iCandy Pip vs Silver Cross Clic 2: Which Is Better?

By BabyTravel UK Editorial Team · Last updated August 2026

The iCandy Pip and Silver Cross Clic 2 are from-birth compact pushchairs with one-hand folds, tall 105cm handles and travel bags included. Pip costs more but has a narrower fold, a 25kg child limit and stronger cabin-oriented design. Clic 2 weighs 500g less and usually saves well over £100.

Choose Pip for regular flights, a larger toddler or a narrower 44.5cm folded package. Choose Clic 2 for trains, small cars, city errands and gate-checked holidays where price matters more than overhead-locker compatibility.

iCandy Pip vs Silver Cross Clic 2 specifications

Specifications can change with colour or retailer bundles. The current iCandy Pip specification and Silver Cross Clic 2 page should be checked before ordering.

Folded size: shorter is not always smaller

Clic 2 is 2cm shorter when folded, at 54cm rather than 56cm. Pip is 2cm narrower and 1cm slimmer. Volume is only a rough guide because handles, wheels and the shape of the package affect how it fits, but Pip occupies the more cabin-oriented proportions.

The Silver Cross FAQ is unusually clear: Clic 2 does not meet IATA hand-luggage specifications. That does not make it a poor travel stroller. It simply means you should plan to wheel it to the aircraft door and have it placed in the hold, subject to airline procedure.

iCandy markets Pip as IATA cabin approved but also tells buyers to check with the individual airline. Its 56cm length fits a familiar cabin maximum, while the 44.5cm width exceeds some 40cm allowances. Use our airline stroller checker for the exact carrier and fare.

Weight and carrying

Clic 2 wins by 500g. That difference is noticeable during a flight of stairs but rarely decisive on its own. The more useful question is how each folded pushchair sits against your body and whether the bag, shoulder strap or handle leaves one hand free for your child.

Clic 2 has a pull-out shoulder strap and self-standing fold. Pip has a matching carry handle and supplied carry bag. If you change trains daily, try lifting both with one hand before buying. Seven kilograms feels very different in a calm shop and on a station staircase with a changing bag.

Newborn suitability

Both seats recline flat enough for their manufacturers to rate them from birth. This avoids a separate carrycot on holiday and makes either stroller more useful than a six-month-only compact buggy. Neither gives a newborn the same rigid, enclosed sleeping surface as a full carrycot.

Pip offers car-seat compatibility with separately purchased adaptors and approved infant carriers. That can help with short car-to-shop transfers, though the adaptors and seat add more pieces. Clic 2 is best treated as a standalone stroller; if a travel-system connection is central to your routine, Pip is the clearer fit.

For long daily newborn walks, consider whether a compact seat is the right compromise at all. Our travel system vs lightweight stroller guide compares the early-month comfort and storage differences.

Toddler space and lifespan

Pip publishes an 89.5 × 40cm seat and a 25kg limit. Those figures make it particularly attractive for a tall or heavier toddler. Clic 2 supports up to 22kg, which is still enough for many children through the normal pushchair years.

Headline limits are not a promise that every four-year-old will fit comfortably. Check head clearance under the canopy, footrest position, shoulder-harness height and steering with the child aboard. Pip has the stronger paper specification; Clic 2 may still cover the entire period your family intends to use a buggy.

Handling in cities and on holiday

Pip is 44cm wide when open and Clic 2 is 46.5cm, so both work well in shops, train aisles and narrow cafés. Pip's shorter open length makes it feel particularly tidy in crowds. iCandy also emphasises larger wheels and advanced suspension, giving it the stronger case for mixed everyday use.

Clic 2 uses pavement-focused wheels and remains a city stroller. Its lighter frame is pleasant on smooth ground, but neither model is meant for deep gravel, beaches or broken rural tracks. If the holiday centres on older streets and uneven surfaces, our cobblestone stroller guide covers sturdier options.

