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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing folding mechanism and convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.

It's also very easy to move up and down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows and openings that peek out.

Size

A spacious shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions are essential aspects 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 is possible to add. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.

Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small pushchairs double buggy that you can use right from birth. This side-by-side model features an innovative frame that expands in width to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats come with a recline option and can be set up independently, which gives you the option of having one child leaning back relaxing for a nap, while the other looks out at the world around them. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and only 63cm in width, it can fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot and has lie-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.

Tandem thule double stroller buggies, that feature the children sitting in a row is a popular option for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. They have a bigger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

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

Weight

A good double buggy is light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to allow it to get around rough terrains and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

Many compact double buggies have frames that are specifically designed to accommodate infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match 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.

However, they tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's specifications to see whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking for the most compact double pushchair available look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. It's the slimmest side-byside on the market at just 64cm wide. It is suitable for twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It has robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but just as happy nipping around the city.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids with piggy backboards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap, making it a breeze to transport and it has both rear and front suspension to help you deal with the rough terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's also an excellent value choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great option to store two strollers. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold, so it's more compact than a single stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transport, while it also means that you don't require an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a great choice for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the 'piggybackboard that is part of the buggy. It also offers a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated that give both kids an overview of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features an adjustable handbrake that makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint on the market at 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are concerned about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport, and it is able to be able to handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can carry twins, a baby and toddler or two kids who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to ensure that the children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with two car seats or a carrycot that has the option of a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it has excellent maneuverability especially on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those who want an elegant and practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget, there are plenty of budget double buggies like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. It's a compact side-byside that can fit a baby in a carrycot, a toddler in a seat, or even three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features a self-standing fold, a canopy that protects children as well as a peekaboo feature. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.