17 Signs You're Working With Compact Double Buggy

What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that the side-byside is small enough to pass through most doors and most compact Double stroller can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.

It's also very light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and have windows that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features you must look for include a large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and strong frame. You might also want to think about whether it's a travel system or if you can add an infant car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you have to take your children on public transport or longer journeys.

You should consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact double buggy that you can use right from the time you are born. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that can be expanded to to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and take a nap while the other is observing the surrounding. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy that has the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair on the market and only 63cm in width, it will fit through most doors. It can be used with two car seat or one carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

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

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to grow with your family, offering 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child, toddler, or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It has soft suspension that makes light work of kerbs. It is used in mono or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top for extra storage.

Weight

A quality double buggy is light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to maneuver over rough terrain and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that are compatible with the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to stay clear of separate strollers for your smaller children with medical issues.

However, they tend to have a wider space than side-byside buggies and can be harder to fit through doorways and on public transport. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's specifications to see if there are any alternatives available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It is the tiniest side-by-side on the market with a 63cm width. It is able 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 also happy to zip around town.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, 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 that makes it easy to transport and comes with rear and front suspensions to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies and is a great value option for older children.

Folding

A good double buggy from birth buggy needs to be slimline for storage. A good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side by side and has a very smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it narrower that a single stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, as well as eliminating the need for a second vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can hold another child on the 'piggybackboard of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats that give both kids a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with an adjustable handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side available with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double into a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can carry twins, a baby and toddler or two children with the same age, and each seat reclines independently to make sure the kids are comfortable.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode and can accommodate a car seats or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's a bit longer than other doubles but it offers an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent choice for those who are looking for an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies to choose from such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit infants in a carrycot or even a toddler in the seat, or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board branded with the pizazz. It comes with a self-standing fold, a large canopy that protects children as well as the ability to peek inside. It's also quite light for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket for storing things like shopping.