A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
If you're looking for a lightweight double stroller that is easy to push one-handed and climb and descend steps, this is the one.
It has two fixed seats with up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including an angular one!). Both seats feature UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 double stroller is a side-by side double stroller. It can hold two children weighing up to 50lbs. The seats are larger than the other double strollers with lightweights and the canopy has large SPF 50 sunshades with peekaboo windows. Other key features include a self-standing basket 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 option for urban and suburban families. It is also newborn ready with two kits that include the newborn's wedgie to ensure the best compact double stroller position to lie flat.
Weight
The weight of a double buggy is among the key factors that will determine the ease to push. In general, a buggy that is light will be more easy to lift and carry, but may not have as much suspension to withstand bumps and uneven terrain.
Most double buggies come with a maximum weight per seat and some have total frame limits, so it's important to verify the specifications of each model prior to you purchase. Some fold with seats removed, making them even smaller and lighter, which can be useful in cases where storage space is an all-time low.
Tri-fold doubles are generally the lightest, since they only require one hand to lift the back and bottom sections. They're also a bit smaller than side-byside buggies, which makes them ideal to fit through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is among the most lightweight on the market. It can comfortably accommodate twins or a toddler baby.
Tandem buggies are ideal for growing families because they start as a single stroller, but can be modified to include a second child such as a car seat or carrycot. Some, like the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating configurations so they can grow with your family up to three children. These doubles are heavier than tri-folds but because the weight is more evenly dispersed, they are more comfortable to move around.
Folding
The best twin buggy double buggies for small children can fold up in just a few seconds. This feature is adored by our Lab experts because they can fit the buggies inside the back of their vehicles and save space when not being used. For instance, the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that pull up, and the entire thing folds down -- it's a trifold, which even our most experienced testers can accomplish with just one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is another great choice for double buggie. Its light weight is a plus, but its main features are: nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows, swing-away bars that aid little ones to climb into and out of the seats; and reclining seats and leg rests for smaller kids.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important things to take into consideration when selecting a compact double buggy is its manoeuvrability and how it is easy to move around with two children aboard. Some pushchairs are better than others such as the iCandy Orange's "cinema chair" (where the back is elevated).
This is where narrow tandem buggies and side-by-side designs can come in useful. However, they are more substantial overall and can be difficult to maneuver through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example, since it's a compact pushchair twin that allows two seats to be added, and an important feature - an 'piggyback'-style board that can accommodate the third child.
Other smaller, three-wheeled models, such as the phil&teds Dot are also extremely flexible. This is particularly true with its clever "dot kit" that transforms it into an inline buggie. It comes with two seating arrangements for children of various ages, and the front seat can be turned so that it faces parents to create more intimate bonding. It comes with an ample storage basket and is easy to fold. It is an excellent choice for families that are growing!
Comfort
Parents can keep both children in sight at the park, in the grocery store or anywhere else with narrow tandem buggies or side-byside buggies. These lightweight doubles are able to hold two children, up to 50 lbs each. They also have a pop-out canopy that can be extended far enough to provide real shade. The doubles also have a single parent cupholder and a reversible cupholder on the back of the seat. They also have an ample underseat storage basket.
If you're beginning with an expanding family, consider adding the phil&teds double kit to your dot buggy, transforming it into an inline double, perfect for newborns & toddlers alike. The clever 3-wheel design provides superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop. The sling seat is an excellent newborn-ready choice for ultimate face-to-face bonding. You can easily swap the seat for an infant car adapter when your children get older. With a stylish rain cover and travel bag included you're set to go on your next adventure!