Handle height for tall parents

Both handles sit at 105cm, which is high for a compact pushchair. This can reduce stooping and heel strikes for taller adults. Neither has a broad telescopic range, so a shorter parent should also try the fixed position and check wrist comfort.

Pip's narrow chassis and long seat give it the unusual combination of tall-parent ergonomics and a small footprint. If handle height has caused problems before, see our broader guide to travel strollers for tall parents.

Canopy, rain cover and travel extras

Pip includes the stronger bundle. Its UPF50+ canopy, rain cover, reversible liner, bumper bar, footrest and carry bag arrive together. This matters because buying several accessories separately can erase much of the apparent saving on another stroller.

Clic 2 includes a travel bag and its Genius 2 magnetic buckle with rucksack-style harness. Retailer packages can include a rain cover, but check the listing rather than assuming. The pull-out shoulder strap is built into the everyday carrying experience and does not require packing another part.

Price and long-term value

Clic 2 normally costs around £200–£225, while Pip is often around £364 on promotion and £429 at full price. That is a substantial gap. Pip needs to earn it through cabin-oriented dimensions, toddler room, car-seat compatibility and the fuller accessory package.

For one annual holiday and regular city errands, Clic 2 is the better-value buy. For monthly flights, a child likely to use the higher limit, or a family that would otherwise buy a second cabin stroller later, Pip can justify the extra spend.

Pros and cons side by side

Which one should you buy?

Choose iCandy Pip for frequent flying

Pip has the stronger measurements and product positioning for overhead travel. Check the airline anyway, then choose it if the narrower folded width and supplied bag solve a regular problem rather than an occasional one.

Choose Clic 2 for value

Clic 2 delivers the important everyday features at a much lower price: a 6.5kg lift, one-hand self-standing fold, from-birth recline and 22kg limit. It is the sensible choice when gate-checking is acceptable.

Choose Pip for a bigger toddler

The 25kg limit and published seat dimensions give Pip more growing room. That advantage matters most if your child is already approaching the fit or weight limit of lighter competitors.

Choose Clic 2 as a second pushchair

If a full travel system remains your everyday pram, Clic 2 is easier to justify as a holiday and grandparents' buggy. Pip makes more sense when it will replace the full-size pushchair for a meaningful part of the week.

Frequently asked questions

Which is lighter, iCandy Pip or Silver Cross Clic 2?

Clic 2 is lighter at 6.5kg. Pip weighs 7kg, a difference of 500g.

Which folds smaller?

Clic 2 is shorter at 54cm, while Pip is narrower and slimmer at 44.5cm wide and 24cm deep. Pip has the more cabin-oriented overall proportions.

Can iCandy Pip go in an overhead locker?

It may fit some airline allowances, and iCandy describes it as IATA cabin approved. The operating airline controls acceptance, so compare 56 × 44.5 × 24cm with your booking.

Is Silver Cross Clic 2 cabin approved?

Silver Cross states that Clic 2 does not meet IATA hand-luggage specifications. It can normally be taken to the gate and placed in the hold under the airline's child-equipment policy.

Can both pushchairs be used from birth?

Yes, both have lie-flat seats rated from birth. Pip also supports compatible infant car seats using separately purchased adaptors.

Which is better for tall parents?

Both list a 105cm handle, so they are unusually similar. Pip's narrower chassis may reduce heel contact, but personal stride and grip position still matter.

Which is better for a toddler?

Pip has the stronger specification with an 89.5 × 40cm seat and 25kg limit. Clic 2's 22kg limit remains sufficient for many children through the usual buggy years.

Is iCandy Pip worth the extra money?

It is when cabin-oriented travel, higher weight capacity and the included accessories will be used often. For occasional holidays and everyday pavement use, Clic 2 gives better value.

Final verdict

iCandy Pip is the stronger all-round travel stroller, especially for frequent flights, tall parents and bigger toddlers. Silver Cross Clic 2 wins on value and weight, and it remains the more rational purchase when you are happy to gate-check. The right choice depends less on the badge and more on whether cabin carriage is a real requirement or simply a nice possibility.