What to Look For in a Compact best double strollers Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small 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 easy carry straps to make it easy to move.

It's also extremely lightweight to carry and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and have windows that peek out.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspension are key elements to look for in a double buggy. You might consider if it's a travel system or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you have to take your kids in public transport or on longer journeys.

Take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small, double buggy you can use right from the beginning. This model is a side by side buggy that has an adjustable frame that can expand to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you have one child relax and sleep while the other one is watching the surrounding. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy, with a peekaboo window too.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin strollers for newborns pushchair on the market and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which have the children positioned side by side they are a popular choice for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. However, they do tend to have a wider footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow pavements or through doors.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three kids when you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It can be used in mono or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A quality double buggy must be lightweight and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, a rear and front suspensions to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, ideally it is suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

Many compact double buggies have frames that are designed to take infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for families with children with medical issues and would prefer not the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they do generally have a bigger space than side-byside buggies and are more difficult to fit through doorways and on public transport. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives for this if it is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-by-side available with a 63cm width. It is able to transport twins or one toddler and a baby. It offers robust engineering and superior functionality with large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around the town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler, or two children using the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it super-easy to schlep, and it has both rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies. It's also a great value option for older kids.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option for storing a double umbrella stroller buggy. This side-by-side model has a very slick fold and the clever frame expands in width as you fold so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to navigate doorways and on public transport, while it also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also comes with an array of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids an overview of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features an adjustable handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market with a footprint of 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double-doorway on public transport, while it is able to handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with an infant, or two children of similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the children are able to sit comfortably.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seat/seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a bit longer than other doubles but it is extremely maneuverable particularly on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish and practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies available like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit babies in the carrycot, an infant in the seat, or three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with some pizazz. It has a self-standing fold, a large canopy that provides protection for children and the ability to peek inside. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and comes with a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your the shopping.