Best Beach Trolleys To Buy In Australia For Summer
It's a surprising item that can be a great solution to making your next outing stress-free and enjoyable, so here's what you need to look for in a beach trolley.
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There’s no better way to beat the heat then by spending the day at the beach.
But going to the beach can be quite the task – especially if you’ve got kids – and it’s easy to end up with a pile of towels, chairs and snacks to carry but not enough hands.
Beach trolleys can be a great solution to making your beach day stress-free and enjoyable, ensuring you get all everything you need across the sand in one trip.
It’s worth mentioning that the beach trolleys that have made out list are not necessarily the cheapest. While many budget carts are useful for carrying shopping or sporting equipment on grass and concrete paths, many shoppers found they were often hard to pull across the soft sand that is common on Australian beaches.
But this doesn’t mean it’s not possible to find a beach trolley that’s both practical and good bang for buck, especially with end of year sales coming up. One product we’re loving is the BCF Wanderer Quad Fold Beach Cart.
Shoppers love how easy it is to use and store, making it perfect for carrying groceries and packages as well as camping and beach gear.
“Just what we needed to lug around our ever increasing gear at the beach, park etc. It's strong, easy to open and close, and fits everything,” raved one fan.
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BEST FOLDABLE BEACH TROLLEYS
Wanderer Quad Fold Beach Cart, $169.99, BCF
Wanderer Quad Fold Beach Cart
What you need to know
This collapsible beach cart from BCF has a 4.3 star rating and more than 960 five star ratings from BCF customers, with one calling it an “outdoor fun game changer”. While some shoppers said they had issues with product quality, many said it was ideal for lugging all the gear a family needs for a day out. This model is 90cm x 50cm x 62 cm and has a weight limit of 110kg. Many reviewers said the larger sized wheels meant the beach cart could be pulled across sand and the wheels can also be removed for easier storage. It is a bulky item so check the shipping costs when you order or you can opt for click and collect if you live near a BCF store.
BEST BEACH TROLLEYS FOR DIFFERENT SURFACES
Quechua Terrain Transport Cart, $259, Decathlon
Quechua Terrain Transport Cart
What you need to know
While not specifically marketed as a beach trolley, this all-terrain cart has wide wheels, with front brakes, and space to carry plenty of gear. It has a 60kg load capacity and comes with a handy cover.
This cart also has a waterproof rain cover and a cot style folding structure to make packing down simple and compact.
BEST BEACH TROLLEYS WITH CANOPY
We Love Summer Deluxe Beach Trolley, $179.99, Anaconda
What you need to know
This collapsible beach trolley has 4.7 star rating out of five stars from Anaconda shoppers. Users raved about it with one saying they had owned many other carts and it was a “great product”.
It has a removable canopy and 9-inch wheels, which shoppers said worked well on sand. It can carry up to 110kg and has two handles – one to push and one to pull.
BEST VERSATILE BEACH TROLLEYS
Heavy Duty Folding Garden Trolley, Myer, $149
Wallaroo Heavy Duty Folding Garden Trolley
What you need to know
If you want a beach trolley that’s “virtually maintenance free” and sturdy, then this steel mesh trolley from Myer will be right up your alley.
While it’s technically a garden trolley, the trolley’s 4WD wheels would make it perfect for navigating beach dunes, while its mesh frame means you won’t be bringing much sand home with you.
It can carry a whopping 250kg, making it perfect for large gatherings and it can also be converted into a flat bed trolley.
The only downside is it won’t fit in most car boots, making it more suited to people who plan to use a beach trolley to walk to and from the beach from their home.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A BEACH TROLLEY
When choosing beach trolleys to include in our list, we evaluated several factors:
Wheel size: This is an important consideration for those heading to the beach, as large wheels hold up better in soft sand than small ones.
Sturdiness: Beach trolleys need to be capable of carrying a heavy load, and this is especially important for larger families. We considered the load capacity and manoeuvrability of each device and how it affects the overall usability of the product. The items also need to be easy to push and pull and be able to navigate different terrains with ease.
Size: This is a key consideration for many consumers when it comes to beach trolleys. The products need to have enough space to fit all the items beachgoers need - sometimes that even includes a child that may decide to pop inside! Additionally, many users value the ability of a beach trolley to fit inside a car boot, so being able to fold up easily is important.
Special features: We included models that cater to a range of different user needs, including canopies, drink holders, those with brakes and convertible wagons.
Value: We weighed up the above factors against the price of each beach trolley, and rival trolleys, to determine overall value for money.
HOW WE CHOOSE PRODUCTS
Our team of experienced writers spend hours researching products to include in articles. We find out what factors make a good product by talking to experts, reviewing test results and analysing thousands of customer reviews.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT MATERIAL IS BEST FOR A BEACH TROLLEY?
When it comes to beach trolleys the durable and quick-drying materials are best, as bringing it to the beach means it will come into contact with a lot of water and sand.
Nylon and polyester fabrics are great options as they are water resistant and can be easily wiped down with soap and water.
But if you don’t want to be spending any time cleaning a trolley has a metal frame or mesh basket could be a better choice for you.
HOW DO YOU CLEAN A BEACH TROLLEY?
The easiest way to clean a beach trolley is to remove the fabric cover (when possible) and hose it down.
If the cover isn’t removable you can wipe it down with a wet cloth, using soap if needed.
Once clean, leave it outside to dry in the sun and only pack it away once it is fully dry.
Looking for the best beach gear? Check out our guide to the best sand-free towels, our top picks of the best beach tents for sun protection and a beach umbrella that’s gotten more than 1500 5-star reviews.
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