What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is slim enough to get through most compact double stroller doorways and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It folds up self-standing and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

The canopies are also easy to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies are large and have peekaboo windows.

Size

Double buggy features that you must look for include a large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and a sturdy frame. You might also want to think about whether it's a traveler or whether you can add a car seat or carrycot. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport or on long trips.

Take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double buggy you can use from the beginning. This innovative model is a side by side buggy that has frames that can be expanded widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you have one child relax and take a nap while the other observes the surroundings. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy, with a peekaboo window too.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can take two car seats or a carrycot, and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem Double Pram Buggy buggies, that have the children positioned in a row they are a popular choice for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. However, they generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to maneuver on narrow pavements or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or three kids when you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can buy separately). It features a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It is used in a mono or double pram stroller mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller on the top of the unit for additional storage space.

Weight

A quality double tandem pushchair buggy must be lightweight and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to allow it to navigate rougher surfaces and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of various age groups.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that match the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice for families with children with medical issues and would prefer not having to use separate strollers.

They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides and are difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transport. Review the product's details for alternatives in case this is important to you and your family.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pram and pushchair pushchair available look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side available with a 63cm width. It can be used to carry twins, or a baby and a toddler. It is built to last and offers high-quality performance with air-filled tyres that are all-terrain but equally comfortable cruising around the town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins or one toddler and one baby or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you must purchase separately). It is equipped with a self-standing carry strap and fold to make it easy to transport. It also has front and back suspensions to assist you in navigating rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic choice for storing a double buggy. This side-byside model has a very slick fold and the clever frame expands in width as you fold so that it's narrower than an individual stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, while also eliminating the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another rider on the buggy's 'piggyback board. It also offers a great range of configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating option that allows the children both views of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar that makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market with a footprint of 63cm. It is perfect for parents who worry about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby, or two children of the same age. Each seat reclines independently, so children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and it can fit two car seats, or a carrycot that has a toddler seat. It's a little longer than some other doubles, but it has great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces and is a great option for those who are looking for an elegant but practical buggy.

There are a variety of affordable double buggies, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate a newborn in the carrycot, a toddler in the seat or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board with some pizazz. It comes with an easy-to-stand fold, a huge canopy that provides protection for children and the ability to peek inside. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller and has a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your things like shopping.