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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is small enough to fit through most doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

It's also extremely lightweight double pushchair to carry and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are key aspects to look for in a double buggy. You might be interested in knowing if it's a travel system or if an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport or on long trips.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that expands widthways to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This allows you to have one child relax and sleep while the other one is watching the surrounding. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy with an open window.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. It is the thinnest twin pushchair that is available on the market. It measures only 63cm in width and should fit through the majority of doors. It can also be used with two car seats or one carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins or parents who have a baby and a toddler. However, they do generally have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow pavements or through doors.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler, or even three children when you add the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It has a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs and can be used in a mono or double mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller to the top of it for additional storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should include an ample shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions to make it easier for the child to navigate rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.

Many compact double buggies have frames designed to fit infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices if you want to stay clear of separate strollers for your younger children with medical conditions.

However, they tend to have a wider footprint than side-by-side buggies, and can be harder to fit through doors and on public transport. If this is important to you, check the product's specifications to see whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market with a 63cm width. It is able to carry twins or an infant and a toddler. It's a sturdy design and a superior function and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to go about the city.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins with one toddler and one baby or two kids with piggy backboards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It is equipped with a self-standing carry strap and folds to make it simple to transport. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rough 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 stroller needs to be slimline to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, making it more compact than the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, as well as reducing the need for an additional vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate a third child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also comes with many different configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids the view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with a handbrake, which allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at 64cm. This makes it a great choice for parents who are concerned about fitting a double through doors sit and stand double stroller on public transport, and it can also handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and a baby or two children who are the same age and each seat can recline independently to keep the kids comfortable.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode and can take 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's slightly larger than other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those looking for an elegant but practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double pushchair sale buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate babies in the carrycot and an infant in the seat, or three children if you include the PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with pizazz. It has an auto-standing fold, a huge canopy that protects children as well as the ability to peek inside. It's also relatively light for a double buggy, and has a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.