What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to fit through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

It's also extremely light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are generously sized and have peekaboo windows.

Size

A spacious shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions are the most important aspects to look for in a double buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a traveler or the possibility of adding a car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you need to take your kids on public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from the beginning take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with a clever frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have the option of recline and can be set up in a different way, which gives you the option of having one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other looks out at the surrounding. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin umbrella stroller pushchair on the market and is only 63cm wide, so can fit through the majority of doors. It can take two car seats or one carrycot, and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggy that converts to single buggies that have the children positioned in a row they are a popular choice for twins or parents of a baby and a toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a toddler or even three kids when you add the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It is able to be used in single or double mode. You can even attach a single stroller on the top of it for extra storage space.

Weight

A good double 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 traverse more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different age groups.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that are compatible with the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice for parents of children with medical issues and would prefer not the need to purchase separate strollers double.

They are generally larger than side-byside buggies and are difficult to fit into doorways and on public transport. If this is important to you, look through the product's specifications to see what alternatives are available.

If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair available take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side by side double stroller-by-side on the market at just 64cm wide. It can be used by twins who are just born or one baby and one toddler. It is built to last and offers superior functionality with large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids, with piggy backboards (which you must purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing carry strap and fold to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's a great value option for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great choice for storing two strollers. This side-by-side model has an extremely smooth fold and the clever frame expands in width when folded so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doors and on public transportation, as well as eliminating the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great option for parents who have twins as it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another child on the buggy's "piggyback board. It also offers an array of configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake, which allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option. It has the smallest footprint side-byside on the market with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with an infant, or two children with the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seats or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's a little longer than some other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent choice for those who want a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty of budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit babies in the carrycot or a toddler in the seat, or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with the pizazz. It has a simple, self-standing fold, and a big canopy that provides children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It's also fairly light for a double buggy and comes with a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.