What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says this side-by-side is light enough to pass through most doorways and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as easy carry straps to make it easy to move.
The canopies are also easy to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are key aspects to look for in a double buggy. It is also advisable to consider whether it's a traveler or whether you can add an infant car seat or carrycot. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your children in public transport or on longer journeys.
Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small double buggy that you can use from the beginning. This clever model is a side by side buggy that has an adjustable frame that can expand widthwise to accommodate two children. The seats come with an option to recline and can be set up in a different way, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back relaxing for a nap, while the other is looking out at the surrounding. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy and an option to peek inside.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative for twins. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin buggy pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lie-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies, that have the children positioned on opposite sides, are a popular choice for twins or parents of a baby and toddler. However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow roads or through doorways.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can expand with your family. It comes with 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child, toddler or even three children when you include the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It is able to be used in mono or double mode. You can also attach a single stroller on the top of the unit for additional storage space.
Weight
A good double buggy is lightweight and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, a rear and front suspension to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, in the ideal case, be suitable for twins or siblings of various ages.
Many compact double buggies have frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice if you have younger children with medical needs and you want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.
They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit into doorways and on public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives if this is important to your family.
If you're looking to find the tiniest double single pushchair pushchair on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 64cm wide. It is suitable for twins who are just born or one toddler and one baby. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains but also happy to go about town.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic option. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler or two children with piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It is equipped with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and fold to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspension to make it easier to navigate rough terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies and is a great value option for older children.
Folding
The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is an excellent option to store a double buggy. This model is a side by side and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, which means it's more compact than a single stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doors and on public transportation, while making it less necessary to have a second hand double buggy vehicle.
It's a great choice for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third rider on the buggy's 'piggyback' board, and offers a great range of configurations that include an elevated stadium seating option that allows each child a view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted that makes it easier to push it up and down hills.
Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest double buggy side-by-side footprint available at 64cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are concerned about fitting a double through doors and on public transport. However, it can also take on rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and a baby, or two children with the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode and can take 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, but it has an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent option for those who want an elegant but practical buggy.
There are a variety of budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit a newborn in a carrycot or even a toddler in the seat, or three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that provides children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It's also light for a double buggy and comes with a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.