What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is small enough to fit through most doorways and can take two car seats or carrycots. It has self-standing folding mechanism, as well as handy carry straps that make it easy to transport.

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

Size

A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions are the most important features to look out for in a double buggy with car seat buggy. It is also advisable to think about whether it's a travel system or whether you can add a car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you need to take your children in public transport or on longer journeys.

You should consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small, best double stroller buggy you can use from birth. This clever model is a side-byside buggy with an adjustable frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This allows you to let one child unwind and sleep while the other is observing the surrounding. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy as well as an option to peek inside.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest side-byside twin stroller with car seats pushchair available and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

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

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a toddler, or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It can be used in single or double mode. It is also possible to connect a single stroller to the top of the unit for extra storage space.

Weight

A great Double Pram Stroller buggy should be light and easy to push. It should include an ample shopping basket, front and back suspension to make it easier for the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double pushchair with car seat buggies have frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that match popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options for those who want to avoid having separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

They are typically larger than buggies that are side-by-side and are more difficult to fit in doorways or on public transport. If this is important to you, check the product details to see if there are any alternatives available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins or an infant and a toddler. It's a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to zip around the city.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids, with piggy backboards (which you need to buy separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap that makes it super-easy to schlep, and comes with rear and front suspension to help you deal with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option for storing two strollers. This side-by-side model features a smooth fold, and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than a single stroller. This makes it easy to navigate doorways and on public transport, while it also means that you don't require an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents with twins since it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate another child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also comes with many different configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children the view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has an adjustable handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint available at the smallest 63cm. This makes it a great choice for parents who are concerned about fitting a double-doorway on public transport, while it can also handle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with one or two children who are similar age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode and can take 2 car seats/seats, or an infant seat and carrycot. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it offers excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those who are looking for an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot and a toddler in a seat, or even three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has an easy-to-stand fold, a huge canopy that offers protection for children as well as a peekaboo feature. It's also fairly light for a double buggy, and has a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.