What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double that has a compact footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate children up to 50 lbs per seat.

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

Size

Double pushchairs double are generally wider than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, best double buggy such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

In terms of price tags these kinds of lightweight buggies that are side-by-side are quite affordable.

Weight

The heavier a double buggy is, the easier it will be to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be cognizant of weight. It's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests but still offers plenty of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; a quick-release fold that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension to take on rough terrain and an adjustable front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles simple. It's priced at just over $1000, it's also a super-affordable twin stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double strollers with peek-a-boo windows buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal to fit into tight spaces, while side-by-side models will keep your children well-cared for and help you to keep an eye on them as you go to the grocery store or the park. There are many buggies that come with a range of seat configurations that allow you to modify to your child's needs as they grow, and some even come with the option of adding an extra ride-on board 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 a single double stroller seat to a double in seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a windows that peek out in both seats. A standing fold is easy to make and quick.

Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. They are great for navigating narrow aisles and doors. They can also easily accommodate twins or a child and a large kid by adding UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is sold separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the accessories you could need, including liners and rain covers.

Tandem buggies are generally made with your kids sitting close to each other. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver up and over kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long to pass through doors.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested the buggy has raised stadium-style seating for both seats so your children enjoy the view; large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; and an individual cup holder for parents. The testers love how the seats recline by pushing the levers under each seat, and also say that the straps are simple to secure and remove with 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.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) This is a great option for families that are looking to expand with their child. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension make it suitable on streets and in cities too. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this for children up to the age of six.