What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to get through the majority of doors and be used with two car seats or carrycots. It features self-standing folding mechanism, as well as easy carry straps to make it easy to move.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up and down the stairs. The canopies are large and have peekaboo windows.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are key features to look out for in a double buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a traveler or whether you can add an infant car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport, or on long trips.

If you're looking for a compact second hand double buggy buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an innovative frame that expands widthways so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be positioned independently, giving you the choice of one child leaning back and enjoying a nap while the other is looking out at the surrounding. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy that has a peekaboo window too.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. It is the thinnest side-byside twin pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it can fit through the majority of doors. It can take two car seat or one carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-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 grow with your family. It has 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins, a child and a toddler or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It features a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs. It is utilized in double or mono mode. You can also connect a single stroller to the top of it for 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 get around rough terrains and, ideally it is suitable for twins or siblings of different ages.

A lot of compact double buggies come with frames that are designed to take infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical needs and you want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides and are difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, check the product's details to determine if there are any alternatives available.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pushchair available look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side available, measuring only 63cm in width. It is able to carry twins or an infant and a toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to zip around the city.

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

Folding

A great double buggy has to be compact to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has a very slick fold and the frame's clever design expands in width as you fold so that it's narrower than a single stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, while also reducing the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers a great range of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating option that allows both children views of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted that makes it easier to push it up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at 64cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are concerned about fitting a double-doorway on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with a baby, or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and can accommodate two car seats, or a carrycot with the option of a toddler seat. It's slightly larger than other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.

There are a variety of affordable double buggies, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold babies in the carrycot or even a toddler in the seat, or three children if you add a PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It has a simple self-standing fold, and a big canopy that gives the kids some protection and includes a peekaboo window. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket for shopping.