What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-byside with tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's weight capacity for children up to 50 pounds.
A great barebones budget double with front and rear suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents with different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs are typically wider than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width enables them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The lighter a double-buggy is the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is a great choice if weight is an issue. It's still loaded with many features, including the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo windows and a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front that makes it easy to navigate tight shops and supermarket aisles. Just over PS1,000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins, or even a baby and toddler. Narrow tandem buggies are great to fit into narrow spaces, while side by side models keep your children accounted for and will help you keep an eye on them as you travel around the supermarket or the park. There are a variety of seat configurations so you can alter the seat as your child grows. Some permit the addition of the option of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can be used to support two seats, or even a car-seat. The adaptors allow you to convert a single seat to a double seat in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy and adjustable leg rests, as well as peekaboo windows in both seats as well as the standing fold is quick and easy to do with one hand; and a high-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
double stroller sale -fold buggy is another alternative. They are great for narrow aisles and doors. They are also able to accommodate twins or a child and a larger child by adding UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is sold separately). They offer a generous basket and include all the extras you might need, including rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated together. This makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater pushchair and can be a bit long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles that we have examined. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also has a large UPF 50+ canopy with a windows that peek out, a cushioned toddler seat that includes an RumbleSeat with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests, as well as a cup holder for one parent. The testers love how the seats recline individually by squeezing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and say that the straps are easy to secure and remove with just one hand. It's also easy to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible and can be stored with the backrest upright to make it easy to access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) it's a great option for families that want the flexibility to grow with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs, as well in the city. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends it to children from 6 to 12 years old.