Buying a Tandem lightweight double buggy Buggy

A tandem double buggy could be a great choice for twins or children who are close in age. They are smaller than side by side buggies and are great for narrow spaces like doors, public transport and terrain that is rocky.

Many convert into travel systems that take 2 carrycots or car seats. However, they can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and may feel less stable bumping up the kerbs.

Convertible

If you're looking for convertible stroller that converts from single to double stroller to double or to add a second seat to an existing one, there are a variety of options available. The Vista V2 from UPPAbaby is spacious, gorgeous stroller that can easily be converted from a single model to double buggy for Twins by incorporating the rumble seat (available separately). It is more expensive and less maneuverable since the second seat is placed in front of the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow is a similar model but lacks storage underneath the seat when it is used as a double stroller.

Other options include twin buggies that have all-terrain wheels and joggers with fixed wheels that can hold two children. These tend to be more expensive, but they're made for long trips over rough terrain and can have more resale value.

Independent recline of the seat

If you need a double buggy that can carry children of different age groups, then you'll need a buggy that has an recline that is independent for both seats. This allows your older child to be able to relax while your baby is sleeping in a bassinet and vice versa.

You'll also need to think about the size of the pushchair as this will impact the ease of navigate through doors and on public transport. If your doorways are very narrow, you may think about a side by side pushchair, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller, but it can accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies generally are smaller than side-byside models and so aren't as difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs, but they can accommodate a bigger range of car/car/seat combinations, making them a good option for twins or siblings of various age groups. These buggies are also more expensive than single-to-lightweight double buggy buggies but they're well worth the cost if you plan to keep it for a number of years. They'll also keep some value if sold when your kids have outgrown the buggie.

Another important feature to look for is whether the seat backs can recline independently of each other as this will let you put your child in the ideal position for napping or observation. This is especially important if you have a younger child in the rear seat, who will want to lie back and take a snooze while the more mature child wants to sit up and observe their surroundings.

Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back seat of their vehicles to recline fully to a position that is almost flat, perfect for babies. For instance, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating that can recline both the included toddler seat as well as the optional RumbleSeat into multiple positions so that your children have a a choice of where to sit and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out.

More spacious than twin buggies

They are great for siblings of different age groups, and they allow you to move about without having to worry about your children touching. They're typically a bit larger too with one seat positioned behind the other, and typically offering a fully-flat recline for newborns (or an upright position for toddlers).

Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular option. It has the slimmest design of the two-in-ones on the market and a footprint similar to a single stroller. It comes with an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push and a handbrake that can be useful on hills that are steep. It is suitable to use from birth and can be paired with a variety of car seats and carrycots.

Another option is the iCandy Wave, which has a simple one-click to fold and can be used in duo or mono mode. Its innovative frame can be expanded to accommodate a second chair and can be used with up to two car seats or carrycots which makes it an ideal option for older siblings who want to sit in a group and share the view. It's a bit longer than other models, but it still isn't heavy and has a soft suspension for the kerbs.

There are also plenty of 3-wheeler inline tandems that are available - check out Phil and Teds' inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for instance that provide stability and swift steering. They are often folded into one buggy if you have limited space at home, or need to transport it from your car to the bus station.

It's important to keep in mind that a wide double buggy will be heavier and bulkier than a smaller single buggy So make sure it's what you require before purchasing. You'll need to take it on and off subways, buses, and trains often, so it should be easy to operate and manage. You might need to manage the car seat in and out when taking your child to school or the nursery.

From your birth, you are a good candidate

There will be a need for a pushchair for the whole family, whether you're expecting twins, or you have another child after having your first. Double buggies tend to be slightly heavier, bulkier and cost more than single strollers, however they can also be easier to manoeuvre in narrower entrances or around obstacles like curbs. Many double pram buggy buggies work with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an accessory). This allows you to transport three children at once.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in front of the other. They are a good option for children who are of similar ages and are good friends. However, they're not 100% secure Side-by-side chairs may punch or kick one another, and children with different heights may argue over who gets to sit higher. This problem can be solved by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat at the rear. Your child's older one will not be seated on the bottom of the car and won't be able to get a look out.

The iCandy Wave is a great option for parents looking for an easy-to-use double stroller with infant car seat buggy that converts to accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, and an older child in the main seat. It has a clever frame which expands in width when you add a second child seat. It folds flat to make it a compact storage. The cushioned straps, buckles, and seats are all of the best quality we have seen in any of our tests. The canopy is large in size, UPF 50+ protection, and windows that peek out. Both seats can be reclined independently.

The only drawback of the iCandy is that it's a little expensive but a high-quality tandem will last for a long time and will retain its resale value. So you'll probably get back some of the cost in the long run. The iCandy doesn't come with the same seating options as our other top picks. However, it's a good option for families who don't wish to spend much cash.