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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.
The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and have peekaboo windows.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are essential elements to look for in a double buggy. You might want to look at whether it is a travel system, or if the car seat or carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you need to take your children in public transport or on longer journeys.
If you're in search of a compact double buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This clever model is a side by side buggy with a frame that can expand widthwise to accommodate two children. The seats come with an option to recline and can be placed independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other is looking out at the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy and the ability to peek into the future.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. It is the thinnest side-byside twin stroller pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can also be used with two car seats or a carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.
Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or parents who have a baby and a toddler. However, they do generally have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow streets or through doors.
The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that's been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). It has soft suspension that makes light work of kerbs. It can be used in a mono or double mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller to the top of the unit for extra storage space.
Weight
A good double buggy for twins buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions that make it easier for the child to maneuver through more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different ages.
Many double buggies are compact and have frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with branded adaptors that match the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices when you are looking to avoid using separate strollers for your younger children with medical issues.
They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit into doorways and on public transport. If this is important to you, check the product details to see whether there are alternatives available.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side by side available at 64cm wide. It can be used for twins who are just born or one baby and one toddler. It's a sturdy design and a superior function and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to go about the city.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great option. It can carry twins, a baby and a toddler, or two children using a piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It has a self-standing fold and carry strap to make it a breeze to transport and has front and rear suspension to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.
Folding
A good double stroller needs to be slim for storage, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side by side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and on public transportation, as well as eliminating the need for a second vehicle.
It's a great option for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional passenger on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers many different configurations that include an elevated stadium seating to give each child a view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar which makes it easier to push up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double inside the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with a baby, or two children who are the same age. Each seat reclines independently, so children are comfortable.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode and can accommodate a car seat/seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, however it is extremely maneuverable particularly on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those looking for a stylish and practical buggy.
If you're looking for a budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, an infant in a seat, or three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features an easy-to-stand fold, a canopy that protects both children and the ability to peek inside. It's also fairly light for a double stroller and comes with a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.