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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to get through most doorways and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are the most important aspects to look for in a double buggy. It is also advisable to consider whether it's a travel system or if you can add a carrycot or car seat. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or on long trips.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side-byside buggy with frames that can be expanded to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This lets you let one child unwind and nap while the other is observing the surroundings. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative for twins. It is the thinnest twin stroller with car seats twin pushchair that is available on the market. It measures only 63cm in width and should fit through most doors. It can be used with two car seats or one carrycot, and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which have the children positioned in a row, are a popular choice for twins, or parents of 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 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 add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It is able to be used in single or double mode. You can even connect a single to double pushchair stroller to the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy is lightweight twin stroller and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket, front and back suspensions that make it easier for the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.

Many double buggies are compact and come with frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that 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 your younger children who have medical needs.

They are generally larger than buggies that are side-by-side and are difficult to fit in doorways or on public transportation. If this is important to you, check the product's specifications to see whether there are alternatives available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the thinnest side-byside available that measures just 63cm in width. It is able to transport twins or a baby and a toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and a superior function and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to whizz around the city.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins with one baby and one toddler or two kids, with piggy back boards (which you need to buy separately). It is equipped with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds down to make it easy to transport. It also comes with front and back suspensions to make it easier to navigate rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great option for storing the double buggy. This side-by-side model has a smooth fold, and the frame's clever design expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than a single stroller. This makes it easier to navigate doorways and on public transport. It also means you don't need an additional car to push the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents with twins, as it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate an additional child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats that give both kids the view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake built into the handlebar that can be adjusted which makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint available at 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double into a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like 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 children are comfortable.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seat/seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's slightly longer than other doubles, however it is extremely maneuverable especially on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.

If you're on a budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in the carrycot and an infant in the seat, or even three children if you include the PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It has a simple self-standing fold as well as a big canopy that gives the kids some protection and a peek-a-boo window. It's also light for a double buggy and comes with a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.