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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 most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

It's also very easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows and peekaboo openings.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are key elements to look for in a double buggy. You might also want to think about whether it's a travel system or the possibility of adding a carrycot or car seat. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has an intelligent frame that expands widthways so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have a recline option and can be set up independently, which gives you the option of having one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other looks out at the world around them. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side lightweight twin buggy twin pushchair from birth on the market and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most 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 running stroller buggies are popular with parents of twins or who have a baby and toddler. They have a bigger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins or a baby and a toddler or three children if you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It is able to be used in mono or double mode. You can also attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.

Weight

A great double stroller with infant car seat buggy should be light and easy to push. It should include an ample shopping basket with front and back suspensions to make it easier for the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different ages.

A majority of compact double buggies have frames designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for families with children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

They are generally larger than side-byside buggies and are difficult to fit into doorways and on public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives if this is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 63cm wide and can be used for twins who are just born or one baby and one toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to whizz around town.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins with one baby and one toddler or two kids using piggy back boards (which you need to buy separately). It is equipped with a self-standing carry strap and folds to make it simple to move around. It also comes with front and back suspensions to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slim for storage, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side by side and has a smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, which means it's narrower that the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, while also eliminating the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents with twins, as it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold an additional child on the buggy's "piggyback board, and provides a great range of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives each child a view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted, making it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side available, measuring 63cm. It is ideal for parents who worry about fitting a double inside the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and a baby, or two children who are the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.

Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seats/seats, or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a little longer than some other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who are looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

There are a variety of affordable double buggies, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot, a toddler in a seat, or even three kids when you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It comes with a self-standing fold, a canopy that protects both children and a peekaboo feature. It's also quite light for a double stroller, and comes with a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.