What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double with small footprint (for narrow entrances and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate kids up to 50lbs per seat.
A fantastic budget double with front and rear suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of various heights.
Size
In general double pushchairs are generally wider than single models - particularly when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width allows them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that come with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.
In Pushchairs And Prams of price tags they are surprisingly affordable. These types of light buggies, which are side-by-side, are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The lighter the double buggy the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features like a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo windows, a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front, which allows you to maneuver narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. Just over PS1,000 is a very affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is an excellent option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and a baby. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models will keep your children well-cared for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you travel around the supermarket or park. There are many buggies that come with a variety of seat configurations that allow you to modify the seat as your children grow, and some even have the option to add a ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can be used to support two seats, or even a car seat. The adaptors allow you to convert from a single seat to a double seat in a matter of seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade, adjustable leg rests and peekaboo windows in both seats and a standing fold that's simple and easy to perform with just one hand; and a top-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are ideal for narrow aisles and doors. They can also easily accommodate twins and a big kid with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras including liners and raincovers.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting together. This makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver over and up kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single seater and can be too big to pass through doorways.
Comfort
One of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats so that your children can are able to enjoy the view. It comes with nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as the cup holder that is single-parent. Testers are awestruck by how the seats recline by pushing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to unfasten and fasten with one hand. The handle is simple to turn and makes it easy to fold. It also stores by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is the perfect choice for families looking to grow with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins or a toddler, as well as three children if you add the 'PiggyBack board'. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as as for use in cities. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for children up to six years old.