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on June 19, 2024
What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says that the side-byside is small enough to pass through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.
It's also very easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are essential aspects to look for in a double buggy. You might consider if it is a travel system or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations when you have to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.
If you're in search of a compact double buggy that you can use from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has a clever frame that expands widthways so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be set up independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back relaxing for a nap, while the other one gazes out at the world around them. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy that has the option of a peekaboo window as well.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair from birth buggy from birth (Articlescad's website) pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it can fit through the majority of 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 are popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a child and toddler. However, they do tend to have a larger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doors.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a toddler, or even three children when you include the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. You can also attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.
Weight
A great double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should include a large shopping basket, front and back suspension to make it easier for the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.
A lot of compact double buggies come with frames designed to take infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.
They are typically larger than side-byside buggies and are difficult to fit into doorways and on public transport. 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 53cm in width and can be used by twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It has robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that are all terrain double buggy-terrain but just as happy nipping around the city.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler, or two children using piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It has a carry strap that is self-standing and can folds down to make it easy to transport. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's also an excellent value for older children.
Folding
A good double stroller needs to be slim to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's more compact than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transportation, and it also means you don't need an additional car to push the buggy around.
It's a great choice for parents with twins, since it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers many different configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating to give both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features an adjustable handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available measuring just 63cm. This makes it a great choice for parents who are worried about fitting a double through doors and on public transport, while it can also be able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler and an infant, or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the kids are comfortable.
The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and it can fit two car seats or a carrycot and an infant seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's a great option for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.
If you're looking for a budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that fits a newborn in a carrycot and the toddler in the seat, or three kids when you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features an auto-standing fold, a huge canopy that offers protection for children and an option to peekaboo. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.
It's also very easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are essential aspects to look for in a double buggy. You might consider if it is a travel system or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations when you have to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.
If you're in search of a compact double buggy that you can use from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has a clever frame that expands widthways so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be set up independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back relaxing for a nap, while the other one gazes out at the world around them. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy that has the option of a peekaboo window as well.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair from birth buggy from birth (Articlescad's website) pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it can fit through the majority of 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 are popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a child and toddler. However, they do tend to have a larger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doors.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a toddler, or even three children when you include the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. You can also attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.
Weight
A great double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should include a large shopping basket, front and back suspension to make it easier for the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.
A lot of compact double buggies come with frames designed to take infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.
They are typically larger than side-byside buggies and are difficult to fit into doorways and on public transport. 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 53cm in width and can be used by twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It has robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that are all terrain double buggy-terrain but just as happy nipping around the city.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler, or two children using piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It has a carry strap that is self-standing and can folds down to make it easy to transport. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's also an excellent value for older children.
Folding
A good double stroller needs to be slim to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's more compact than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transportation, and it also means you don't need an additional car to push the buggy around.
It's a great choice for parents with twins, since it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers many different configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating to give both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features an adjustable handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available measuring just 63cm. This makes it a great choice for parents who are worried about fitting a double through doors and on public transport, while it can also be able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler and an infant, or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the kids are comfortable.
The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and it can fit two car seats or a carrycot and an infant seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's a great option for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.
If you're looking for a budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that fits a newborn in a carrycot and the toddler in the seat, or three kids when you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features an auto-standing fold, a huge canopy that offers protection for children and an option to peekaboo. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.