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im just thinking about double prams as my DD will be 22 mo when DD2 comes along...there appear to be several different phil and ted models, but they all look the same to me! anyone done this research and willing to shed some light as to how they differ? thanks :)
There is a difference in how the brakes work and also in the double seat. I know between the basic model (classic) and the next one up that I have (sport), the extra seat is much sturdier, better padded and reclines. But that is all I know about the differences :)
When I got mine in 2008 there were 4 types. E3, sports, Dash and Vibe.
E3 and sports have foot break.
Dash 2 buttons either side on handle that you push in and fold handle down.
Vibe squeeze button middle of handle.
The Vibe you can fold down with toddler seat attached
Dash has plastic part on front of main seat for feet rather than material on sport. Ummmm cant remember much else at momment.
We have Dash and its great.
I have a Sport, and I can fold it with the toddler seat attached. I know there is the difference with the brakes as the others have pointed out. Not sure on anything else though.
I once had the Sport when DD was a baby and it was terrible for her. The sport's main seat (while DS was on the toddler seat on the front) only has laying completely flat or tilted up (which was too much for a newborn) as the recline was done with clips. DD had reflux so it didnt work for her. Ive since bought the Vibe. It's main seat recline is done with a strap so you can adjust it to any height you want. Ive also found the main seat of the Vibe to be so much bigger than the Sport. When DS sits in the Vibe main seat (he's 4), he still has HEAPS of room. Whereas the Sport he would be a bit small now if he tried to sit in it. As others have mensioned, the Sports break is near the wheels. Well, i had so much trouble trying to apply the break each time i would have to lean down and do it with my hand. Whereas the vibe, the break is a button on the handle, and it is so easy to use.
So in all, im so much happier with the Vibe. I cant yet fault it. And to me it has been well worth the extra money, as apposed to the Sport.
I got the Hammerhead, when it was released a month ago, I love it because it's got 4 wheels. It still has the foot brake but it is easy to use.