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 accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It features a self-standing folding mechanism and handy carry straps that make it easy to carry.

It's also light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are the most important elements to look for in a double buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a traveler or if you can add a car seat or carrycot. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your children in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from the beginning take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side-byside buggy with a frame that can expand widthwise to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This allows you to allow one child to relax and take a nap while the other observes the surrounding. You will get a huge 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 pushchair on the market and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can be used with two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with 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. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can expand with your family. It has 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a 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 either mono or double mode. You can also attach a single stroller on the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy is lightweight and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, in the ideal case it is suitable for twins or siblings of different ages.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that fit popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase separate twin strollers for newborns.

They tend to be wider than buggies that are side-by-side, and are harder to fit in doorways or on public transportation. If this is important to you, look through the product's details to determine whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking for the smallest double buggy sale pushchair on the market take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. It's the slimmest side-byside available at 53cm in width and double pushchair from birth can be used by twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It is built to last and offers high-quality performance with air-filled tyres that are all-terrain but equally comfortable cruising around town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids with piggy backboards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds to make it simple to transport. It also comes with front and back suspension to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies. It's an excellent value choice for older children.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be compact to store, and a suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. 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 much 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 an excellent 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 buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers a great range of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating to give the children both views of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake built into the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market, measuring 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double-doorway on public transport, while it can still take on 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, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and it can fit two car seats or a carrycot with an infant seat. It's slightly longer than some other doubles, but it provides great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's a great option for those looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty of budget double buggies such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate a newborn in the carrycot and an infant in the seat or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board branded with pizazz. It comes with an auto-standing fold, a canopy that protects children and a peekaboo feature. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your things like shopping.