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 you can push one-handed and carry up and down stairs This is the perfect model.
It comes with two fixed seats and up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy as well as peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a double stroller that is side-by-side and can hold two children with a weight of up to 50 pounds each. The seats are more spacious than the other double strollers with lightweights and the canopy is fitted with large sunshades with SPF 50 with windows that peek out. Other features that are important include cup holders with one parent and a large, self-standing bin that can hold up to 25 pounds; swing-away bars for children to climb out and in their seats and swivel lock front wheels to make it easier to maneuver on difficult terrain. It is a great option for urban and suburban families. It is also newborn ready with the double kit which includes a newborn wedgie for the perfect lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggy is one of the key factors that will determine how easy it is to push. A lighter buggy is simpler to lift and carry, but may not have enough suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.
Make sure to read the specifications of each model carefully before buying. Certain double stroller sale buggies come with a maximum seat weight while others have an overall frame limit. Some fold down with seats removed, making them even lighter and more compact this can be beneficial if storage space is at an all terrain double stroller-time low.
Tri-fold doubles are generally the lightest models, as they only require one hand to lift the top and bottom sections. They are also narrower than buggies that are side by side and can fit through most doors. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is among the most lightweight on the market. It can comfortably accommodate twins or a toddler and baby.
Tandem buggies start out as a single pushchair and have adapters to accommodate a carrycot, a second seat or car seat which makes them the ideal choice for expanding families. Some models, like the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating options, so they can expand with your family to accommodate three children. These doubles are heavier than trifolds, however, because the weight is more evenly dispersed, they are more comfortable to maneuver.
Folding
The best small double buggies fold up easily in a matter of seconds. Our Lab experts love this feature since it helps them to fit the buggies into the back of their vehicles and save storage space when not in use. For instance the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that are able to be pulled up, and the whole thing folds down -- it's a trifold that even our oldest testers could accomplish with just one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is a great option for double buggies. 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 get in and out of the seats and reclined seating and leg rests for younger kids.
Manoeuvrability
When picking a compact twin stroller double twin stroller with car seats, it is important to consider its maneuverability. This is a good indicator of how easy it is for both children to be able to ride in the buggy. Certain pushchairs are more efficient than others such as the iCandy Orange's "cinema seat" (where the back is elevated).
Buggies with narrow tandems can be effective in this regard and so can side-by-side designs. However, they can be more substantial overall and so may be difficult to navigate through doorways.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this since it's a small pushchair that allows two seats to be added, and an important feature - an 'piggyback'-style board that can carry an additional child.
Other smaller, three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot are also incredibly agile, especially with its clever 'dot kit' that turns into an inline buggy. It comes with two seating options for children of various age groups and the front seat can be turned so that it faces parents for more intimate bonding. It also comes with a fantastic storage basket that is easy to fold. This is a great solution for growing families.
Comfort
Parents can keep both children within sight at the park, grocery store or anywhere else with narrow tandem buggies or side-by-side buggies. These lightweight twin stroller doubles can accommodate two children up to 50 lbs per seat and come with generous 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 the little ones to kick back and relax. They also come with reversible seatback cup holders and one cup holder for parents and a large underseat basket.
If you're just beginning to build an expanding family, consider adding the double kit from phil&teds to your dot buggy to transform it into an inline double perfect for newborns & toddlers alike. The innovative 3-wheel design allows for easy kerb popping as well as superior mobility, while the sling seat offers the perfect opportunity for babies to bond with their parents. As your children grow older just 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 go on your next adventure!