What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to fit through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up and down the stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows and openings that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features you must look for include a large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and strong frame. You might also want to consider whether it's a traveler or whether you can add a carrycot or car seat. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport, or on long trips.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an innovative frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This allows you to allow one child to relax and sleep while the other observes the surroundings. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another fantastic alternative for twins. It is the tiniest twin pushchair that is available on the market. It is just 63cm wide which means it can be able to pass through most doors. It can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lie-flat seats suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a baby and a toddler. They have a bigger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to adapt to your family, with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins or a baby and a toddler or three kids when you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It is able to be used in single or double buggy that converts to single mode. You can attach a single stroller on top to store additional items.

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy-to-push. It should come with an ample shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions to make it easier for the child to traverse rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double buggies have frames designed to take infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice for families with children with medical issues and would prefer not the need to purchase separate strollers.

They are typically larger than buggies that are side-by-side and are difficult to fit into doorways and on public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives if this is important to your family.

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

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids, with piggy back boards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It has a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it easy to transport and has front and rear suspension to help you deal with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great option for storing a double buggy. This side-by-side model features a smooth fold, and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold so that it's narrower than the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, while also eliminating the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents who have twins because it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the buggy's "piggyback board. It also offers a great range of configurations that include an elevated stadium seating to give both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake, which makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market at 64cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double-doorway on public transport. However, it can also handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and a baby, or two children of the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the kids are comfortable.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can accommodate a car seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's a bit longer than other doubles, however it is extremely maneuverable especially on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those looking for an elegant and practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty affordable double buggies available, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit babies in the carrycot or a toddler in the seat, or even three kids if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold, and a big canopy that gives the kids some protection and a peek-a-boo window. It's also fairly light for a double buggy and has a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.

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