What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is light enough to pass through most doorways and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.

The canopies are also easy to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies are generously sized and have peekaboo windows.

Size

Double buggy features that you must look for include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and strong frame. You may also want to think about whether it’s a traveler or if you can add a car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or for long distance journeys.

If you’re in search of a compact lightest double stroller buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an intelligent frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats come with a recline option and can be placed independently, giving you the option of one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other is looking out at the surrounding. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and is only 63cm wide, so should fit through most doorways. It can be used with two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or who have a child and toddler. However, they tend to have a wider footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy’s ‘PiggyBack’ board (which you can buy separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It is able to be used in single or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, most importantly it is suitable for twins or siblings of various ages.

Many double buggies are compact double buggy and include frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that are compatible with the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options if you want to avoid using separate strollers for your smaller children with medical issues.

However, they generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side buggies and can be harder to fit through doors and on public transport. Review the product’s details for alternatives if this is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. This is the thinnest side-byside available that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins, or a baby and a toddler. It is built to last and offers superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around town.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids with piggy back boards (which you must purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap that makes it super-easy to schlep, and it has both rear and front suspensions 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 option for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option for storing a double buggy. This side-by-side model has a smooth fold, and the frame’s clever design expands in width when folded to make it smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to get around doorways and on public transportation, and it also means you don’t need an additional car to push the buggy around.

It’s a great choice for parents with twins, since it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another passenger on the buggy’s “piggyback board. It also offers an array of configurations that include an elevated stadium seating area that gives the children both views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with an adjustable handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-byside on the market with a footprint of 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double through doors and on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby or two children with the same age, and each seat can recline independently to ensure that the children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and it can fit two car seats or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It’s slightly longer than other doubles but it is extremely maneuverable particularly on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those looking for an attractive and practical buggy.

If you’re on a budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies available such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit a newborn in the carrycot and even a toddler in the seat, or three children if you include the PiggyBack ride on board with the pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold as well as a large canopy that offers the kids some protection and a peek-a-boo window. It’s also fairly light for a double stroller and comes with a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your shopping.