What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to get through most doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up and down the stairs. The canopies are generously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

Double buggy features you should look for include an enormous shopping basket, front and rear suspension and a sturdy frame. You may want to look at whether it is a travel system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. Those are important considerations if you have to take your kids on public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an intelligent frame that expands in width so that it can accommodate two children. The seats come with the option of recline and can be positioned independently, giving you the choice of one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other one gazes out at the world around them. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy as well as the ability to peek into the future.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side best twin stroller pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it will fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a baby and a toddler. However, they generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may 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 comes with 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child, toddler, or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in single or double mode. You can also attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double travel stroller buggy should be lightweight and easy-to-push. It should include an ample shopping basket with front and back suspensions that make it easier for the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.

Many compact double buggies include frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that match the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options if you want to avoid having separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

They are typically larger than side-byside buggies and are difficult to fit in doorways or on public transportation. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives for this if it is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side by side on the market at just 64cm wide. It is suitable for twins who are just born or one toddler and one baby. It's a sturdy design and superior functionality, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to zip around town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another excellent alternative. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler, or two kids with a piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap to make it a breeze to transport and it has both rear and front suspension to help you cope with rougher terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's a great value option for older kids.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is an excellent choice for storing two strollers. This model is a side by side and has a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, which means it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier 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 choice for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another passenger on the buggy's "piggyback board. It also offers many different configurations that include an elevated stadium seating option that allows the children both views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake, which helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint available at the smallest 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double-doorway on public transport. However, it is able to be able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with one or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the kids are comfortable.

Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seats/seats, or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, however it has excellent maneuverability especially on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget, there are plenty of budget double buggies such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small double stroller side-by-side can accommodate infants in a carrycot or a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you include the PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with pizazz. It has a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that provides both kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your shopping.