Five People You Need To Know In The Compact Double Buggy Industry

What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is light enough to pass through the majority of doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It folds up self-standing and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows and openings that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features you must look for include the large shopping basket, front and rear suspension, and strong frame. You may be interested in knowing if it is a travel system or if an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you have to take your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a compact twin stroller double buggy that you can use from the beginning take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an intelligent frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats come with a recline option and can be positioned in a different way, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back and enjoying a nap while the other is looking out at their surroundings. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy as well as the ability to peek into the future.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also be used with two car seats or a carrycot. It also has lying-flat seats that can be used for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins or parents who have a baby and toddler. However, they do generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow roads or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a toddler or even three children when you include the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in mono or double mode. You can attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.

Weight

A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should include an ample shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions that make it easier for the child to traverse more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.

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

They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit in doorways or on public transportation. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives in case this is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the thinnest side-byside on the market, measuring only 63cm in width. It is able to carry twins, or a baby and a toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to whizz around the city.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins or one baby pushchairs And prams one toddler or two kids with piggy backboards (which you need to buy separately). It comes with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds to make it simple to transport. It also has front and back suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value choice for older kids.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is an excellent option for storing two strollers. This side-byside model has a very slick fold and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to get around doorways and on public transport, while it also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a good option for parents with twins, as it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another child on the buggy's "piggyback board. It also offers many different configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives both children views of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted that makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint available at 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double in the doorway or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and a baby or two children with the same age, and each seat reclines independently to keep the kids comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and it can fit two car seats, or a carrycot with the option of a toddler seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent option for those looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot and even a toddler in the seat, or three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board branded with pizazz. It has a simple self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that provides the kids some protection and includes a peekaboo window. It's also quite light for a double stroller, and comes with a large undercarriage basket for storing things like shopping.