What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says that the side-byside is small enough to pass through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing folding mechanism and convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.
The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.
Size
A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are the most important elements to look for in a double buggy. You might be interested in knowing if 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 little ones along on public transport or on longer journeys.
If you're looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This clever model is a side-by-side buggy that has frames that can be expanded to accommodate two children. stokke double stroller can be reclined and placed independently. This lets you have one child relax and take a nap while the other observes the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and only 63cm wide so should fit through most doorways. It can also be used with two car seats or one carrycot and has lie-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.
Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins or parents who have a baby and a toddler. However, they tend to have a larger footprint than single-seaters and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow streets or through doorways.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can 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 add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). It has a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It can be used in a mono or double mode. You can even connect a single stroller to the top of it to provide additional storage space.
Weight
A quality double buggy is lightweight and easy-to-push. It should include a large shopping basket, front and back suspension to allow the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.
Many compact double buggies have frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that fit the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices for those who want to avoid using separate strollers for your smaller children with medical conditions.
However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side 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 what alternatives are available.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. This is the thinnest side-byside on the market, measuring only 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins, or an infant and a toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to whizz around the city.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great option. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler or two children with the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It comes with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds to make it simple 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 option for older children.
Folding
The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option to store a double buggy. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, making it more compact than one stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, as well as making it less necessary to have an additional vehicle.
It's a great option for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can hold another child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also has an array of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake that makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.
Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at the smallest 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport, and it is able to take on rough terrain like an off-roader. It can be used to carry twins, a baby and toddler or two kids who are the same age and each seat can recline independently to ensure that the children are at ease.
The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and it can fit two car seats, or a carrycot that has the option of a toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, but it offers excellent maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those who want a stylish and practical buggy.
If you're looking for a budget there are plenty budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, an infant in a seat, or three kids if you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features a simple, self-standing fold as well as a big canopy that gives both kids some protection and includes a peekaboo window. It's also light for a double buggy and has a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.
