The 10 Scariest Things About Compact Double Buggy

What to Look For in a compact second hand double buggy buggy (image source)

Kerry says that this side-by-side 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 handy carry straps that make it easy to carry.

It's also extremely light to lift and wheel 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 features to look out for in a double buggy. You may be interested in knowing if it's a travel system or whether the car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations when you have to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.

If you're looking for a small double stroller nipper double buggy buggy that you can use from the beginning take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This innovative model is a side by side buggy with frames that can be expanded widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This lets you have one child relax and sleep while the other observes the surroundings. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy that has an open window.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin stroller side by side pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so can fit through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seat or one carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins, or parents with a baby and a toddler. However, they tend to have a wider space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow roads or through doors.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that 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 purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It features a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs and can be utilized in double or mono mode. You can also attach a single stroller to the top of it to provide additional storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy is lightweight and easy to push. It should include an ample shopping basket, front and back suspensions to allow the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different age groups.

A majority of compact double buggies come with frames that are designed to take 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 conditions and you want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they tend to have a larger space than side-byside buggies and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and public transport. Review the product's details for alternatives in case this is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins or one toddler and a baby. It's a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to zip around town.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins or one toddler and one baby or two kids with piggy backboards (which you need to buy separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it super-easy to schlep, and has front and rear suspension to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option for storing the double buggy. This side-by-side model has an extremely smooth fold and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easy to get around doorways and on public transport. It also means that you don't require an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's an excellent option 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. It also offers many different configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating option that allows both children views of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar that makes it easier to push it up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market with a footprint of 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double in the doorway or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler and an infant, or two children with similar age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can accommodate 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot and an infant seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, however it is extremely maneuverable especially on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those looking for an elegant and practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot as well as a toddler in the seat, or three kids when you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple, self-standing fold, and a big canopy that provides the kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also fairly light for a double stroller and comes with a large undercarriage basket for storing the shopping.