What to Look For in a double travel buggy (go to the website)

A side-byside double with small footprint (for narrow doorways and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame for kids up to 50 pounds per seat.

Budget double with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.

Size

In general, double pushchairs are wider than single models, especially when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. They also have other important characteristics that make them stand out, such as spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out; swivel lock front wheels which help navigate narrow spots like shopping aisles a one-parent cup holder and the clever fold mechanism that is able to be completed by one hand; and 10 inch back wheels that aren't designed for rough terrain but can are able to handle city streets and theme parks quite well.

These buggies that are lightweight come with surprisingly low prices.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be mindful of weight, as it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles easy. It's priced at just over $1000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A well-designed double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or an infant and a toddler. Narrow tandem buggies are great for navigating tight spaces, while side-byside models keep your children accounted for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you go to the grocery store or the park. They also come with a wide variety of seat configurations that allow you to modify the seat as your children grow, and some even offer the option of adding a ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can be used to hold two seats, or even a car-seat. The adaptors allow you to convert one seat to a double in just minutes. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to do and quick.

Tri-fold buggies, such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow aisles and doors and they can comfortably accommodate twins or even a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). They provide a spacious basket, and come with all terrain double stroller the extras you might need, including liners and rain covers.

Tandem buggies typically have your children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single seater and can be too big to pass through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested This buggy comes with raised stadium-style seating for both seats so that your children can have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as the cup holder that is single-parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be secured and removed with just one hand. The handle is simple to turn and makes it easy to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest raised to make it easy to access.

This is a great option for families who want to grow with their children. It is available in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can carry twins, a toddler and a baby or three kids when you add a 'PiggyBack board'. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs, as well in the city. It's also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids twin pushchair from birth 6 to 12 years old.