What to Look For in a Compact double buggy that converts to single Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing folding mechanism and convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.

It's also easy to move up and down stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows and peekaboo openings.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are the most important aspects to look for in a double buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a traveler or if you can add a carrycot or car seat. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport, or for long distance journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double buggy that can be used from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side by side buggy with an adjustable frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats come with an option to recline and can be placed in a different way, which gives you the option of one child leaning back taking a nap while the other is looking out at the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy and an option to peek inside.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. This is the slimmest twin pushchair that is available on the market. It is only 63cm in width which means it can be able to pass through most doors. It can also be used with two car seats or a carrycot. It also has lie-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 do tend to have a wider footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow pavements or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or three children if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can buy separately). It has a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs and can be used in mono or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, a rear and front suspensions to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of various age groups.

Many compact double buggies have frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that fit the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for parents of children with medical conditions and you want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side buggies and are more difficult to fit through doorways and on public transport. Check the product details for alternatives if this is important to your family.

If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair available take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 63cm wide and can be used by twins who are just born or one toddler and one baby. It has robust engineering and superior functionality with large air-filled tyres that are all-terrain but equally comfortable cruising around the town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids with piggy backboards (which you must purchase separately). It has a self-standing carry strap and fold 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 lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

A good double buggy needs to be slim to store, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has a very slick fold and the clever frame expands in width when folded so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doors and on public transportation, while also making it less necessary to have a second vehicle.

It's a great option for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also has a wide range of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children an overview of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with an adjustable handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at 64cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a baby and toddler or two kids of the same age, and each seat can recline independently to make sure the kids are at ease.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode and can take 2 car seats/seats, or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a little larger than other doubles, but it has great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces and is a great option for those looking for an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty affordable double infant stroller buggies available, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small double stroller side-by-side can accommodate infants in the carrycot, a toddler in the seat, or even three children 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 gives children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It's also relatively light for a double buggy, and comes with a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.