What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that the side-byside is small enough to pass through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It features a self-standing folding mechanism and handy carry straps that make it easy to move.

The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions are the most important features to look out for in a double pushchairs buggy. You might consider if it's a best travel double stroller system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you have to take your children on public transport or for long distance journeys.

Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from the time you are born. This clever model is a side-by-side buggy that has a frame that can expand to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you have one child relax and take a nap while the other observes the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy as well as a peekaboo feature.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot. It also has lie-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.

Tandem double to single buggy buggies, that have the children positioned side by side is a popular option for twins or for parents of a baby and toddler. They do have a larger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem double stroller buggy and has been designed to adapt to your family, with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It is equipped with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in mono or double mode. You can even attach a single stroller to the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy-to-push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to allow it to navigate rougher surfaces and, most importantly it is 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 match the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice for parents of children with medical conditions and want to avoid having to use separate strollers.

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

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It is the tiniest side-by-side available, measuring only 63cm in width. It is able to transport twins or an infant and a toddler. It has robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that are all-terrain but equally comfortable cruising around the city.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can hold twins as well as a baby and toddler, or two kids with the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It has a self-standing carry strap and folds down to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspensions to make it easier to navigate rough terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value choice for older kids.

Folding

A great nipper double buggy buggy has to be slim for storage. A suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, making it smaller than one stroller. This makes it easier to navigate through doorways and public transport, while it also means that you don't require an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a good option for parents with twins, since it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold a third child on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers a great range of configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating to give the children both views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with a handbrake, which helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double into a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and a baby or two children with the same age, and each seat reclines independently to ensure that the children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and can accommodate two car seats, or a carrycot with a toddler seat. It's a little longer than some other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who want a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty affordable double buggies to choose from, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit babies in a carrycot or an infant in the seat, or three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board branded with pizazz. It comes with a self-standing fold, a huge canopy that offers protection for children and the ability to peek inside. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your shopping.