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Kerry says that this side-byside is slim enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing folding mechanism and easy carry straps to make it easy to carry.

The canopies are also easy to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspension are key features to look out for in a double buggy. You might be interested in knowing if it's a travel system, or whether the car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has a clever frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and sleep while the other is observing the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as a peekaboo feature.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest side-byside twin buggy pushchair on the market and only 63cm in width, it will fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggy sale buggies are popular with parents of twins or who have a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint 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. It comes with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three kids when you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can buy separately). It features a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It is utilized in double or mono mode. You can even attach a single stroller on the top of it to provide additional storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should have a large shopping basket, front and back suspensions to make it easier for the child to traverse more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.

A majority of compact double buggies have frames that are designed to take infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for parents of children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase 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 public transport. If this is important to you, look through the product's details to determine if there are any alternatives available.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pushchair available take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side on the market with a 63cm width. It can be used to carry twins, or one toddler and a baby. It has a robust design and superior functionality, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains but also happy to zip around town.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids, with piggy back boards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap that makes it super-easy to schlep, and comes with rear and front suspension to help you deal with rough terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most compact double stroller tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great option to store a double buggy. This model is a side by side and has a smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it narrower that one stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, as well as making it less necessary to have a second vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents who have twins because it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can hold a third child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also has a wide range 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.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at 64cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double in the doorway or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can be used to carry twins or a toddler and a baby or two kids who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to make sure the kids are comfortable.

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

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small double buggy side-by-side can accommodate infants in the carrycot, an infant in the seat, or even three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with some pizazz. It comes with an auto-standing fold, a canopy that protects children and the ability to peek inside. It's also fairly light for a double stroller and has a large undercarriage basket to store shopping.