What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side with a small double buggy footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame to accommodate kids up to 50lbs per seat.

A budget-friendly, basic nipper double buggy that has rear and front suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents with different heights.

Size

Double pushchairs are generally more spacious than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These buggies that are lightweight have surprisingly low price tags.

Weight

The heavier a double buggy is the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be aware of weight, since it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests but still offers plenty of features, including large pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and a quick-release fold that folds flat in just a few minutes; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight shops and supermarket aisles effortless. It's also extremely affordable at more than PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Narrow tandem buggies are great to fit into tight spaces, while side-byside models will keep your children well-cared for and will help you keep an eye on them as you navigate the supermarket or the park. They also come with a wide range of seat configurations that allow you to modify to your child's needs as they grow. Some offer the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a great example. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its easy-to-use adaptors permit you to switch from single to Double Seat stroller in seconds. It comes with a huge pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to perform and fast.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. They are great for narrow aisles and doors. They also can easily accommodate twins and a large kid with the addition of UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is available separately). They offer a generous basket and come with all the accessories you could require, such as rain covers and liners.

Tandem buggies typically have your children seated side-by-side, which makes them easier to push and more stable on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a one-seater and can be too long to fit through doors.

Comfort

One of the more comfortable, lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats so your children have a great view. It also has large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests; as well as a single-parent cup holder. Testers are awestruck by the way that the seats recline by pushing a lever under each seat, and say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten with one hand. The handle is simple to twist and makes it easy to fold. It can also be stored with the backrest up for easy access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) it's a great option for families who want to be able to grow with their child. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on kerbs and in the city too. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.