What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is slim enough to get through the majority of doors and be used with two car seats or carrycots. It folds up self-standing and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

It's also light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are essential elements to look for in a double buggy. You might also want to consider whether it's a travel system, or if you can add an infant car seat or carrycot. Those are important considerations if you have to take your kids in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side-by-side buggy that has frames that can be expanded to accommodate two children. The seats come with a recline option and can be set up independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back and enjoying a nap while the other looks out at their surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with an open window.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest twin pushchair available on the market. It is only 63cm in width, so it should fit through the majority of doors. It can be used with two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or parents with a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can expand with your family. It comes with 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler or even three children when you add the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either single To double Pushchair or double mode. It is also possible to connect a single stroller to the top of the unit for additional storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy is lightweight twin stroller and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, a rear and front suspensions to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, most importantly it is suitable for twins or siblings of various age.

Many compact double buggies have frames that are specifically designed to accommodate infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices when you are looking to avoid using separate strollers double for your younger children who have medical needs.

They are typically larger than side-byside buggies, and are harder to fit into doorways and on public transport. Review the product's details for alternatives if this is important to you and your family.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pushchair on the market take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side by side on the market at just 53cm in width and is suitable for twins who are just born or one toddler and one baby. It offers robust engineering and high-quality performance with air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around the town.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids using piggy backboards (which you must purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap that makes it easy to transport and comes with rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies and is a great value option for older children.

Folding

A great amazon double stroller buggy has to be slimline for storage, and a suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model features a very slick fold and the clever frame expands in width when folded to make it smaller than the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and on public transportation, while also reducing the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard that is part of the buggy. It also has a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated to give both kids the view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the handlebar that can be adjusted, making it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and one or two children who are the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.

Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's slightly longer than other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget, there are plenty of budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, an infant in a seat, or even three kids if you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It comes with a self-standing fold, a large canopy that protects children as well as the ability to peek inside. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket for storing the shopping.