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 take 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 and down the stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows and openings that peek out.

Size

A spacious shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are key aspects to look for in a double buggy. You might also want to consider whether it's a traveler or if you can add an infant car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport, or for long distance journeys.

Take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double buggy you can use right from the beginning. This side-byside model comes with an intelligent frame that expands widthways to to accommodate two children. The seats come with an option to recline and can be placed independently, giving you the option of one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other one gazes out at the surrounding. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as a peekaboo feature.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest twin pushchair from birth pushchair that is available on the market. It measures only 63cm in width, so it should be able to pass through most doors. It can take two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins, or parents who have 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 popular tandem that can grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins, a child and a toddler or even three children when you include the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It has soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs and can be utilized in double or mono mode. You can also attach a single stroller on the top of the unit for extra storage space.

Weight

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

Many double buggies are compact and come with frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that match popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices if you want to avoid having separate strollers for your younger children with medical conditions.

They tend to be wider than buggies that are side-by-side, and are harder to squeeze into doorways and on public transportation. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives if this is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. It is the tiniest side-by-side available that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins, or an infant and a toddler. It has a robust design and superior functionality and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to whizz around the city.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins with one baby and one toddler or two kids with piggy backboards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds to make it simple to transport. It also comes with front and back suspension to help you deal with rough terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option to store the double buggy. This model is a side-byside and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it more compact than one stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, while eliminating the need for a second vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate a third child on the 'piggybackboard that is part of the buggy. It also offers a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated that give both kids a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with a handbrake, which makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at the smallest 63cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport, while it can still take on rough terrain like an off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and one or two children with the same age. Each seat reclines independently, so the children are able to sit comfortably.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with two car seats, or a carrycot that has an infant seat. It's a little larger than other doubles, but it provides excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who are looking for an elegant but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty affordable double pram pushchair buggies available such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit a newborn in a carrycot or an infant in the seat, or three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board branded with the pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold, and a large canopy that offers children some security and also has a peekaboo window. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.