The Ultimate Guide To Small Double Buggy
A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
This is the double stroller for you If you're looking for a light stroller that is easy to push with one hand. It's also simple to carry up and down the stairs.
It features a pair of fixed seats that can provide up to 30 seating options (including triple!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 double stroller is a side-by-side double stroller. It can accommodate two children who weigh up to 50 pounds. Its seats are more generously bigger than those of other lightweight double umbrella stroller strollers, and the canopies have large SPF 50 sunshades that have windows that are peekaboo. Other key features include a self-standing basket with the capacity of 25lbs cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars that help children get into and out their seats. It is a great option for suburban and urban families. It is also baby-friendly with the double set which includes a wedgie to help you sleep in a lying-flat position.
Weight
The weight of double buggie will determine its ability to push. A lighter buggy is easier to lift and carry however, it may not have enough suspension to withstand bumps and uneven terrain.
The majority of double buggies have an upper limit on the weight of each seat and some have overall frame weight limits which is why it's essential to check the details of each model prior to you purchase. Some double buggies can be folded with the seats removed, making them lighter and more compact. This is useful when you're limited on storage space.
The tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest models as only one hand is needed to lift the lower and back sections. They're also a bit smaller than Side by Side double pushchairs-byside buggies, making them a good choice to fit through doorways. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double buggy with car seat is one of lighter models available. It can comfortably fit twins or a toddler baby.
Tandem buggies are initially a single pushchair but come with adapters that allow you to add an additional seat, carrycot or car seat, making them an ideal choice for growing families. Some models, such as the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating configurations so they can grow with your family up to the age of a third child. They tend to weigh more than tri-fold doubles, but they're usually easier to move across kerbs due to the weight being more evenly distributed.
Folding
The best double stroller double buggies for small children fold up in minutes. Our Lab experts love this feature because it lets them fit the buggies in the back of their car and free up storage space when they are not in use. For example the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that pull up, and the entire thing folds down -- it's a trifold that even our most experienced testers can do with one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is another great choice for double buggie. Its lightweight weight is a plus, but so are its key features: nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows, swing-away bars to help little ones climb in and out of the seats; and reclined seats and leg rests for smaller kids.
Manoeuvrability
When choosing a small double stroller, it is important to take into account its maneuverability. This includes how easy it is for both children to be able to ride in the buggy. Certain pushchairs are more efficient than others in this regard such as the iCandy Orange's "cinema chair" (where the back is elevated).
Buggies with narrow tandems can be effective in this regard and so can side-by-side designs. These buggies may be a bit larger and could be difficult to navigate through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this because it's a comparatively narrow pushchair that still allows two seats to be added and - importantly - a 'piggyback' board that can be used to carry a third child.
Other three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot are also incredibly agile, especially with its clever 'dot kit which transforms into an inline buggy. It comes with different seating configurations for kids with different ages. It even allows the front seat to rotate to face parents, allowing for the ultimate face-to-face bonding time. It has an enormous storage basket that is easy to fold. This is a great option for growing families.
Comfort
With narrow tandem strollers, or flexible side-by-side buggies parents can monitor both children at the grocery store, park or any other place. These lightweight doubles can carry two children of up to 50 pounds per seat and come with generous pop-out canopy that extends enough to provide real shade with windows that peek out and padded leg rests for children to sit back and relax. The doubles also feature a single to double buggy parent cupholder and a reversible cupholder on the back of the seat. They also have an ample underseat storage basket.
Add the phil&teds Double Kit to your dot buggy if you are just beginning to build a growing family. It will transform it into a double stroller that is ideal for toddlers and newborns alike. The clever 3-wheel design provides superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, while the sling seat is a fab newborn-friendly option that will allow for a perfect face-to-face bonding time. You can easily swap out the seat for an infant car adapter once your children get older. You're ready for your next adventure with a luxurious travel bag and rain cover included!