What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that the side-byside is slim enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate 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 simple to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows and openings that peek out.

Size

A spacious shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are essential features to look out for in a Double Stroller for Twins: Gray Infant And Toddler (click to read) buggy. You might be interested in knowing if it's an e-travel system, or whether a car seat or carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or for long distance journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an innovative frame that expands in width to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This lets you have one child relax and nap while the other is observing the surroundings. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies that have the children positioned side by side is a popular option for twins or parents of a baby and toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or even three kids if you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can buy separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It is able to be used in single or double mode. You can also attach a single stroller on the top of it for extra storage space.

Weight

A great double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket, front and back suspensions to aid the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double buggies have frames designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice if you have younger children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they generally have a bigger space than side-byside buggies and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and public transport. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product details to see whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking for the most compact double pushchair on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 63cm wide and is suitable for newborn twins or one toddler and one baby. It has a robust design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains but are also able to whizz around the city.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins with one baby and 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 down to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspension to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's also a great value 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 side-by-side by side double stroller model features a very slick fold and the clever frame expands in width when folded to make it smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to navigate through doorways and public transportation, and it also means that you don't require an additional car to push the buggy around.

It's a great choice for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another passenger on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers many different configurations that include an elevated stadium seating to give the children both views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint available at 63cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double inside the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with an infant, or two children of similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the children are able to sit comfortably.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a little longer than some other doubles, but it has great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those looking for an elegant but practical buggy.