What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with self-standing folding mechanism, as well as convenient carry straps to make it easy to transport.
It's also extremely light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large and have peekaboo windows.
Size
A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspension are the most important aspects 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 are required to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.
If double pram pushchair in search of a compact double buggy that you can use from the beginning look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that expands widthways to to accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be placed in a different way, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back relaxing for a nap, while the other one gazes out at the world around them. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy, with the option of a peekaboo window as well.
Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and only 63cm wide so will fit through most doors. It can take two car seats or one carrycot, and has lie-flat seats suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies, which feature the children sitting on opposite sides is a popular option for twins, or parents of a baby and a toddler. However, they tend to have a wider space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doorways.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins, a child and a toddler, or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It features a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs. It can be used in mono or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller on top to store additional items.
Weight
A great double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should include a large shopping basket with front and back suspensions to allow the child to traverse rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.
A lot of compact double buggies have frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options when you are looking to avoid using separate strollers for your smaller children with medical conditions.
However, they do generally have a bigger space than side-byside buggies and can be harder to fit through doorways and on public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives for this if it is important to your family.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-byside on the market at just 64cm wide. It is suitable for twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It is built to last with a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that can be used on 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 is required to be purchased separately). It comes with a carry strap that is self-standing and can folds to make it simple to move around. It also has front and back suspensions to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.
Folding
The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option to store the double buggy. This side-byside model has a very slick fold and the frame's clever design expands in width as you fold so that it's narrower than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to navigate through doorways and public transport. It also means you don't need a second car for schlepping the buggy around.
It's a good option for parents with twins, as it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional child on the 'piggybackboard that is part of the buggy. It also offers many different configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the smallest footprint side-byside available, measuring 63cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double-doorway on public transport. However, it can still take on rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can be used for twins, a toddler and one or two children who are the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that children are comfortable.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it offers excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's a great option for those who want an elegant but practical buggy.
There are a variety of affordable double buggies, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate babies in a carrycot, even a toddler in the seat or even three kids if you add the PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with pizazz. It has a simple, self-standing fold as well as a big canopy that provides children some security and also has a peekaboo window. It's also light for a double buggy, and has a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.