What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says this side-by-side is slim enough to get through most doors and be used with two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.
It's also light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows and peekaboo openings.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are the most important elements to look for in a double buggy. You might want to look at whether it is a travel system or whether a car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are important considerations when you have to take your kids in public transport or on longer journeys.
Take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from the time you are born. This model is a side by side buggy with an adjustable frame that can expand to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This allows you to allow one child to relax and sleep while the other one is watching the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy as well as the ability to peek into the future.
Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it should fit through most doorways. It can also be used with two car seats or a carrycot. It also has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or parents who have a child and toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.
The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that's been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you include the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. You can attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.
Weight
A quality double buggy must be light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to allow it to navigate rougher surfaces and, most importantly it should be suitable for twins or siblings of various age groups.
Many double buggies are compact and have frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that are compatible with popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options when you are looking to avoid using separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.
However, they do tend to have a larger space than side-byside buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transport. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product details to see if there are any alternatives available.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-byside on the market at just 63cm wide and can be used by twins who are just born or one toddler and one baby. It has robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that are all-terrain but equally comfortable cruising around town.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great option. It can accommodate twins as well as a baby and toddler or two children with the piggyback board (which is required to be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it a breeze to transport and it has both rear and front suspension to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.
Folding
A great double buggy has to be slim to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side by side and has a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, making it smaller than one stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transport. It also means that you don't require an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.
It's a great choice for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional rider on the buggy's 'piggyback board. It also offers a great range of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives both children views of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the adjustable handlebar which makes it easier to push up and down hills.
Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at the smallest 63cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can be used for twins, a toddler and a baby, or two children with the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.
The iCandy Peach is a good option. strollers double strollers can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can be used with two car seats or a carrycot that has a toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, but it offers excellent maneuverability particularly on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.
There are many budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in the carrycot and even a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It has a self-standing fold, a canopy that offers protection for children as well as the ability to peek inside. It's also fairly light for a double buggy and comes with a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.