Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
You might opt for a lightweight frame that can accommodate two car seats during the baby days. The best choices include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double or Joovy TwinRoo+.
This model lets you rotate the car seat in the same or opposite direction. It also comes with a large storage bin, which can be accessed without having to remove the infant carriers. It can also be easily fit through the majority of doorways.
Folding Ease
The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a huge, beautiful twin stroller. It can carry two infant car seats if equipped with the appropriate adapters (car-seat adapters are sold separately). It glides, pushes and turns like a single-seater stroller. It has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, a large UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out at the sky and padded five-point security harnesses that are simple to fasten and unfasten. The toddler seat included can be used, or you could add the RumbleSeat which is a bassinet-like seat for infants and young children. The large storage basket has plenty of space to store everything you need and comes with four cup holders, as well as a place to store your phone or purse.
It can be a challenge to fold, particularly if you are holding the handlebar in one hand while holding the child's seat in the second. You'll also need remove the rear seat from its base in order to fold the stroller, which is more time-consuming than the other double strollers that we tried. Thankfully, the company has changed the Vista to be compatible with the latest car seat adapters. The new version (launched in April 2023) is compatible with the original adapters as well as the latest ones. It can even be folded with two adapters attached simultaneously.
The Joovy TwinRoo+ is our preferred twin stroller frame that fits infant car seats. It works with 23 different car seat models and is able to carry twins in infant carriers side by side. It is a favorite for parents who drive small vehicles. The clever design cuts down the overall length so that it can fit better into certain trunks. The seats are cushioned and comfortable, and can recline to various positions with the touch of a button. The buckles were among the easiest to secure and remove in our tests.
The only drawback of the TwinRoo+ is its bench seat, which is designed for an older child of at least 2 1/2 years old. It's not suitable for twins and siblings of similar age. However, it's a great option for families who wish to jog and its sturdy construction means that the frame won't wear out as quickly as some other tandems we've tried.
Wheel Suspension
The wheel suspension on twin strollers with car seats is a feature that makes it more comfortable for children. This is especially true when you're walking on bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspension typically have larger wheels and more shocks. The more shocks a stroller has the smoother its travel.
In addition to being simple to steer, good wheel suspension makes a twin stroller with car seats more robust. It will help it to last longer, which is a plus for those who plan to use it for multiple children or for a long amount of time.
One of the best twin strollers that come with car seats for infants has an excellent suspension on the wheels, and it's a model that's been around a while the Baby Trend Snap-N'Go
double buggy sale. It has a lot of features that parents love, such as two cup holders, a parent console with a cup holder, and an storage basket that can hold a lot. It has a height adjustable handle that is ideal for taller parents.
Chicco BravoFor2 is another popular option for twins using infant car seats. It is a sit-and-stand stroller that can be used with a single infant car seat in the front or as twin strollers. It offers plenty of storage space and is relatively compact when folded. It has some nice extras, such as magnetic crotch belts that can be opened or closed with just one hand.
It also comes with a five-point harness, which is important because it keeps your children safe in case of an accident. It's not often present on strollers, but it should be mandatory for any family with infants or toddlers.
The Contours Options Elite V2 is another top option for twin strollers that accommodate carseats. It comes with all of the features we love, including reversible seats and one-hand reclining, compressing padding in both seats, adjustable leg rests, zippered extensions to the canopy as well as extra-large storage. It also has adjustable height for the handles as well as a new seat design that makes it easier to reverse the seats while on the move.
Canopy
A good canopy keeps your children safe from sun or rain, and a few models have extra features like an open window or adjustable handles. One of our top picks, the BravoFor2, features the front seat with an adjustable buckle that can be adjusted to the waist and shoulders. This makes it possible for a single caregiver to take two kids out. The bench seat can only be used by children who are at least 2 1/2 years old therefore it's not suitable for twins or younger siblings. However, we liked the fact that it folds down into a compact size and has handles on both sides to help move it to your car.
Some parents prefer a double stroller that can be used side-by-side as it is less likely to create sibling conflicts. These types of strollers also allow you to see both children at the same time which makes it easier for a parent to supervise and converse with them. On the flip side, side-byside models tend to be heavier and longer than single strollers.
If you're looking for a lightweight option, our budget pick, the Baby Trend
Double Pushchairs With Reclining Seats Snap N-Go is an affordable and highly rated option. It accepts two car seats for infants and the newer version allows the seats to be positioned in any direction. We found the most recent version to be less bulky than its predecessor, but it still weighs more and is a little larger than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
Jeep's Urban Glide 3 is our top-rated twin-jogger for parents that prefer to run. This stroller can fit one car seat at any given time. It can also be used with 23 different car seat brands using the click-in-adapter, despite the fact that it doesn't come with an infant carrier integrated. It's a sturdy, well-built stroller, that can carry heavy loads without stress. We also liked the way the handles could be adjusted to fit your height.
If you have two children of the same age, you might prefer a sit-and-stand model such as the Joovy Twin Roo+. This stroller can fit the infant car seats or one toddler seat, and comes with a standing platform for older children to stand on. It's more expensive than our budget-friendly stroller but the company behind it is a small family business with outstanding customer service.
Seating
If you're thinking of using car seats for twins who are infants A stroller that can accept these will be crucial. A majority of our top-scoring
double pram and pushchair strollers work with car seat adapters, making them compatible with all the top brands. The UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double stroller can fit two car seats. The Joovy Twin Roo+ can accommodate one car seat as well as a bassinet. We prefer strollers compatible with multiple infant car seats due to the fact that you can choose from a wide range of prices and not be tied into a single brand.
You'll need to decide whether you prefer a tandem or side-byside stroller. A twin stroller that is side-by-side offers an older-fashioned seating arrangement, and it's easier to maneuver -- especially in restricted spaces or when crossing curbs. A tandem stroller on the other hand it can be more unstable and requires more room between the seats. The different seat heights could also lead to fighting between siblings.
Fortunately, we've found that there are plenty of stroller options that can be used by families with twins in the infant stage or children of the same age. For instance, the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand 2.0 double stroller is a highly-rated option that's compatible with car seats (the Secure-Lift 35 and the EZ-Lift 35 Plus). This lets parents transfer their children from their vehicle to the
double pram and pushchair stroller with ease.
The rear and front baskets of the stroller are spacious. These baskets are great for storing all your essentials, including diaper bags, extra clothes and backpacks. Plus, the front storage has a dedicated compartment for your keys and phone. The baskets are equipped with mesh sides to prevent items from falling out, meaning you don't need to keep rummaging for them.
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is an alternative that is affordable. It has the same level of versatility as some of our award-winning strollers. Its seats can be transformed into two toddler seats, or modified bassinets. They can be combined with two infant car seats. This makes it an ideal option for twins from birth to early childhood.