A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
If you're looking for a light double stroller that's easy to push with one hand and carry up and down steps this is the model for you.
It comes with two fixed seats, and up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy as well as peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a side-by-side double stroller that can hold two children with a weight of up to 50 pounds each. Its seats are more generously large than other strollers with lightweight designs and the canopy has large SPF 50 sunshades that have windows that peek out. Other key features include a self-standing bin with a capacity of 25 lbs, cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars that help children get in and out of their seats. This is a great choice for suburban and urban families. It also comes with the double kit which includes a newborn wedgie for an optimum lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggy newborn buggy is one the key factors that will determine how easy it is to push. A lighter buggy is easier to lift and transport but it might not have as much suspension to withstand bumps and uneven terrain.
Most double buggies come with the capacity to hold a maximum weight for each seat, and some have overall frame weight limits, so it's important to verify the specifications of each model prior to you purchase. Certain double buggy newborn buggies can fold with the seats removed, which makes them lighter and more compact. This is a great option in cases where you have limited storage space.
Tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest, since they only require a single hand to lift the top and bottom sections. They're also a bit smaller than side-byside buggies, which makes them an ideal choice to fit through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is one of lightest on the market. It can comfortably accommodate twins, or a toddler and baby.
Tandem buggies start out as one pushchair, but they come with adapters to add a carrycot, a second seat or car seat they are the ideal choice for expanding families. Some, like the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating configurations, meaning they can adapt to your family to accommodate a third child. These doubles are heavier than tri-folds however, because the weight is more evenly dispersed, they are more comfortable to move around.
Folding
The most compact double buggies fold easily and can be folded in just a few seconds. This feature is adored by our Lab experts because they can fit the buggies into the back of their cars and conserve space when not being used. For example, the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that pull up, and the whole thing folds down -- it's a trifold, which even our most senior testers could do with one hand.
The lightweight Delta Children LX side by side is another excellent option for a double buggies. Its lightweight weight is an advantage, but it also has some great features: nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows swing-away bars that aid children climb in and out of the seats and reclining seats and leg rests for smaller kids.
Manoeuvrability
When selecting a compact double pram and pushchair twin stroller, it is important to take into account its maneuverability. This includes how easy it is for both children to ride in the buggy. Some pushchairs are more efficient than others, including the iCandy Orange's "cinema seat" (where the back is elevated).
Buggies with narrow tandems can be excellent at this as can side-byside designs. Buggies with this type of design can be a bit larger and may be difficult to navigate through doorways.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this as it's a relatively compact pushchair that allows two seats to be added, and an important feature - a 'piggyback' board that can be used to carry a third child.
Other three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot are also incredibly agile, especially with its clever 'dot kits' that turns it into an inline buggie. This has a couple of different seating options for children of varying ages and even allows the front seat to be turned to face the parents for optimum face-to-face bonding time. It has an enormous storage basket that is easy to fold. It is a great option for families with growing children!
Comfort
Parents can keep both children safe 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 up to 50 pounds each and come with generous, pop-out canopies that extend far enough to offer real shade with window windows that can be seen from a distance and padded legs rests for the little ones to relax and kick back. They also come with 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 car seat stroller Kit to your dot buggy when you are just beginning to build a growing household. It can transform into a double-inline stroller, which is great for toddlers and newborns alike. The innovative 3-wheel design offers superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, whilst the sling seat is an excellent newborn-ready choice for ultimate face to face bonding time. When your little ones become older you can simply switch the sling to an infant car seat adapter and you're good to go. You're now ready for your next adventure with a deluxe travel bag and rain cover!