What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side that has tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors) to increase the frame's weight capacity for children up to 50 lbs.

A fantastic budget double that has rear and front suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and padded handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

double stroller sale pushchairs double tend to be larger 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 that make them stand out: double buggy side by Side large pop-out canopies with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever 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 quite well.

In terms of cost they are surprisingly affordable. These types of light buggies, which are side-by-side, are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy the lighter it is, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is an excellent choice if weight is an issue. It still has plenty of features including an enormous pop-out canopy that has SPF50 and peekaboo window, a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in seconds and a four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front that allows you to maneuver tight shops and supermarket aisles. Just over PS1,000, it's also a super-affordable twin umbrella 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 for fitting through narrow spaces, while side by side models keep your children accounted for and help you to keep an eye on them while you go to the grocery store or the park. There are many buggies that come with a range of seat configurations which allows you to alter them as your children grow, and some even have the option to add an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a great illustration. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors for car seats let you change from a single to a double in a matter of seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to perform and fast.

Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. They are great to navigate narrow doors and aisles. They are also able to accommodate twins or a child and a larger child with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is sold separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras like raincovers and liners.

Tandem buggies usually have your children seated side-by-side, which can make them easier to push and more stable on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They are larger than a one-seater and can be too long to pass through doorways.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we've examined. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, ensuring that your children can enjoy the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a the peek-a-boo window, and a padded toddler seat with an RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as cups holder for a single parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be secured and removed with just one hand. The handle is simple to twist and makes it easy to fold. It also stores with the backrest up to make it easy to access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic choice for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension make it suitable on roads and in cities too. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this for children up to the age of six.