What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is slim enough to get through most doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It has self-standing folding mechanism, as well as easy carry straps to make it easy to move.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and have windows that peek out.

Size

cheap double buggy buggy features you should consider include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and strong frame. You may consider if it's a travel system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. These are crucial considerations if you need to take your children on public transport or on long trips.

If you're looking for a small double pushchair from birth buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has an innovative frame that expands in width to to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This allows you to allow one child to relax and sleep while the other is observing the surrounding. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy that has the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

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

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will expand with your family. It has 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three kids when you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can buy separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller on top to store additional items.

Weight

A great double pram buggy buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should come with an ample shopping basket, front and back suspensions to aid the child to traverse rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.

Many double buggies are compact and have frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that fit the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they tend to have a wider footprint than side-by-side buggies and may be more difficult to maneuver through doorways and on public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives for this if it is important to your family.

If you're looking for the most compact double pushchair available take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side on the market at just 53cm in width and can be used for twins who are just born or one toddler and one baby. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to go about the city.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another excellent option. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler, or two children using a piggyback board (which is required to be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap that makes it super-easy to schlep, and comes with rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rough terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies and is a great value option for older kids.

Folding

A good double buggy needs to be slimline to store, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, which means it's narrower that a single stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, as well as eliminating the need for a second vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents with twins because it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers many different configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating option that allows both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market with a footprint of 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are concerned about fitting an extra door for a double travel stroller on public transport, while it can still be able to handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and a baby or two children with the same age, and each seat can recline independently to keep the kids at ease.

Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it offers excellent maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those looking for a stylish and practical buggy.

There are many affordable double buggies, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in a carrycot and an infant in the seat or even three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold, and a big canopy that provides children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It is also relatively best lightweight double stroller for a double stroller and comes with a large undercarriage basket to store shopping.