What to Look For in a
Compact Double BuggyKerry says that this side-byside is small enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.
The canopies are also easy to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows as well as peekaboo openings.
Size
Double buggy features that you should look for include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and strong frame. You might be interested in knowing if it's a travel system, or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you have to take your kids on public transport or on longer journeys.
You should consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double buggy you can use from birth. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that expands widthways so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be placed independently, giving you the option of having one child leaning back taking a nap while the other is looking out at the surrounding. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy that has the option of a peekaboo window as well.
Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it can fit through the majority of doors. It can also be used with two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies that have the children positioned side by side is a popular option for twins or for parents of a baby and toddler. They do have a larger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins or a child, toddler or even three children when you add the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It features a soft suspension that makes light work of kerbs. It is utilized in double or mono mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.
Weight
A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, a rear and front suspension to allow it to maneuver over rough terrain and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different ages.
Many compact double buggies have frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also come with branded adaptors that fit popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices if you want to stay clear of separate strollers for your younger children with medical issues.
However, they generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transportation. If this is important to you, check the product details to see whether there are alternatives available.
If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair available look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside available, measuring only 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins, or one toddler and a baby. It is built to last and offers superior functionality with large air-filled tyres, which are all-terrain but also great for cruising around town.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler, or two kids with piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It has a self-standing carry strap and folds to make it simple to transport. It also comes with front and back suspensions to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.
Folding
The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option for storing two strollers. This model is a side by side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's narrower that one stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and on public transportation, while also reducing the need for a second vehicle.
It's a great option for parents with twins, as it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold a third passenger on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers an array of configurations that include an elevated stadium seating area that gives the children both views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features an adjustable handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.
Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at 64cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a
double running buggy in the doorway or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can be used to carry twins, a baby and toddler or two children who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to ensure that the children are comfortable.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can be used with a car seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's slightly longer than some other doubles but it offers an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who want an elegant but practical buggy.
If you're on a budget there are plenty budget double buggies like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit infants in the carrycot or a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board branded with some pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that gives the kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also fairly light for a
double to single buggy stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.