What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side that has tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate kids up to 50lbs per seat.

A great barebones budget thule double stroller with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents with different heights.

Size

double pushchair with car seat pushchairs are generally larger than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These buggies that are lightweight have surprisingly low price tags.

Weight

The lighter the double buggy, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It's got many features, including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in just a few seconds and a four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to navigate narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. With a price of just over P1,000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A double jogging stroller buggy is a great option for parents with twins, or even a baby and toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep the track of your children and keep them safe when you're out at the park or shopping. Many also have a wide range of seat configurations that allow you to modify to your child's needs as they develop, and some have the option to add a ride-on or car seat.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can fit two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors allow you to change from single to pushchair double in seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to do and quick.

Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal for negotiating narrow doors and aisles, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras including raincovers and liner.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children seated together. This can make them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver over and up kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single-seater and may be too long to pass through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested the buggy has elevated stadium-style seating for both seats so that your children can have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; and an individual cup holder for parents. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be fastened and removed with just one hand. It's also simple to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as is possible and also stores by putting the backrest up for easy access.

This is the ideal choice for families looking to expand with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and three children when you add a 'PiggyBack board'. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs as well as for use in cities. It's also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.