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Last reviewed: September 2026 · Specifications last checked against manufacturer sites August 2026
Head-to-head comparison
Silver Cross Clic 2 vs Joolz Aer2
Both are compact pushchairs from heritage brands, and both fold with one hand. The Clic 2 carries Silver Cross’s 3-year warranty and includes its lie-flat seat from birth with nothing extra to buy. The Aer2 is designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines (though individual airline rules vary) and comes with an exceptional 10-year transferable warranty. Weight is a tie at 6.5kg each. If cabin travel matters to you, the Aer2 has the edge; if you want the lie-flat seat included from birth with nothing extra to buy, that’s the Clic 2’s practical advantage.
How we compared them
Silver Cross Clic 2: Hands-on in-store assessment by Mark and Janette. Build quality, fold, seat comfort and push quality assessed directly. Cabin approval claim verified against the Silver Cross official FAQ.
Joolz Aer2: Repeated real-world observation over multiple visits — our daughter’s friend owns one — with the fold assessed hands-on by Mark.
The Clic 2 has deeper in-store assessment behind it. The Aer2 has real-world daily use observation. Both evidence types are stated clearly in the individual reviews.
Silver Cross Clic 2
7.5
/10 · Standout: Weight & practicality 9/10
Joolz Aer2
8
/10 · Standout: Fold 9/10 · Build quality 9/10
Silver Cross Clic 2 — assessed hands-on in store
Joolz Aer2 — fold assessed hands-on, real-world observation
Quick decision
Choose the Clic 2 if you want Silver Cross quality with the lie-flat seat included from birth and don’t need to take the pushchair into an aircraft cabin. Choose the Aer2 if you fly regularly, want a longer warranty, or prefer a fold that’s self-standing.
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The key decision factors
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| Factor | Silver Cross Clic 2 | Joolz Aer2 | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | Aer2 |
| Price | Check current price (Check price →) | Check current price (Check price →) | Not compared — check both current prices |
| Weight | 6.5kg | 6.5kg | Tie |
| Folded dimensions | 54 × 46.5 × 25cm | 53 × 44 × 23.5cm | Aer2 (marginally) |
| Cabin travel | Not IATA cabin approved per Silver Cross’s own FAQ — check airline | Designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines (though individual airline rules vary) | Aer2 (significant if you fly) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 10 years, transferable | Aer2 (significant) |
| From birth | ✅ Included out of the box, no extra purchase | With optional carrycot (sold separately) | Clic 2 (no extra purchase needed) |
| Fold | One-hand + integrated shoulder strap | One-hand, self-standing + shoulder strap | Different strengths |
Silver Cross Clic 2 — what makes it stand out
The Clic 2 delivers Silver Cross’s 3-year warranty and British build heritage. Tested hands-on in store by Mark and Janette, the build quality is solid and well-finished for its weight. The fold is one-handed with an integrated shoulder strap, the seat lies flat from birth, and the multi-position recline is smooth to adjust.
The Clic 2’s case is straightforward: Silver Cross quality, a solid 3-year warranty, and a complete from-birth package included out of the box with no extra purchase needed. For families who don’t fly regularly, the Clic 2 doesn’t require much justification.
The one hard fact the review is clear about: Silver Cross explicitly states the Clic 2 is not IATA cabin approved. At 54 × 46.5 × 25cm folded, it may need to be checked into the hold depending on the airline. If taking your pushchair into the aircraft cabin is a requirement, this rules the Clic 2 out.
Clic 2 — best suited to:
- Parents who want Silver Cross quality and a 3-year warranty
- City, park and public transport use where cabin travel isn’t a priority
- Buyers who want a complete from-birth package with no extra purchases
- Those for whom Silver Cross brand heritage genuinely matters
Joolz Aer2 — what makes it stand out
The Aer2 scores higher at 8/10, driven by its fold, build quality and warranty. At 6.5kg it’s light — matching the Clic 2 — and at 53 × 44 × 23.5cm folded it’s designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines (though individual airline rules vary). Its 10-year transferable warranty is exceptional in the compact pushchair category, and the basket holds 8kg — up from the Aer+’s 5kg.
Unlike the Clic 2, using the Aer2 from birth requires the optional carrycot, sold separately, per Joolz’s own specification. The Clic 2 includes its lie-flat seat out of the box with no extra purchase required, which is a genuine practical advantage for parents buying from birth on a tighter budget.
