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How Easy Is It to Push and Fold a Double Stroller?

A double stroller that is well-designed will make it easier to move around regardless of whether you're walking your toddler or jogging with your twins. It's important to find one that's easy to push and fold is essential.

Our Lab experts recommend side by side models with equal reclining, plenty of storage space and car seat adapters that can fit infants.

Seating

When looking for a double stroller, your seating options are important. You may want to consider a tandem stroller that allows one child to stand while the other sits or a side-by- tandem option that lets your children sit together.

Seating arrangements can also affect your comfort when you are navigating the busy streets and sidewalks. Find strollers with reclining chairs with footrests that recline, as well as large canopies to shade the two passengers. Beware of hanging bags on the handlebars since they can alter the stroller's weight and cause tipping.

A high-quality double stroller will include useful storage for your necessities and other essentials. Look for compartments under the seats or behind the seats. These are great places to store snacks, toys and other necessities. You can also make use of organizer bags and consoles for parents attached to the handles of the car to keep items close at hand during walks or outings.

For parents with children nearing their age A stroller with a side-byside design could be the best option. They are usually more stable and provide better visibility for both of the passengers than stacking strollers. Some options accept two infant car seat, allowing you transfer your sleeping children from the car to the pram bag and not wake them.

Parents with older kids who aren't afraid to sit separately or who prefer a little some independence may like a sit-and-stand model that allows an older child to sit on the front and enjoy a ride. This type of double stroller is not newborn-compatible and could require more maintenance in the future. However, it can be a great choice for families with active children who are looking for the flexibility of a single stroller that can be converted into a two-kid model.

The top double strollers will be sturdy and maneuverable, even in a rough terrain or tight spaces. They are also lightweight, foldable and compact to make it easy to store them in your garage or trunk. This makes them easy to carry on trips. They're constructed to last and meet the safety standards of the American Academy of Pediatricians (AAP).

Canopy

A canopy protects both passengers from direct sunlight and, in some models, a an apron that protects children's faces. Shades that are massive like the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Duallie and the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double earned our top scores for their canopy options. They both provide plenty of coverage and cover kids from head to knee, while inline models tend to skimp on shade or provide only a single canopy that covers one seat, which is difficult for siblings who need different levels of protection.

Most of our top-rated canopys can be fitted onto strollers easily. Be sure to verify the dimensions of the model prior to making a purchase, as certain canopy might require additional space in the basket for full extension, and to avoid hitting the handles when they're folded.

Some parents prefer a double stroller that includes a bassinet, car seat adapters or other add-ons to provide them with more options later on. The UPPAbaby Vist v2 Double, for example, comes with a toddler seat and an additional RumbleSeat. This makes it an ideal choice for families who have twins or young kids and require transportation simultaneously. This stroller can also be used in a unique sit-and-stand configuration for older children who prefer to ride on their own.

Other accessories that can make your stroller more functional include parent facing pram consoles or organizer bags, which help keep your essentials in reach. They're particularly useful for strollers that don't get used often or when you want to store snacks and toys away from prying eyes. Some of these accessories can be secured by a strap or snap that makes it simple to remove them once you're ready to use the stroller again.

If you're thinking of an investment that will last for a long time, look for a double stroller that is compatible with infant car seats. It can also transform into a toddler stroller that has a bench seat or glider board. The Graco RoomFor2 Travel System and UPPAbaby Vista v2 Duallie both feature a car seat-compatible bassinet, toddler seat and RumbleSeat. Both can be converted to a triple stroller by the addition of a running board which is perfect for families that have an active child who likes to be on the move.

Wheels

The type of wheels a stroller comes with makes an impact on how it is to push. Generally, larger wheels are more maneuverable and are able to handle more terrain. The material of the wheels also affects how they are to push. Rubber wheels are more durable than plastic ones and are able to handle rougher surfaces.

Stroller wheels are available in a variety of styles, sizes and materials to meet a range of requirements and environments. For instance, swivel wheels help navigate narrow spaces and make tight turns. Fixed-wheels are more stable and better for smooth surfaces. If you intend to use your stroller off-road or over rough terrain, think about getting air-filled tires instead of standard rubber tires. These tires are similar to bicycle tires and absorb shocks, making for a more comfortable ride.

Side-by-side double strollers are much bigger than tandem strollers and are difficult to maneuver through narrow entrances or store aisles. However, they offer your children equal seating space and allow them to stretch out their legs. They're generally also more maneuverable and easy to steer than tandem strollers.

If you are planning to use your stroller as a bike or run, choose a double jogger that has special all-terrain tires or jogging wheels. These are large, thicker and have sealed ball bearings that provide an easier ride on uneven surfaces. Some models, like the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Double Stroller are compatible with car seats, which let you jog with your children securely strapped to their car seats.

Other all-terrain/jogging duos, such as the Valco Baby Tri Mode Duo X, accept the addition of a second seat, but they're generally too bulky to qualify as umbrella doubles. We discovered that the buckles on this stroller were the most difficult to secure. This could be a problem if you have to squeeze two children in the stroller at the same time. This stroller is priced higher than the top single to tandem model, but it comes with high-quality components and a reasonable resale price.

Storage

A well-designed double stroller should have enough storage space for the children as well as the parents. Insufficient storage space can make it hard for a parent to complete errands or take all the equipment needed on an outing with two kids. In our Lab tests the UPPAbaby v2 double scored well in this measurement. It has a large accessible, easy-to-access basket that can accommodate up to 30 pounds.

Strollers with multiple compartments or pockets can aid families in keeping the track of small things, such as phones, keys, and wallets. A parent console or organizer bag that can be attached to the handlebars of the stroller could be a great method for parents to keep their personal belongings during outings with the children.

In addition to a large basket, the UPPAbaby Vista carries two infant car seats (though not both bassinets) It also comes with a telescoping handlebar as well as easy-to-use brakes. It also has the largest weight capacity in our line-up and it folds to fit most standard door frames.

Our test participants also discovered that the Joovy Caboose Ultralight Graphite wagon comes with a fantastic adjustable bar that is ideal for parents with different heights. The wagon also comes with two UV screens that fold down to offer full sun coverage, and its cup and snack tray holders can accommodate a lot of bottles and snacks for children.

The biggest challenge for any stroller is the ability to fold it down and return it to shape after use, particularly if you're dealing with two children in tow. It's the reason it's essential to choose a model with a smooth and easy fold. The UPPAbaby Vista v2 and Evenflo Pivot Xpand both have an easy-to-use, single-handed mechanism that lets parents quickly and efficiently fold their stroller, no matter which configuration they're in.

While a pram double stroller may seem like a daunting purchase, parents who plan to use the product for a number of years should keep in mind that they'll usually spend more on this kind of stroller than single strollers. It's also worth looking into whether the stroller is able to be disassembled into smaller pieces for storage and transport this is a vital factor if you're in a tight living or vehicle space.