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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is slim enough to get through most doors and be used with two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

It's also extremely lightweight double stroller to carry and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows and peekaboo openings.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are the most important aspects to look for in a double buggy. You may also want to think about whether it's a traveler or the possibility of adding a carrycot or car seat. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your little ones along on public transport or longer journeys.

If you're in search of a compact cheap double stroller buggy that you can use from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features a clever frame that expands in width so that it can accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This allows you to let one child unwind and take a nap while the other observes the surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest twin pushchair available on the market. It is only 63cm in width, so it should be able to pass through most doors. It can take two car seats or a carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or parents with a baby and a toddler. However, they generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to maneuver on narrow roads or through doors.

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

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, rear and front suspensions to make it easier to maneuver over rough terrain and, ideally it is suitable for twins or siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double buggies include 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. They are a great choice if you have younger children with medical issues and would prefer not having to use separate strollers.

However, they do generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and on public transport. Check the product details for alternatives in case this is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double buggy that converts to single stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 63cm wide and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It is built to last and offers superior functionality with large air-filled tyres that are all-terrain but just as happy nipping around the city.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you need to buy separately). It is equipped with an adjustable carry strap that can sit n stand double stroller on its own and folds to make it simple to move around. It also comes with front and back suspensions to make it easier to navigate 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

A good double buggy (www.diybatteries.com blog article) needs to be slimline for storage. A suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's narrower that one stroller. This makes it easier 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 an excellent option for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also offers an array of options, including seats that are elevated that give both kids a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake, which helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option. It has the smallest footprint side-byside available, measuring 63cm. This makes it a great choice for parents who are concerned about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport, and it can still take on rough terrain like an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with one or two children who are the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in mono or tandem double buggy mode, and can be used with two car seats, or a carrycot that has the option of a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, however it has excellent maneuverability particularly on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish and practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that fits a newborn in a carrycot as well as a toddler in a seat, or three kids if you include the brand-new pizazz PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple self-standing fold, and a big canopy that gives both kids some protection and a peek-a-boo window. It's also light for a double buggy, and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.