The fold is genuine one-handed and self-standing — quick from the first attempt, as confirmed in our hands-on assessment. In our review, the handle height worked well for taller parents pushing at full walking pace, avoiding a compromise we’ve seen in other compact strollers — though we haven’t tested the Clic 2’s handle height directly, so we can’t say how the two compare on this point. Fold, warranty length and travel dimensions are genuine Aer2 strengths; whether they matter more to you than the Clic 2’s included-from-birth package depends on your use case and on checking current prices at both retailers.
Aer2 — best suited to:
- Parents who fly and specifically want a pushchair designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines
- Tall parents for whom handle height is a daily practical concern
- Buyers for whom the 10-year transferable warranty changes the long-term value calculation
- Those who want a genuinely premium-feeling compact with strong build quality
The cabin question
Silver Cross explicitly states the Clic 2 is not IATA cabin approved. At 54 × 46.5 × 25cm folded, it may need to be checked into the hold depending on your airline. The Aer2 is designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines, although acceptance always depends on the individual airline — always verify before travelling.
If taking your pushchair into the aircraft cabin is a requirement, the Aer2 has a clear advantage. If you fly regularly but are happy to gate-check your pushchair, this distinction matters less, and the Clic 2 becomes a genuinely competitive option — check current prices at both retailers.
Which is the better buy for your situation?
The Aer2 has the stronger travel specification — it’s marginally smaller folded, designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines (though individual airline rules vary), and has the longer warranty and a self-standing fold. If those things matter to you, they’re worth checking current prices for.
The Clic 2’s case is equally straightforward. If you don’t need to take your pushchair into an aircraft cabin, some of the Aer2’s biggest advantages become less important. You still get a from-birth compact included out of the box, a one-handed fold, and Silver Cross build quality with a 3-year warranty. The warranty gap (3 vs 10 years) is real and worth weighing against current prices at both retailers — for many families without a flying requirement, the Clic 2 remains a straightforward choice.
💬 If this were my money…
If I flew regularly and taking the pushchair into the cabin mattered, I’d choose the Aer2. If cabin travel wasn’t a factor, I’d want to see both current prices side by side before deciding, because the Clic 2’s included-from-birth package and the Aer2’s 10-year warranty are both genuinely strong reasons to choose either one. I wouldn’t decide this one on weight — they’re the same.
Our recommendation
Choose the Clic 2 if:
- You want Silver Cross quality and a 3-year warranty
- Taking your pushchair into the aircraft cabin isn’t a priority
- You want everything included from birth with no extra purchases
- British brand heritage matters to you
Choose the Aer2 if:
- You fly regularly and specifically want a pushchair designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines
- You want the marginally smaller folded dimensions for storage or travel
- The 10-year transferable warranty changes your long-term thinking
- A genuinely premium feel and self-standing fold matter for your daily routine
Ready to decide? Check current prices at both retailers.
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- Stokke YOYO³ vs Joolz Aer2 — if the YOYO³ is also on your shortlist
- Joolz Aer2 vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 — 10-year warranty vs fastest fold
- Mamas & Papas Airo vs Silver Cross Clic 2 — another compact worth weighing against the Clic 2
- Silver Cross Clic 2 vs Bugaboo Butterfly 2 — how the Clic 2 stacks up against Bugaboo’s premium compact
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Frequently asked questions
The Aer2 is designed to meet IATA cabin size guidelines, though individual airline rules vary. Silver Cross’s own FAQ confirms the Clic 2 is not IATA cabin approved. If cabin travel is a routine requirement, the Aer2 is the stronger choice.
Neither — both weigh 6.5kg. Weight is not a deciding factor between these two.
The Clic 2 includes its lie-flat seat out of the box, suitable from birth with no extra purchase needed. The Aer2 is suitable from birth only with its optional carrycot, which is sold separately.
The Joolz Aer2, with a 10-year transferable warranty — exceptional for the category. The Silver Cross Clic 2 carries Silver Cross’s standard 3-year warranty.
Prices change regularly at both retailers, so we don’t state a fixed current gap here. Check the current price at Silver Cross and at Mamas & Papas directly before deciding.
📋 See all our Silver Cross reviews: Silver Cross Pushchairs — Hub & Reviews →
📋 See all our Joolz reviews: Joolz Pushchairs — Hub & Reviews →
About this comparison
The Silver Cross Clic 2 was assessed hands-on in store by Mark and Janette. The Joolz Aer2 was observed in real-world daily use over multiple visits and the fold assessed hands-on by Mark. Both individual reviews state the evidence basis clearly. Mark founded MyPushchair.co.uk in 2006.
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