How to Choose the Best Double Stroller

If you're looking for a double stroller there are plenty of options. Katie Billingsley, a child development expert and mother, has helped us choose the right model for you.

Look for a stroller that's fairly easy to fold, push and carry. And consider a model that's versatile enough to accommodate two car seats for infants or a toddler and an adult rider board.

Safety

Choose a double-stroller which has all-terrain wheels and a brake that is operated by hand if you want to keep the kids safe while walking. These wheels and brakes help you navigate trails and sand without children falling or rolling. The best double strollers come with ample storage space to store equipment and essentials for kids like snacks and toys.

The first step to choosing the right double stroller is to figure out the age of your children and how far apart they are. Many double strollers only allow one child seat, however, those do come with a variety of configurations so you can select the seat that best suits your kids and your lifestyle.

The classic doubles are perfect for children of similar age who are keen to interact. Certain models feature a double pushchair sale-decker design, which allows the user to place one seat above the other or add a rider board for older siblings. Babies can be placed in a bassinet, which is attached to the frame, or as an individual attachment that offers an unobstructed view of your baby. If you are expecting twins or already have twins and want to have a twin stroller, it is the best choice.

Choose a stroller with two wheels that can handle off-road terrain and even hiking. A majority of these strollers are designed with active parents in mind and come with features that let you take your children on any adventure, no matter how rough the road or how steep the climbs might be.

In addition to all-terrain tires the best double strollers have thoughtful features that make navigating difficult terrain and weather more enjoyable. For example this stroller for jogging has a wrist loop for your child, so you'll be able to ensure that they're safe when you run downhill or at faster speeds. It also has an all-over canopy that's ventilated to keep your kids cool in the summer heat.

If you're looking for a light compact double stroller look at this model from Joovy. It weighs just over 23 lbs, making it lighter than some single strollers and perfect for air travel or storage in overhead compartments or trunks. Additionally, it comes with an enormous storage basket as well as a one-step linked parking brake that is easy to use.

Seating

In contrast to the massive strollers of old, today's double strollers are sleek and support an array of designs to accommodate families. Some double strollers are designed to be used as side-byside models, and others, like the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Dual Stroller, can be used as an alternative to car seats, toddler seats, and bassinets. They come in a variety of widths and weight limits to accommodate children from birth to kindergarten.

A good double stroller will be easy to fold and maneuver and allows you to adjust your handlebar height to ensure you are at ease on all your excursions. A well-designed handlebar is one that is easy to hold and should allow you to walk in a proper posture (ask parents for advice on this). It should offer a variety of storage options to fit all the necessities your children will require.

If your twins are similar in age, you could find a tandem stroller works best for your family. These models have seats that are side-by-side, which means you can interact with them both and keep an eye on both of them simultaneously. They also recline independently, so one child can rest while the other is ready to go.

The drawback of twin pushchair strollers is that it's larger than a single-occupant model, which can make it difficult to maneuver around walkways, aisles for shopping and narrow doors. But for some families, the advantages are worth the extra space and effort.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy with car seat stroller, the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double is a great choice. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double is a great option for city dwellers due to its shock absorption capabilities, elegant design, and ability to accommodate two infant car seats. It also has an optional running board that can be used by older children who are mobile.

A wagon-style double stroller, such as the Delta Children LX Stroller Side-by-Side is another alternative. It's a basic model however it has plenty of storage and seating space. It also comes with heavy-duty wheels that can tackle any terrain. It also has a canopy with a 50+ SPF and adjustable handlebars. Some parents complain that the seats are a little too low and don't recline completely to a flat position, making it difficult for small double stroller children to get comfortable or reach their snack trays.

Simple to use

A double stroller is often an investment of a large amount and one you're likely to use for many years. When choosing a stroller you must ensure that it's simple to operate and clean. Luckily, the top double strollers are designed to be as user-friendly as is possible and come with a wide array of convenient features for parents.

For starters, all of the strollers we tested fold up easily and compactly (with only one hand!). They're also light, which makes them ideal for traveling. A majority of them are gate checked on airplanes and fit in most trunks. In addition, the majority of our testers found that their strollers folded down to smaller dimensions than the single seat models, and some even had a carry strap for convenient carrying.

The Valco Snap Duo trend is double stroller with many options that can adapt to the needs of your family. This side-byside stroller is compatible with infant car seats as well as other accessories. It can be used from birth up to the age of preschool. Each seat comes with a 5-point harness and an enormous canopy that offers ample protection from the sun.

The Joovy Twin Roo is another option that is highly regarded. It is light and incredibly compact, measuring just 22 pounds and 26 inches wide when it's folded. The front seat reclines almost to a flat position, and the back seat can be adjusted to suit every child. This stroller is easy to operate and maneuver due to its large storage basket, simple parking brake that is one step and a large storage basket.

The only downsides to the Joovy Twin Roo are minor and specific to that model. Kerry says that the packaging was fun and innovative, but it came in five boxes that could be trouble to carry around. She also found that the Genuis magnetic buckle was a little awkward and took a while to master. She was satisfied with the stroller, however, and would recommend it.

Storage

Strollers come with a variety of sizes and shapes, ranging from tandems with side-by-side doubles to tandem (single-file seating) designs, and many allow you to modify your layout by adding a bassinet or a car seat attachment. Some even have add-on rider boards for older children. They're not all created equal. Some are lightweight and easy to use while others are heavy, bulky and difficult to fold.

If you're looking for a lightweight double stroller, check out the Joovy Caboose Ultralight Graphite. It was the lightest stroller we tested in our tests, with a weight of less than 23 pounds. It folds easily and has All Terrain Double Stroller the features parents need for a great day out with two kids.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double infant strollers is a different model that our testers adored, especially for its sleek design and user-friendly. It can accommodate two infant car seats or a toddler seat and a bassinet without adapters. Its rear seat can be removed to turn it into a quad or triple stroller. It comes with a huge basket for storage, and it can be upgraded with a parent organizer and all-terrain tires, as well as storage bags for the sides.

Billingsley says the ideal double stroller for a two-year-old is one that has various options for customization, such as a removable seat or bassinet. This is because toddlers typically have little endurance, so having a stroller that has an attachment for a bassinet will provide them with a safe space to rest for a nap. She says a double stroller should have a good harness system and recline positions, as well as plenty of storage space for snacks and toys.

The ZOE Twin+ is a popular choice among parents due to its light weight and the versatility. It is airline gate-check friendly, fits through most doorways (without taking off the wheels at the front) and can be converted to a triple or quad stroller by adding an additional tandem. Its near-flat independently reclining seats, extra-long sun canopies and adjustable footrests are additional highlights, while its spacious underseat storage basket and inclusion of parent and kid cup holders complete the impressive feature set. Taylor says that the only disadvantage is that it has a a large size when folded and is difficult for parents to store.