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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to fit through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as handy carry straps that make it easy to move.
The canopies are also easy to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and have windows that peek out.
Size
A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are key elements to look for in a double buggy. You may want to look at whether it's a travel system, or whether a car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.
If you're looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This clever model is a side-by-side buggy that has an adjustable frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This allows you to have one child relax and sleep while the other is observing the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy and the ability to peek into the future.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option for twins. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lie-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.
Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or parents who have a baby and toddler. They do have a larger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.
The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can buy separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either mono or double mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller on the top of the unit for additional storage space.
Weight
A good double buggy is light and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket, front and back suspensions that aid the child to navigate rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different age groups.
A lot of compact double buggies have frames designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options when you are looking to avoid using separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.
They tend to be wider than buggies that are side-by-side and are more difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transport. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives in case this is important to you and your family.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-byside available at 64cm wide. It can be used for newborn twins or one baby and one toddler. It has a robust design and a superior function with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to whizz around town.
Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids with piggy back boards (which you'll need to purchase separately). Push Chairs And Prams is equipped with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds down to make it easy to move around. It also comes with front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.
Folding
A great double buggy has to be compact for storage, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it smaller than one stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transportation, and it also means that you don't require an additional car to push the buggy around.
It's a great option for parents with twins, as it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold a third child on the buggy's "piggyback board, and provides a great range of configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives the children both views of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake built into the adjustable handlebar which makes it easier to push up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-byside available measuring just 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport. However, it is able to be able to handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with one or two children with similar age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.
The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. 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 some other doubles but it offers an excellent maneuverability, 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. It's a compact side-byside that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot as well as the toddler in a seat, or three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It comes with an auto-standing fold, a huge canopy that offers protection for both children and the ability to peek inside. It's also quite light for a double stroller, and features a large undercarriage storage basket to store things like shopping.
