What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is slim enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

Double buggy features you must look for include the large shopping basket, front and rear suspension, and strong frame. You may consider if it's an e-travel system, or whether a car seat or carrycot can be added. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport or for long distance journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This innovative model is a side by side buggy that has an adjustable frame that can expand to accommodate two children. The seats come with the option of recline and can be placed independently, giving you the option of having 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 a peekaboo window too.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin buggy pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also be used with two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which feature the children sitting on opposite sides, are a popular choice for twins, or parents of a baby and a toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single to double buggy-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 has 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It has soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs and can be utilized in double or mono mode. You can also attach a single stroller on the top of it to provide additional storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy is lightweight and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to allow it to navigate rougher surfaces and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double pushchairs buggies come with frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to avoid using separate strollers for your smaller children with medical issues.

However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies and can be harder to fit through doors and on public transportation. Review the product's details for alternatives for this if it is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 64cm wide. It is suitable for newborn twins or one baby and one toddler. It has a robust design and superior functionality with big air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains but are also able to zip around the city.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic alternative. It can hold twins, a baby and a toddler, or two children using the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it a breeze to transport and has front and rear suspensions to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slim to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, making it more compact than the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, while also making it less necessary to have an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents with twins because it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can hold a third child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated to give both children the view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the handlebar that can be adjusted which makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market at the smallest 63cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler and one or two children with similar age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the children are able to sit comfortably.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and it can fit 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot that has the option of a toddler seat. It's a bit longer than other doubles but it is extremely maneuverable especially on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those looking for an elegant and practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies available like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot, the toddler in a seat, or even three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple self-standing fold as well as a big canopy that gives children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller, and comes with a large undercarriage basket to store things like shopping.