What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is small enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It features a self-standing folding mechanism and handy carry straps that make it easy to move.

It's also very light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are generously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are the most important elements to look for in a double buggy. You may want to look at whether it's a travel system, or if a car seat or carrycot can be added. Those are important considerations if you have to take your little ones along on public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an intelligent frame that can be expanded to to accommodate two children. The seats come with the option of recline and can be positioned independently, giving you the choice of one child leaning back and taking a nap while the other one gazes out at their surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with an open window.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest side-byside twin pushchair on the market and is only 63cm wide, so will fit through most doors. It can be used with 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 child and a toddler. However, they generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow pavements or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It has 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three kids when you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can buy separately). It features a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs. It is utilized in double or mono mode. It is possible to attach one stroller on top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double infant strollers 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, in the ideal case it is suitable for twins or siblings of various age.

A lot of compact double buggies come with frames that are 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. These are great options for those who want to stay clear of separate strollers for your younger children who have medical needs.

They are typically larger than buggies that are side-by-side and are difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transport. Review the product's details for alternatives if this is important to you and your family.

If you're looking for the smallest double stroller with bassinet pushchair on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside available that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins or a baby and a toddler. It's a sturdy design and superior functionality with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to whizz around the city.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing carry strap and fold to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspensions to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

A good double buggy needs to be slim for storage, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model features an extremely smooth fold and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold so that it's narrower than an individual stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and on public transportation, while making it less necessary to have a second vehicle.

It's a great option for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third rider on the buggy's 'piggyback board, and provides many different configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating to give the children both views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double running buggy inside a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with a baby, or two children with similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the children are able to sit comfortably.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem double stroller mode, and can be used with two car seats, or a carrycot with an infant seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those who want a stylish but practical buggy.

There are a variety of inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate infants in the carrycot, even a toddler in the seat or even three kids if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It features a self-standing fold, a canopy that protects children as well as an option to peekaboo. It's also light for a double buggy and comes with a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.