What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is small enough to fit through most doorways and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It features an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.

It's also extremely easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

double infant stroller buggy features you should look for include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and a sturdy frame. You may want to look at whether it's a travel system or if an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport or on long journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double stroller with bassinet buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features a clever frame that expands in width to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats have a recline option and can be set up independently, which gives you the option of having one child leaning back relaxing for a nap, while the other looks out at the world around them. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm in width, it can fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins, or parents with a baby and toddler. However, they tend to have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow roads or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or three children if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). It has a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs and can be used in mono or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller on top for extra storage.

Weight

A quality double buggy is lightweight and easy-to-push. It should include a large shopping basket with front and back suspensions to make it easier for the child to navigate more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.

A majority of compact double pram buggy buggies come with frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice if you have younger children with medical conditions and want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, look through the product details to see if there are any alternatives available.

If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair available, check out the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 63cm wide and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It has robust engineering and superior functionality with large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but just as happy nipping around town.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids, with piggy backboards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with a carry strap that is self-standing and can folds to make it simple to transport. It also has front and back suspension to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies. It's an excellent value choice for older kids.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great choice for storing the double pushchair with car seat buggy. This side-by-side model features a smooth fold, and the frame's clever design expands in width as you fold so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doors and on public transportation, while reducing the need for an additional vehicle.

It's an excellent option for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also offers an array of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids a view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted, making it easier to push up and down hills.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint on the market at 63cm. It is ideal for parents who worry about fitting a double into the doorway 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 kids with the same age, and each seat can recline independently to ensure that the children are at ease.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and it can fit 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot and the option of a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it is extremely maneuverable particularly on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that fits a newborn in a carrycot and an infant in a seat, or even three kids if you include the brand-new pizazz PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that provides both kids some protection and includes a peekaboo window. It's also quite light for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket to store shopping.