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 folds up self-standing and handy carry straps to make it easy to schlep.

It's also extremely easy to move up and down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows and openings that peek out.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspension are essential elements to look for in a lightest double stroller buggy. You may consider if it's a travel system or whether the car seat or carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport or on long trips.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has an intelligent frame that expands widthways to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This lets you allow one child to relax and sleep while the other one is watching the surroundings. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy as well as the ability to peek into the future.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest twin pushchair available on the market. It is only 63cm in length and should fit through most doors. It can take two car seats or a carrycot, and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which feature the children sitting side by side is a popular option for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. However, they tend to have a larger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doors.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or even three kids if you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It is equipped with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It can be used in mono or double mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller to the top of the unit for additional storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy must be lightweight and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to allow it to maneuver over rough terrain and, in the ideal case it is suitable for twins or siblings of different ages.

Many compact double buggies have frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with branded adaptors that are compatible with the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options if you want to avoid having separate strollers for your younger children with medical conditions.

However, they tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies and may be more difficult ready to grow double stroller maneuver through doors and public transport. If this is important to you, check the product's specifications to see what alternatives are available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It is the tiniest side-by-side available with a 63cm width. It is able to carry twins, or an infant and a toddler. It's a sturdy design and superior functionality with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to go about the city.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic option. It can hold twins or a baby and toddler or two children with the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It comes with a carry strap that is self-standing and can fold to make it easy to transport. It also has 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 the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's a great value option for older children.

Folding

A good double stroller needs to be slim for storage. A suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-byside model has an extremely smooth fold and the frame's clever design expands in width when folded to make it smaller than an individual stroller. This makes it easier to navigate doorways and on public transport, while it also means you don't need an additional car to push the buggy around.

It's an excellent option for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers an array of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives the children both views of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint available at the smallest 63cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are concerned about fitting a double through doors and on public transport. However, it can also take on rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and baby or two children of the same age, and each seat can recline independently to keep the kids at ease.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a bit longer than some other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces and is a great option for those who want a stylish but practical buggy.

There are many inexpensive double seat stroller buggies available, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, a toddler in the seat, or three kids if you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features an auto-standing fold, a canopy that provides protection for children and the ability to peek inside. It's also relatively light for a double buggy, and comes with a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.