Hooks & Clips

The BuggyPal is the most reliable universal buggy hook we have tested. The spring-loaded gate opens with a thumb press and snaps shut the moment you let go — no fumbling, no dropped bags. The 360° rotating body means whatever you hang always hangs level rather than at an angle. At under £13 for two, the value is straightforward. The only real limitation is the 5kg weight rating — fine for changing bags and small shopping bags, not appropriate for heavy loads.

The Redline 3-pack is the budget pick for a reason. Three hooks for under £8 covers most family needs — one for the changing bag, one for shopping, one spare. The aluminium is lighter than plastic but the non-locking gate is genuinely two-handed operation, which matters when you are loading a wriggling toddler simultaneously. The 3kg rating is adequate for the most common buggy load: a changing bag at 1.5-2kg. Do not overload these with heavy bags — that is not what they are designed for.

Yarroo wins on versatility. The 4-pack means you can outfit every attachment point on a typical pushchair — handlebar, frame, under-seat basket edge. The quick-release clip on the bag side is genuinely useful: hang the bag on the carabiner, then click the bag-side clip to the bag's existing D-ring or loop. Remove in one click. The 5kg capacity matches the BuggyPal. The anodised finish handles British rain better than uncoated aluminium.

Jolly Joey is the premium option in this category. The locking gate is the differentiator: once closed, it requires deliberate thumb action to open, which is safer when you have a toddler reaching for everything. The two sizes in the pack — standard and mini — is genuinely useful: use the standard on handlebars, the mini on the smaller frame tubes on the back of the pushchair that standard carabiners cannot reach. The colour range is a practical feature for families with multiple pushchairs who need to identify theirs in a crowded park.

KikkoBaby sits in the sweet spot between budget and premium. The zinc alloy is noticeably heavier and more solid than the aluminium options, which gives confidence on the weight capacity — it feels like a 5kg+ hook even if the listed rating is similar to competitors. The magnetic gate is satisfyingly easy: push to open, release and it snaps shut. The 360° swivel head is the same principle as the BuggyPal but with a larger adjustment range. If the Yarroo 4-pack is not available, this is the next best option at a similar price.

The Bumkins strap fills the gap that carabiners cannot: some pushchairs have curved frames, slim tubes, or closed loops where a carabiner simply will not fit. The adjustable loop handles this. It ties around the handlebar or frame, then a clip on the other end attaches to your bag. The drawback is that it is not as quick to remove as a carabiner and the slip knot needs re-cinching if you change bags frequently. For curved handlebars on Umbrella fold pushchairs, this is often the only option.

The Homtasy 6-pack is for families who want to leave hooks attached to every potential attachment point — handlebars, frame sections, the pram rain cover loops, under-seat basket rims. Six hooks means you can install them permanently and never think about where the hook is again. The trade-off is the weight capacity (2.5kg) and the fact they are chunkier and more visible than the alternatives. For parents who load their pushchair heavily, 2.5kg per hook may not be enough — consider the BuggyPal or Yarroo instead for heavier loads.