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 is easy to push with one hand and take up and down steps This is the perfect model.
It features a pair of fixed seats that can provide up to 30 seating configurations (including triple!). Both seats come with UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 double stroller is a side-by side double stroller double. It can hold two children who weigh up to 50lbs. The seats are bigger than the other double buggy side by side strollers with lightweights and the canopy is fitted with large sunshades with SPF 50 with windows that peek out. Other important features include cup holders for one parent and a large, self-standing basket that can accommodate up to 25 pounds; swing-away bar for children to climb in and out of their seats; and swivel lock front wheels to allow for better maneuverability on rough terrain. This is a great option for suburban and urban families. It is also newborn ready with two kits that include a newborn wedgie that allows for an optimum lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggie will determine the ease of pushing. A lighter buggy is easier to lift and carry however, it may not have as much suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.
Make sure to read the specifications of each model before you purchase. Some double buggies have the capacity to hold a maximum weight of a person and others have an overall frame limit. Some models fold down with seats removed, making them even lighter and more compact this can be beneficial if storage space is at a premium.
Tri-fold doubles are generally the lightest double stroller of models, since they require only one hand to lift the top and bottom sections. They are also narrower than buggies with side-by-side sides and are able to fit through most doorways. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest trifold doubles on the market and can comfortably hold twins or a toddler and a baby.
Tandem buggies start out as a single pushchair and have adapters to add an additional seat, carrycot or car seat which makes them an ideal choice for growing families. Some, like the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, so they can expand with your family, with a third child. Doubles are heavier than tri-folds, but because the weight is evenly dispersed, they are more comfortable to move around.
Folding
The best small double buggies fold easily and can be folded in a matter of minutes. This feature is appreciated by our Lab experts because they can put the buggies inside the back of their vehicles and save space when they're not in use. For example the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that can be pulled up, and the entire thing folds down -- it's a trifold that even our most senior testers could accomplish with just one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is another great choice for double buggie. 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 little ones climb in and out of the seats and reclined seats and leg rests for smaller kids.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important factors to take into consideration when selecting a compact double buggy is its maneuverability, particularly how it is simple to move around with both children aboard. Certain pushchairs double are more efficient than others at this and include the iCandy's "cinema seat" (where the back is elevated).
The narrow tandem buggies are good at this, as are side-by-side designs. These buggies can be a little longer and may be difficult to maneuver through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 pushchair is a great example, as it's a comparatively compact model that can accommodate two additional seats, and - most importantly - an auxiliary board that can accommodate a third child.
Other three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot also incredibly agile, especially thanks to its clever 'dot kit' that turns it into an inline buggy. It has two different seating options for children of various ages, and the front seat can be rotated so that it faces the parents to provide more intimate bonding. It has an ample storage basket and is easy to fold. It is a great option for growing families!
Comfort
Parents can keep both children in sight 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 of up to 50 pounds each and come with generous pop-out canopy that extends enough to provide real shade with windows that peek out and padded leg rests for the little ones to sit back and relax. They also have convenient cup holders that can be reversible and placed on the seatback. They also have an individual cup holder for parents as well as a huge underseat basket.
If you're beginning with a growing family, add the phil&teds double strollers kit your dot buggy to transform it into an inline double, ideal for toddlers and newborns alike. The innovative 3-wheel design gives superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, while the sling seat is an excellent newborn-ready choice for ultimate face-to-face bonding. You can easily swap out the seat with an infant car adapter as your children grow older. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag you're set for your next adventure!