What to Look For in a
Compact Double BuggyKerry says that this side-by-side is small enough to fit through most doorways and can take two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.
It's also extremely light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows and peekaboo openings.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions are key aspects to look for in a
stokke double stroller buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a travel system or whether you can add a carrycot or car seat. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your kids on public transport or longer journeys.
Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double buggy you can use right from birth. This side-byside model comes with an intelligent frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This allows you to allow one child to relax and sleep while the other is observing the surroundings. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy and the ability to peek into the future.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative for twins. It is the thinnest
twin buggy pushchair on the market. It's only 63cm in length which means it can fit through most doors. It can accommodate two car seats or one carrycot, and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies that have the children positioned in a row they are a popular choice for twins or parents of a baby and a toddler. However, they do tend to have a wider space than single-seaters and may be difficult to maneuver on narrow pavements or through doors.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It has 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three kids when you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It is able to be used in single or double mode. You can even attach a single stroller to the top of it for extra storage space.
Weight
A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, most importantly, be suitable for twins or siblings of various ages.
A majority of compact double buggies come with frames designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for your smaller children with medical issues.
They are typically larger than side-byside buggies and are more difficult to fit into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, check the product details to see whether there are alternatives available.
If you're looking for the smallest double
pushchair double on the market, check out the Mountain Buggy Duet. It's the slimmest side-by-side available, measuring only 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins, or an infant and a toddler. It has a robust design and superior functionality and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to whizz around town.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another excellent option. It can hold twins, a baby and a toddler, or two children using the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It has a self-standing fold and carry strap to make it easy to transport and has front and rear suspension to help you cope with rough terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies and is a great value option for older kids.
Folding
A great double buggy has to be slim to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-byside model has an extremely smooth fold and the clever frame expands in width as you fold to make it smaller than a single stroller. This makes it easy to navigate doorways and on public transport, while it also means that you don't require an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.
It's a great option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also has a wide range of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids the view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another good alternative. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side available measuring just 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting an extra door for a
double stroller with infant car seat on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby, or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the children are able to sit comfortably.
Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode and can accommodate a car seats/seats, or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's a bit longer than other doubles, but it has an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those looking for an elegant but practical buggy.
There are numerous inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate infants in the carrycot, even a toddler in the seat or even three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It features an auto-standing fold, a large canopy that protects children as well as a peekaboo feature. It's also fairly light for a double stroller and features a large undercarriage storage basket to store things like shopping.
