What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to pass through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

It's also light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

Double buggy features that you should look for include a large shopping basket, front and rear suspension, and a sturdy frame. You might be interested in knowing if it is a travel system or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you're planning to bring your children on public transport or longer journeys.

Take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small double umbrella stroller buggy that you can use right from birth. This clever model is a side by side buggy that has an adjustable frame that can expand widthwise to accommodate two children. The seats have a recline option and can be positioned in a different way, which gives you the option of one child leaning back and enjoying a nap while the other one gazes out at their surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest side-byside twin pushchair from birth 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 comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies that have the children positioned in a row, are a popular choice for twins or for parents of a baby and a toddler. However, they tend to have a larger footprint than single to double buggy-seaters, and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow streets or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It comes with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins or a baby and a toddler or three children if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either mono or cheap double pushchair mode. You can also 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 come with an ample shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions that make it easier for the child to traverse more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different ages.

Many compact double buggies have frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that match the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to avoid using separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

However, they generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives if this is important to you and your family.

If you're looking for the most compact double pushchair on the market, check out the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside available with a 63cm width. It can be used to carry twins or one toddler and a baby. It has a robust design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to go about the city.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great option. It can hold twins or a baby and toddler, or two children using the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing carry strap and fold to make it easy to move around. It also comes with front and back suspensions to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies and is a great value option for older kids.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slim for storage. A ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-byside and has a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's smaller than a single stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and on public transportation, while also eliminating the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold a third passenger on the buggy's "piggyback board, and provides many different configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives the children both views of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push it up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market, measuring 63cm. It is perfect for parents who worry about fitting a double in the doorway or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can be used for twins, a toddler and an infant, or two children who are the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot that has a toddler seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles, but it has excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent choice for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget, there are plenty of budget double buggies such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in the carrycot or a toddler in the seat or even three children if you add a PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It features an auto-standing fold, a canopy that provides protection for both children and an option to peekaboo. It's also light for a double buggy and has a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.