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A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs

This is the double stroller you need if you want a lightweight stroller that is easy to push with one hand. It's also simple to transport up and down the stairs.

It comes with two fixed seats with up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy with windows that can be seen from a distance.

Size

The Joovy Kooper X2 double buggy from birth stroller is a side-by-side double stroller. It can be used by two children who weigh up to 50 lbs. Its seats are larger large than other lightweight double strollers and the canopy has spacious SPF 50 sunshades, with windows that peek out. Other features that are important include one-parent cup holders and an enormous, self-standing basket that can hold up 25 pounds; swing-away bars for kids to get out and in their seats and the front wheels that swivel lock to allow for better maneuverability on rough terrain. It's a great choice for suburban and urban families. It also comes with a newborn-friendly a double set that includes a wedgie to help you sleep in a lying-flat position.

Weight

The weight of double buggies will determine the ability to push. Typically, a light buggy will be easier to lift and carry, but may not have enough suspension to deal with bumps and uneven terrain.

Make sure to read the specifications of each model before purchasing. Some double buggies have a maximum seat weight and others have an overall frame limit. Some also fold with the seats removed, making them lighter and more compact, which can be useful if storage space is at an all-time low.

The tri-fold doubles are generally the lightest of models since only one hand is required to lift the lower and back sections. They are also a bit smaller than buggies with side-by-side sides and are able to fit through most doors. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest tri-fold doubles on the market, and can comfortably accommodate twins or a toddler and baby.

Tandem buggies are perfect for families with growing children since they begin as a single stroller and can be adapted to accommodate a second seat such as a car seat or carrycot. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, so they can expand with your family as high as a 3rd child. They are generally heavier than tri-fold doubles. However, they're usually easier to move up and down kerbs thanks to the weight being more evenly distributed.

Folding

The best twin stroller double buggies for small children can fold up in just a few minutes. Our Lab experts appreciate this feature as it helps them to fit the buggies in the back of their car and free up storage space when they are not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example has straps that can be pulled up on each seat and the entire thing folds down. Even our oldest testers were able to do this tri-fold with just one hand.

The lightweight Delta Children LX Side by Side is a good alternative for a small double buggie. Its lightness is a plus but also the features it has large pop-out canopy which include SPF 50 protection and a windows that peek out at you; swing-away bars to help youngsters get in and out of their seats; and reclining chairs and leg rests designed for toddlers.

Manoeuvrability

One of the most important aspects to take into consideration when selecting a small double buggy is its manoeuvrability, particularly how easy it is to get around with both children in the. Certain pushchairs, like the iCandy Orange with its 'cinema seating' (where the back seat is elevated) are more efficient at this than others.

This is where narrow tandem buggies and side-by-side designs can come in useful. However, they are slightly longer overall and can be tricky to maneuver through doorways.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this as it's a relatively small pushchair that allows for two seats to be added and the most important thing is the 'piggyback' board which can carry an additional child.

Other three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot extremely agile, particularly with its clever 'dot kit' that turns into an inline buggy. It comes with different seating configurations for kids of varying ages and even allows the front seat to be turned to face the parents for optimum face-to-face bonding. It has an ample storage basket and is easy to fold. It is an excellent choice for growing families!

Comfort

Parents can keep both children within sight at the park, in the grocery store, or any other place with narrow tandem buggies or side-by-side buggies. These lightweight doubles can carry two children of up to 50 lbs per seat and come with generous pop-out canopy that extends far enough to offer real shade with peekaboo windows and padded leg rests for the little ones to kick back and relax. They also come with convenient cup holders that can be reversible and placed on the seatback. They also have a single parent cup holder, plus a large underseat basket.

Add the phil&teds Double Kit to your dot buggy when you are starting out with a growing household. It transforms it into a double umbrella stroller-inline stroller, which is perfect for toddlers and infants alike. The innovative 3-wheel design gives an excellent maneuverability and simple kerb pop, whilst the sling seat is a fab newborn-friendly option that will allow for a perfect face-to-face bonding. As your children grow older you can simply change the sling out for an infant car seat adapter and you're set to go. You're ready for your next adventure, with a luxurious travel bag and rain cover included!