What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says this side-byside is small enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has self-standing folding mechanism, as well as convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.
It's also very easy to move up and down stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows and openings that peek out.
Size
A spacious shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are key aspects to look for in a double buggy. You might want to look at whether it is an e-travel system, or if the car seat or carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you're planning to bring your children in public transport or on longer journeys.
Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small, double buggy you can use right from birth. This side-by-side model has an intelligent frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats come with an option to recline and can be set up independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other is looking out at the surrounding. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy that has a peekaboo window too.
Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm wide so will fit through most doors. It can be used with two car seats or one carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins or with a baby and a toddler. However, they tend to have a larger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to maneuver on narrow roads or through doors.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.
Weight
A quality double buggy must be lightweight and easy to push. It should have a large shopping basket with front and back suspensions that allow the child to traverse rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different age groups.
Many double buggies are compact and come with frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that fit the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice for parents of children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.
However, they do tend to have a wider footprint than side-by-side buggies and can be harder to fit through doors and on public transportation. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives in case this is important to your family.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side by side on the market at just 53cm in width and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one baby and one toddler. It has robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around town.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great option. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler, or two children using a piggyback board (which is required to be purchased separately). It has a self-standing carry strap and folds down to make it easy to transport. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.
Folding
A good double stroller needs to be compact to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, making it smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and on public transportation, as well as making it less necessary to have an additional vehicle.
It's an excellent option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional passenger on the buggy's "piggyback board, and provides an array of configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives the children both views of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push it up and down hills.
Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at the smallest 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with a baby, or two children with similar age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seat/seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those looking for an elegant but practical buggy.
There are many budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate babies in a carrycot, a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board branded with pizazz. It comes with an auto-standing fold, a canopy that provides protection for children as well as the ability to peek inside. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and has a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.