for child.
Review: This stroller was everything I wanted in a single stroller. It was recommended by a friend who has i...
Fed up with this stroller
from
circusshana on
Tuesday, April 05, 2005
1.0 / 5.0
Cons:
undependable (parts breaking!), storage inaccessible, collapsing mechanism dodgy
Review: I'm finally throwing out this stroller after 2 years of frustrations with it. Storage is impossible...
Good if you don't mind the wheels falling off
from
lvlaar93 on
Thursday, February 17, 2005
2.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Light-weight, affordable, compatible with infant seat
Cons:
Wheels fall off! Can't get into basket
Bottom Line: Would not recommend for city-life because the wheels fall off!
Review: My experience with this stroller is was okay...not great, just okay. I bought this stroller because...
Graco MetroLite Stroller
from
mpt88 on
Thursday, February 03, 2005
2.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Easy to maneuver, fold, good price.
Cons:
Cheap construction, not built to last.
Bottom Line: I would not buy this stroller - you get what you pay for. Invest in a better model which will last.
Review: Purchased this stroller so we could use it with our Graco Snugride Carseat. This is our third child...
It needs a 5 point harness
from
simonsmommy on
Monday, December 06, 2004
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Great price, cleans well, lightweight
Review: I didn't realize what a difference a 5 point harness would make. My son was trying to sit up in this...
Graco Metrolite LE: A great stroller for the price - lots of great features
from
modernmarvel on
Saturday, December 04, 2004
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Lots of great features: big basket, cup holder, 5 point harness
Cons:
Plastic tires may not stand up to New England winters
Bottom Line: This stroller is well-designed and a good value for the price.
Review: I am on my third child and have had or used many, many strollers. I currently have a M aclauren T...
Not Made To Last
from
lspadley on
Sunday, November 07, 2004
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Very light. Stylish. Big canopy. Relatively inexpensive.
Cons:
Poor quality. Difficult to access basket when seat reclined.
Bottom Line: Even though I gave it poor ratings, I would recommend buying it so long as you know it will not last because it is so reasonably priced.
Review: I bought this stroller in 2002 and it was a wonderful stroller to use at first. Then, after about 6...
A nice stroller :)
from
bikruca on
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
4.0 / 5.0
Cons:
can't access the basket when the car seat is in, no window on canopy,
Bottom Line: A great all around stroller, with a few 'quirks'.
Review: Well let me start this by saying this is the first and only stroller I have owned. I liked it in the...
Innovative design, needs to be sturdier
from
ewers on
Wednesday, June 16, 2004
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Great stroller, lots of nice features, works well with Snugride car seat.
Cons:
Had problems with folding mechanism locking up.
Bottom Line: Most people would be very happy with this stroller. It has good features at a reasonable price, and works with the Snugride as a travel system.
Review: My requirements for a stroller were that it should work with a car seat, have a cup holder for me an...
broke after a year or two of light use
from
leahhava1 on
Monday, June 14, 2004
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
cup holders, large storage basket, lightweight, one hand fold.
Cons:
not made to last, basket hard to reach when seat is reclined
Review: I really liked the stroller but after a year or two of light use it became very difficult to open an...
Is there such a thing as the "perfect stroller"?
from
jamson8 on
Wednesday, May 12, 2004
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Economical, Improved rubber tires,basket, and recline mechanism. Easy assembly and use.
Cons:
Questionable locking mechanism, no reversible handle, weight, less solidly constructed as pricier models.
Bottom Line: Great product for a great price. Has many of the features of a full size stroller with the benefits of a lightweight stroller.
Review: While researching strollers for our now 3.5 week old baby, I looked far and wide for what I was hopi...
I Adore This Stroller!
from
jhawley on
Tuesday, April 27, 2004
5.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Incredibly light. Fabulously maneuverable. Easy to fold. Easy to drop seat.
Cons:
Basket is inaccessible when infant seat is snapped in.
Bottom Line: This stroller is great. It has the same features as the big ones with the ease of a small one. This is the stroller that should be on everyone's registry.
Review: When we were stroller shopping we looked at all of the Gracos (we wanted one that went with the snug...
OK but needs improvement
from
daisy_girl on
Thursday, April 01, 2004
3.0 / 5.0
Pros:
lightweight, adjustable handle, handles great, neat recline mechanism
Cons:
can't reach basket when reclined, hard to fold one-handed
Bottom Line: If you specifically want a lightweight stroller that doesn't take a whole lot of space, this is a decent choice.
Review: In shopping for a stroller, we were primarily looking for one that is lightweight and one that would...
Choose color carefully
from
toddlermama on
Thursday, October 30, 2003
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
Sturdy. Top-notch padding. Very comfortable with a great toddler snack tray. A great value.
Cons:
Black color (Glen Plaid) fades too much. Steering requires two hands.
Bottom Line: A great value that is exceedingly comfortable for its passenger. If you buy it, do not buy the Glen Plaid (black) color because it will fade.
Review: I have owned this stroller almost since its introduction (around two years). It has held up exceedin...
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