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What to Look For in a compact double buggy converts to single buggy (Full File)

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to get through most doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It features an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as handy carry straps that make it easy to move.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up and down the stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are essential features to look out for in a double buggy. You may also want to think about whether it's a traveler or whether you can add a car seat or carrycot. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport or on long trips.

Take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small, double buggy you can use right from the time you are born. This clever model is a side-byside buggy with an adjustable frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats have the option of recline and can be placed independently, giving you the choice of one child leaning back and taking a nap while the other is looking out at the surrounding. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy with the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest side-byside twin pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a child 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 popular tandem that can grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins or a child, toddler, or even three children when you add the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It is able to be used in mono or double mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller on the top of it for additional storage space.

Weight

A great double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should have a large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions that allow the child to navigate rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.

Many compact double buggy travel system buggies come with frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that match the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options when you are looking to avoid having separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

They tend to be wider than side-byside buggies, and are harder to fit in doorways or on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product details to see what alternatives are available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side on the market at just 63cm wide and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one baby and one toddler. It offers robust engineering and high-quality performance with air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around the town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic alternative. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler, or two kids with a piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap that makes it easy to transport and it has both rear and front suspension to help you deal with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A good double tandem pushchair buggy needs to be compact to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model features a very slick fold and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to navigate doorways and on public transportation, and it also means you don't need an additional car to push the buggy around.

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

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market, measuring 63cm. It is ideal for parents who worry about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler and an infant, or two children of the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the kids are comfortable.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can accommodate a car seats/seats, or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a bit longer than some other doubles but it offers excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate babies in the carrycot and an infant in the seat or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It has a simple, self-standing fold as well as a big canopy that provides children some security and also has a peekaboo window. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and features a large undercarriage storage basket for storing shopping.