Last Updated: October 26, 2026
Quick Answer: Nuna TRIV lx vs. TRIV next
- The TRIV lx has a near-flat recline and a calf support that raises to turn the seat into a newborn carriage position, so a baby can ride in the stroller seat from birth.
- For the TRIV next, Nuna recommends using a PIPA series infant car seat until about 6 months, then moving to the stroller seat.
- The TRIV lx also adds large never-flat tires, a carbon fiber reinforced aluminum frame and a 22 lb basket with a tracking device pocket.
- Both work up to 50 lbs, connect to every PIPA series car seat with a folding ring adapter, fold with one hand and stand on their own.
- The TRIV lx is sold on its own or as a travel system with the PIPA rx.
The Nuna TRIV next is one of the most popular city strollers we carry: light, compact and quick to turn into a travel system. The TRIV lx keeps that same idea and builds on it, with a seat that works for newborns, bigger never-flat tires and a larger basket. When the TRIV lx first launched it was only sold with a car seat. Today you can buy it on its own, which makes the choice between the two much simpler.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Nuna TRIV lx | Nuna TRIV next |
|---|---|---|
| Child range | Birth to 50 lbs | Up to 50 lbs |
| Newborn use | Newborn carriage position in the stroller seat | With a PIPA series car seat until about 6 months, per Nuna |
| Recline | Near-flat, one-hand, 3 positions | Not listed on the current product page |
| Weight | 21.1 lbs with canopy, inserts and armbar | 18.4 lbs without canopy, insert and armbar (about 2.6 lbs more with them) |
| Wheels and suspension | Large never-flat tires, all-wheel suspension | Large rear wheels, swivel-lock front wheels, all-wheel suspension |
| Frame | Carbon fiber reinforced aluminum | Not listed on the current product page |
| Basket | Up to 22 lbs, with a tracking device pocket | Capacity not listed on the current product page |
| Folded size | Not listed on the current product page | 24 x 22.5 x 15 in, self-standing |
| Car seats and bassinet | All PIPA series car seats and the SWIV and TRIV series bassinet | All PIPA series car seats with the included ring adapter |
| Seat fabric | All-season, converts to mesh | All-season, converts to mesh |
| Buckle | MagneTech secure snap, 3 to 5-point harness | MagneTech secure snap, 5-point harness that converts to 3-point |
The Biggest Difference: Newborn Use
This is the feature most likely to decide it for you. The TRIV lx has a near-flat recline and a calf support that raises to convert the seat into a newborn carriage position. Your baby can ride in the stroller seat itself from the first weeks, and you can still add a PIPA car seat or the SWIV and TRIV series bassinet if you prefer.
The TRIV next works differently. Nuna recommends using it with a PIPA series infant car seat until your baby is about 6 months old, then moving to the stroller seat. That works well if you already planned to buy a PIPA, but it means the stroller seat isn't the newborn option.
Wheels, Frame and Basket
The TRIV lx is built for a smoother push on uneven sidewalks. It pairs large, never-flat tires with all-wheel suspension and spring suspension under the seat, on a carbon fiber reinforced aluminum frame. The basket holds up to 22 lbs and has a pocket for a tracking device, so you can keep tabs on the stroller wherever you leave it.
The TRIV next also has all-wheel suspension, with large rear wheels and swivel-lock front wheels tuned for city streets. Nuna doesn't list a basket capacity on its current product page.
Weight: Closer Than It Looks
At first glance the TRIV next looks much lighter, but the two numbers are measured differently. Nuna lists the TRIV lx at 21.1 lbs with the canopy, inserts and armbar attached. The TRIV next is listed at 18.4 lbs without those parts, and Nuna notes they add about 2.6 lbs. Once both strollers are fully set up, their weights are very close.
What Both Strollers Share
Both fold with one hand and stand on their own, and the ring adapter folds with the stroller, so you never have to remove it. Both have a seat that faces you or the world, an all-season seat that converts to mesh for warm days, the MagneTech secure snap magnetic buckle, a one-touch brake and a water-repellent UPF 50+ canopy with a peekaboo window. And both carry children up to 50 lbs.
Buying the TRIV lx On Its Own or as a Travel System
When the TRIV lx launched, it was only available bundled with a PIPA car seat. Now you can buy the TRIV lx in Caviar or Cedar by itself, which is ideal if you already own a PIPA seat or plan to use the newborn carriage position. If you need both pieces, the TRIV lx and PIPA rx Travel System comes ready to go.
Shop the TRIV lx and TRIV next
Which One Fits Your Family?
- You want your newborn to ride in the stroller seat: the TRIV lx has the newborn carriage position.
- You already own a PIPA car seat: either works, and the TRIV lx is now sold without a car seat.
- You walk on rough or uneven sidewalks: the TRIV lx's large never-flat tires are built for it.
- You carry a lot in the basket: the TRIV lx basket holds up to 22 lbs and has a tracking device pocket.
- You plan to use a PIPA car seat for the first months anyway: the TRIV next gives you the same compact fold and city handling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy the Nuna TRIV lx without a car seat?
Yes. The TRIV lx is sold as a standalone stroller at MacroBaby, and it's also available as a travel system with the PIPA rx infant car seat.
Can a newborn ride in the stroller seat?
On the TRIV lx, yes. Its near-flat recline and raised calf support create a newborn carriage position. For the TRIV next, Nuna recommends using a PIPA series infant car seat until about 6 months, then moving to the stroller seat.
Which car seats work with the TRIV lx and TRIV next?
Both connect to all Nuna PIPA series infant car seats with a ring adapter that folds with the stroller. The TRIV lx also works with the SWIV and TRIV series bassinet.
Which stroller is lighter?
Nuna lists the TRIV lx at 21.1 lbs with the canopy, inserts and armbar, and the TRIV next at 18.4 lbs without them, noting they add about 2.6 lbs. Fully set up, the two weigh about the same.
Which stroller has the bigger basket?
The TRIV lx basket holds up to 22 lbs and includes a tracking device pocket. A basket capacity for the TRIV next isn't listed on its current product page.
Where can I see the TRIV lx and TRIV next in Orlando?
Visit MacroBaby in Orlando, across from The Florida Mall, to fold and push both strollers in person, with help in English, Portuguese and Spanish. You can also shop the full Nuna collection online.
Try Both at MacroBaby
MacroBaby is one of the largest baby stores in the United States, with a physical store in Orlando and a full online store. Our team can show you the newborn carriage position, help you choose a PIPA car seat and set up a travel system that fits your routine. Browse the Nuna collection or stop by to compare the TRIV lx and TRIV next side by side.
