A small double buggy (more info) That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
This is the double stroller that you need If you're looking for a light stroller that is easy to push with one hand. It's also simple to carry up and down the stairs.
It features a pair of fixed seats and offers up to 30 seating options (including triple!). Both seats feature UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a cheap double stroller stroller that is side-by-side and can accommodate two children of up to 50 lbs each. Its seats are more generously sized than those of other strollers with lightweight designs, and the canopies have spacious SPF 50 sunshades, with windows that are peekaboo. Other key features include a self-standing basket that has a capacity of 25 pounds, cup holders for one parent and swing-away bars that help children get into and out their seats. This is a great choice for urban and suburban families. It also comes with the double kit which includes a newborn wedgie for the best position to lie flat.
Weight
The weight of double buggies will determine the ability to push. Typically, a light buggy is easier to lift and carry however, it may not have enough suspension to withstand bumps and uneven terrain.
Check the specifications of each model carefully before purchasing. Some double buggies have an upper limit on the weight of the seats while others have a frame limit. Some double buggies are able to be folded with seats removed, which makes them smaller and lighter. This is useful when you're limited on storage space.
Tri-fold doubles are usually the lightest of models, since they only require a single hand to lift the back and lower sections. They are also narrower than buggies with side-by-side sides and can be accessed through the majority of doorways. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double buggy newborn is one of lightest on the market. It can comfortably fit twins, or a toddler and baby.
Tandem buggies begin as a single pushchair but come with adapters that allow you to add an additional seat, carrycot or car seat they are a great option for growing families. Some, like the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, meaning they can adapt to your family, with a third child. Doubles are heavier than tri-folds, but because the weight is evenly distributed, they are much easier to maneuver.
Folding
The best twin stroller double buggies designed for small children fold in a matter of minutes. This feature is well-loved by our Lab experts as they can fit the buggies inside the back of their vehicles and save space when not being used. 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 the tri-fold with only one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is a great option for a double buggies. Its lightness is an advantage but so are the features it offers large pop-out canopy which include SPF 50 protection and a peekaboo window and swing-away bars that help little ones get into and out of seats and reclining chairs and leg rests for young children.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important things to think about when selecting a compact double buggy is its maneuverability, particularly how it is easy to move around with two children on board. Certain pushchairs, like the iCandy Orange with its 'cinema seating' (where the back seat is elevated) are better at this than other models.
This is where narrow tandem buggies as well as side-by-side designs can be handy. However, these can be a bit longer overall and so may be tricky to navigate 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 an important feature - an 'piggyback'-style board that can be used to carry a third child.
Other smaller, three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot also incredibly agile, especially with its clever 'dot kit which transforms it into an inline buggy. It has two different seating options for children of different ages, and the front seat can be rotated to face the parents to provide more intimate bonding. It also comes with a storage basket and is easy to fold. This is a great choice for families that are growing.
Comfort
With compact tandem strollers or flexible side-by-side buggies, parents can monitor both kids at the park, at the grocery store or wherever else. These lightweight doubles can hold two children as much as 50 pounds each and come with large pop-out canopy, which extends enough to provide real shade, with window windows that can be seen from a distance and padded legs rests for little ones to sit back and relax. The doubles also have cups for both parents and a an reversible cupholder that is located on the back of the seat. They also include an ample underseat storage basket.
Add the phil&teds Double Kit to your dot buggy if you are starting out with a growing family. It can transform into a double stroller, which is great for both newborns and toddlers. The innovative 3-wheel design allows for easy kerb popping and superior maneuverability, while the sling seat offers a great option for newborns to connect with their parents. If your kids become older you can simply change the sling out for an infant car seat adapter and you're set to go. With a premium rain cover and travel bag and ready to grow double stroller to go on your next adventure!