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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 the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and handy carry straps to make it easy to schlep.

It's also very light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

Double buggy features that you must look for include a large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and strong frame. You may also want to think about whether it's a traveler or if 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 small double running stroller buggy that you can use from the beginning look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This clever model is a side by side buggy with a frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats have a recline option and can be placed independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back taking a nap while the other one gazes out at the world around them. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy as well as a peekaboo feature.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest twin pushchair that is available on the market. It is only 63cm in width, so it should fit through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins or parents who have a child and toddler. However, they tend to have a wider footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow pavements or through doors.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will expand with your family. It comes with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or three children if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It has soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It can be used in a mono or double infant stroller mode. You can attach one stroller to the top for extra storage.

Weight

A quality double buggy must be light and easy to push. It should have a large shopping basket, front and back suspension to aid the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.

Many compact double buggies come with frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

They tend to be wider than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, look through the product's details to determine whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking for the most compact double pushchair available take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside available that measures just 63cm in width. It is able to carry twins or a baby and a toddler. It has a robust design and superior functionality, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to zip around the city.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids with piggy backboards (which you need to buy separately). It has an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds down to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies. It's an excellent value choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option for storing the double buggy. This side-byside model has a smooth fold, and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold so that it's narrower than a single stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and on public transportation, while eliminating the need for a second 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 hold a third child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers an array of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating option that allows each child a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with a handbrake, which allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market measuring just 63cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double stroller through doors and on public transport. However, it can also be able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with one or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the children are able to sit comfortably.

Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's slightly longer than other doubles, however it offers excellent maneuverability particularly on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those who want an elegant and practical buggy.

There are many budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate babies in the carrycot, a toddler in the seat, or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with some pizazz. It features a self-standing fold, a canopy that offers protection for children and the ability to peek inside. It's also fairly light for a pushchairs double stroller, and comes with a large undercarriage basket for storing shopping.