What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is light enough to pass through most doors and be used with two car seats or carrycots. It folds up self-standing and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

It's also extremely lightweight to carry and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large and have peekaboo windows.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are the most important elements to look for in a double buggy. You might want to look at whether it's an e-travel system, or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are important considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport or on long trips.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features a clever frame that expands widthways to to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and nap while the other one is watching the surroundings. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest twin pushchair available on the market. It is only 63cm in length which means it can be able to pass through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies, that feature the children sitting side by side is a popular option for twins or for parents of a baby and toddler. They have a bigger footprint 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 expand with your family. It has 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which you can purchase separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. You can even connect a single stroller double to the top of the unit for additional storage space.

Weight

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

Many double buggies are compact and come with frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that fit the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical needs and want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

They are typically larger than buggies that are side-by-side and are difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transportation. 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. This is the thinnest side-byside available that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins, or one toddler and a baby. It is built to last and offers superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres, which are all-terrain but just as happy nipping around town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another excellent alternative. It can hold twins or a baby and toddler, or two kids with the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It has an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and fold to make it easy to transport. It also has front and back suspensions to assist you in navigating rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value for older children.

Folding

A good double stroller for twins 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 smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, which means it's narrower that 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 with twins because it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another child on the buggy's "piggyback board, and provides a great range of configurations that include an elevated stadium seating area that gives each child a view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted which makes it easier to push it up and down hills.

Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at 64cm. This makes it a great choice for parents who are concerned about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport, while it can also be able to handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with one or two children with the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that children are comfortable.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can be used with a car seat/seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's slightly longer than other doubles, but it provides great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who want an elegant but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty affordable double buggies available, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot or an infant in the seat, or even three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board with some pizazz. It features an easy-to-stand fold, a canopy that offers protection for both children and the ability to peek inside. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and has a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.