A double push chair Buggy Is a Must-Have For Families With Two Kids

A double buggy is essential for families with two children. It is possible to navigate urban roads or off-road trails with ease while keeping your children comfortable and content.

When choosing a double stroller, there are a lot of aspects to take into consideration. First, make sure it can pass through your doorway and into your car boot when folded.

Lightweight

The prospect of bringing a second child home is a thrilling prospect, but there are also lots of practical considerations. Adding another child to the family will require reorganising living spaces, rethinking car seats, and of course, purchasing a new double buggy.

If you're looking for twins or simply require something smaller, there are lots of great options out there. Our lab experts love the iCandy Peach, which comes with a range of accessories that other brands cost extra for and folds very neatly into place to take up little space in your boot. The Peach is well-balanced and is easy to move. It may feel a little long when in double mode.

Side-by-side buggies work well for keeping children together but they are slightly larger than a single stroller. This makes it difficult to move through kerbs and up and down. Mountain Buggy Duet Luxury, with its 63cm wide, is the tiniest available. It is easy to pass through doors and into public transportation. It's compatible with a range of car seats and will adapt to your growing family and can be used as a mono and tandem buggy when your children are old enough to sit side by side.

The adjustable height handle is ideal for steering and the suspension is able to make light work of slick surfaces. It's a great choice for older kids because the seat is elevated in a stadium style. This allows them to have a better view of the action. It's not quite as light as other models, but it's still a great option.

You'll be pushing your double buggy often so it's crucial to choose a model that feels at ease to push. Look for a handle with a cushioned grip that is shaped to your height. Also, a large basket with lots of pockets and compartments. If you're not using your buggy, you should consider taking a look at how it folds up and stored.

Easy to Manoeuvre

There are some amazing double buggies on the market that make traveling with two kids much easier. The iCandy Orange, for example, is a multi-purpose option that can accommodate twins or one toddler and a baby with both car seats facing forward or backwards. It can also accommodate a third kid using piggyback's board (sold separately). Its sleek, light frame, swivel front wheels and suspension makes it easy to manoeuvre through town and on rough terrain.

Other models that are side-by-side, such as the Joie Evalite Duo are also extremely light and have a smaller footprint so they're easy to fit through doors and on public transport, and you can usually store them with seats still in place. They do require more effort to push them over kerbs, and they can be tricky on uneven surfaces. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 can be utilized in tandem mode with both carrycots and seats and can be used to push a single buggy. Its clever frame expands in width.

If you plan to travel by public transport often, think about whether you'll require a double buggy with big wheels since they tend to perform better on rough or uneven surfaces. Similarly, check how easy it is to fold and unfold the buggy and the width when folded to see if your boot will be able to accommodate it. If you reside in an area with narrow streets, consider a tandem double stroller where the child is placed behind their partner instead of sitting behind them. This will make it easier to maneuver through tight spaces.

Lots of storage

A double buggy isn't a necessity for all families, but it can make outings easier for those with toddlers or newborns. If you're looking to purchase a light model that's easy to steer take a look at the variety of double buggy converts to single buggies that are side-by-side. They have a large storage basket underneath as well as side and rear pockets that can be used to store the essentials for your baby. Some models have handles that are adjustable that can be adjusted to suit parents of different heights. They can also fold into a compact size, making them ideal to use in tight spaces or in the boot.

If you're looking for a more robust double buggy, you can choose one of the all-terrain options. They are usually twins and can be more difficult to maneuver, but they'll often come with a reclined seat for newborns and older babies and are a good option for outdoor enthusiasts as well as active families. Some allow you to convert the buggy into a running jogger, making them ideal for running and exercise.

A majority of the top double buggies are able to accommodate a variety of combinations of carrycots, car seats and seats. They are a great option for families with twins or siblings with similar age. However, it's crucial to look up the specifications of any model you're interested in.

There are two main kinds of double buggy - twin stroller side by side, where your children sit together, or tandem, where one seat is in front of the other. The main advantage of a twin buggy is that your children will be able to interact instead of having to take turns or argue over who gets the best double strollers seat. However, twin buggys tend to be larger and may be difficult to navigate through doorways and supermarket aisles.

Tandem buggies are usually slightly shorter however they're still more than single models. They are also less stable and may require dismantling in order to fit in the car boot. The majority of double buggies come with an recline for the seat independently that is nowadays a standard feature. Make sure your chosen model can be adjusted by the child's seat to a position they're most comfortable in.

Comfort

A well-designed double buggy should provide both parents and children plenty of comfort. Examine the padding on the straps and the amount of recline each seat is able to achieve. Also, check if the seats can be adjusted independently so that you can adapt them to your child's growth. Check the weight limits too and whether they both have a sun canopy or a hood to protect them from wind and rain.

If you're looking for an adaptable alternative to a double pushchair, consider a baby carrier. They're great for toddlers who want to walk, but still require an extra ride. They're also perfect for infants and newborns. Some carriers can also be used with a car seat for children to give you even more flexibility.

Some parents feel that a side by side double buggy is the best option. However there are a few innovative models to choose from, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet Luxury in herringbone. It is the thinnest double buggy side by side on the market.

The Wave tandem buggies made by Mamas & Papas are another good option. They provide more configuration options than other tandem buggies. It's initially a single pushchair, but you can add an additional seat or carrycot (and sometimes a third one) to the frame using adaptors, giving you an array of seating arrangements. It's smooth to steer and is extremely stable and Lab experts really liked how easy it was to fold. All you have to do is pull up on two straps (one under each seat) and the entire unit folds in a matter of minutes.

Buying a double buggy is an investment, however, you'll be able to use it for years and will also get a decent resale value. When looking at prices it's important to consider that buying a brand name model will let you purchase additional accessories and upgrades later. For example, some of our top-rated double buggies come with a convenient Changing Bag and Carrier included in the cost. This is an essential item that'll save you time and stress when you have to travel with your children.