Best shopping trolleys: bags and baskets with wheels to make shopping easy

A small but unmistakable revolution has taken place on the high street in recent years.

Thanks to the national effort to curb our single-use plastics habit, not to mention government measures obliging customers to pay for plastic bags in shops, there are few among us who haven’t made the switch to a tote bag.

While cloth bags are undeniably handy for small errands and picking up a few bits from the off licence, when it comes to bigger hauls like the supermarket weekly shop, you may want to do your shoulders, spine and hips a favour by upgrading to a shopping trolley on wheels.

Now, we know what you’re thinking: shopping trolleys are 100 per cent OAP territory. Or rather, they used to be.

With the likes of Chanel and Louis Vuitton rolling out their own ultra-luxe versions, the look has done a 180-degree transformation from granny to glamorous.

While it’s far from becoming the IT bag of the season, it’s a smart and eco-friendly way to get your goods from shop A and B and back home again. As well as a trundle along the high street, a wheeled shopping bag is also invaluable for transporting picnic supplies and camping gear on weekend breaks in the great outdoors.

Below you’ll find some of the nicest shopping bags on wheels around; and we promise - there’s not a tartan check in sight.

See our favourites below

Andersen Wicker Basket Shopping Trolley

Capacity: 60kg

My, what big shopping you have. The sort of thing you’d imagine Little Red Riding Hood shopping for grandma with, this cute wicker trolley is whimsical yet practical all at the same time. The above-average rubber tyres can navigate curbs, steps and bumps in the pavement easily, while inside, the 60kg capacity makes it the ideal shopping companion, whether you’re headed to Waitrose or the local farmer’s market.

Buy now £199.00, Manufactum

RAD Union Dress Like An Acid House Mum

Capacity: 35L

Forget one foot in the grave: this trolley is ready to rave. A bright and cheery 35L bag sits on top of a black or royal blue steel frame, patterned with polka dots and 90s-style smileys, and the whole lot folds down to make storage a doddle. The bright pink wheels are a mix of substance and style, helping to move heavy loads with smooth ease. As fun as a shopping trolley gets.

Buy now £140.00, RAD Union

Two Wheel Folding Blue and White Polka Dot Shopping Trolley

Capacity: 82L

The lure of the polka dot shows no sign of waning. This handy little helper offers massive capacity - a whopping 82 litres - allowing for plenty of room for cans, bottles and packets. It will keep your goods safe come rain or shine with a weatherproof exterior and splash proof bag that closes tight with a drawstring opening. Best of all, the whole thing - frame and bag - folds down flat when you don’t need it.

Buy now £20.00, Argos

6 Wheel Folding Navy Blue Stair Climber Shopping Trolley

You’ll laugh in the face of the next staircase you encounter if you have this trolley by your side. The clever design uses six wheels to ‘climb’ steps with you, so there’s no need to huff over the handle. The 42L bag is also removable and can fold away, making storing this as easy as pie.

Buy now, Argos

Sabichi Crazy Cats Shopping Trolley

Capacity: 40L

There’s no reason why you can’t have fun with your new shopping buddy. Covered in a playful kitten print this trolley pulls along easily on two robust wheels and an ergonomic handle. There’s a zipped pocket on the back of the insulated bag, which also folds down to make it easier to store when you don’t need it.

Buy now £20.04, Amazon

Reisenthel Medium Boodschappen Trolley

Capacity: 43L

We’re into the look of this floral print shopping trolley, which looks more like a cabin bag thanks to the streamlined frame. The handle adjusts to different heights and the bag offers zip fastenings to the main compartments and a small pocket on the back. It’s made from polyester which means it should be easier to keep sparkling clean.

It is also available in a stylish all grey or all black hue.

Buy now £59.76, The Little Green Bag

Karabar Monsanto Foldable Shopping Trolley Bag

Capacity: 34L

Finally, a shopping trolley that doesn't actually look like one. It’s slim and the frame can fold down so it will be easier to put away when you’re not using it to cart around your groceries.

The trolley’s bag fastens with a zip plus Velcro for extra security and there are long double straps too, so you can sling it over your shoulder for smaller errands.

Need something larger? Try the 47 litre moss grey shopping trolley (pictured in main image) complete with an insulated pocket.

Buy now £14.99, Karabar

Rolser Saquet Shopping Trolley

Capacity: 40L

Squirrel away all your shopping in this compact-looking shopping bag on wheels. The strong design can bear a weight of up to 20kg, and other features include a drawstring opening with a flap for extra weather protection over the main storage section, two robust wheels and comfortable pull handle.

£49.00, John Lewis

Shopping Trolley with Fold Down Seat

Capacity: 30L

This trolley not only packs in the features you’d expect - a large carry area, wipe-clean waterproof fabric, stair-friendly wheels and a handle that’s easy to grip - but there’s also one additional extra that makes it pretty hard to resist. A fold down chair! It’s ideal for long trips or anyone with mobility issues and can bear up to 14st in weight.

Buy now £29.15, Complete Care Shop

With a cottagecore aesthetic we can’t get enough of, we’re sweet on Andersen Wicker Basket Shopping Trolley. But if the only thing that matters is size, Argos has the largest capacity yet the smallest price. Sold!