Buying a Tandem Double Buggy
If you have twins or children similar in age, a tandem double buggy is a fantastic option. They're a bit smaller than side-byside buggies and ideal for navigating narrow spaces like doors, on public transport and on rough terrain.
Many convert into travel systems to use two carrycots or car seats. However, they are heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and may feel less stable as they bump up the kerbs.
Convertible
There are a variety of options to add a second seat or making a single stroller a double tandem pushchair. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a spacious, gorgeous stroller that easily converts from a single to a double by incorporating the rumble seat (available separately). However, it's expensive and less mobile than other double strollers because the 2nd seat is placed in front of the front seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice however, it doesn't have storage under the seat when it's used as a double infant stroller stroller.
Other options include all-terrain twin buggies as well as fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. They tend to be more expensive but they're designed to last longer on rough terrain and can have greater resales value.
Independent seat recline
If you require a double buggy that is able to transport children of various age groups, then you'll need a buggy that has an recline that is independent for both seats. This allows your older child to rest while the baby is sleeping in a bassinet and reverse.
It is also important to consider the width of the pushchair, as it will impact how easy it is to traverse doors and public transportation. If your doors are narrow, you may want to consider a side-by-side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller but it can accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.
Tandem buggies tend to be longer than side by side models, making them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However they can also accommodate a wider range of combinations of car seats/car seats/seats and can make the perfect choice for twins and siblings of different age. They also tend to be more expensive than single-to-double pram buggy buggies but are a worthwhile investment if you plan to keep it for many years and will retain a decent amount of resale value should you sell it on when your children are out of it.
This feature will allow you to place your child in the most comfortable position for naps or observation. This is essential if your child is in the back seat and wants to rest while the child in the front prefers to sit and observe the surroundings.
Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline into a position that is nearly flat, which is ideal for babies. The iCandy Orange, for example is a stadium-style seat that can be reclined into various positions. It also has UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out.
More spacious than twin buggies
They are perfect for siblings with different age groups, and you can move around without worrying about your children touching. They are usually a little larger with one seat positioned behind the other. The seats can be reclined fully for infants, or put in an upright position for toddlers.
Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular choice. It is the slimmest design side-by-side on the market and a footprint similar ready to grow double Stroller, autoexotic.lv, a single stroller. It also features an adjustable handle, making it easier for parents of various heights to push and an adjustable handbrake, which is helpful when climbing difficult terrains. It is suitable from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots, which means it makes an excellent travel system.
The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in either mono or duo mode with just one click. Its innovative frame expands widthways to accommodate a second chair and can be used with up to two carrycots or car seats making it a great option for older siblings that want to sit in a group and share the view. It's a little longer than other models but still feels light to steer and comes with soft suspension that is able to handle kerbs.
There are also a variety of 3-wheeler tandems inline available such as Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies for instance - which offer stability and swift steering. Most of them can be folded down to size a single buggy which is useful if you struggle with storage at home or need to lug it in and out of your car when using public transport.
It's important to keep in mind that a double-buggy with a wider width will feel bulkier and heavier than a single buggy that is smaller, so make sure you're getting what you need before you purchase. It is likely to be used on trains, buses, and subways frequently therefore it must be simple to use and manage. It is possible that you will need to move the car seat while taking your child to school or nursery.
Suitable from birth
If you're expecting twins or you have a child following your first, you're going to need to find a stroller that can accommodate the whole family. Double buggies are generally heavier, bulkier, and more expensive than single strollers. However they are also more maneuverable in tighter doorways and around obstacles such as curbs. They are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or through a separate accessory purchase) so you can transport three children at a time.
Tandem pushchairs place one child in the front of the other, so they're generally a better option if you have two kids who are close enough in age to be able to live well together. They're not foolproof. Siblings who are sitting side-by-side could kick or punch each other and children with different heights may fight over who sits taller. A tandem high-low model could solve this issue by elevating the seat to the rear, which will prevent your child's older one from being on the bottom and not having the best double strollers view.
The iCandy Wave is a good option for parents who are looking for an adjustable double buggy that can be converted into a carrycot that can fit both the newborn and the older child. It has an intelligent frame that expands in width when you add a second child seat. It also folds flat for storage that is compact. The padded seats are comfortable, the straps are easy to secure and the buckles some of the most compact double stroller comfortable we've seen on any of our tests. The canopies have a generous size, UPF 50+ protection, and a windows that peek out. Both seats can be reclined independently.
The only downside to the iCandy tandem is that it's a bit expensive. But a high-quality tandem will last for a long time and will have a high resale price, which means that in the end you'll probably recoup some of the cost. It also doesn't offer the same variety of seating configurations that some of our other top choices however, the iCandy is a good choice for families that don't want to spend a fortune.