What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-byside with an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate children up to 50 pounds per seat.
A fantastic budget double that has rear and front suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket and padded handlebar for parents with different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs are typically wider than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good news is that this extra width lets them to carry heavier kids without straining the chassis. twin pushchair come with other key characteristics that make them stand out, such as spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as swivel lock front tires that make it easier to navigate tight areas such as shopping aisles; a one-parent cup holder and a smart fold mechanism that can be operated with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't designed for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme parks fairly well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy the lighter it is, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be aware of weight, as it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and a swivel front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles effortless. It's also extremely affordable at over PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, whether you have twins or two toddlers or a baby. The narrow tandem buggies can be used to fit into tight spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the eye on your children and ensure their safety while you are navigating the park or shopping. They also come with a wide variety of seat configurations, so you can adapt the seat as your children develop, and some have the option to add a ride-on or car seat.
twin pushchairs is a perfect example. It can be used to support two seats or a car-seat. The adaptors make it easy to change from one seat to a double seat in a matter of minutes. It comes with a huge pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is easy to make and quick.
Tri-fold buggies, such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. They are ideal to navigate narrow doors and aisles. They can also easily accommodate twins or a child and a big kid with the addition of UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is sold separately). They provide a spacious basket and include all the accessories you may require, such as rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies are usually made with your kids sitting close to each other. This can make them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver up and over kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater stroller and can be a bit long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
One of the more comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested This buggy comes with raised stadium-style seating for both seats so that your children can have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as an individual cup holder for parents. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be secured and removed with just one hand. It's also easy to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as is possible and can be stored by putting the backrest up for easy access.
This is a great option for families looking to develop with their children. It comes in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can carry twins with a toddler as well as a baby or three kids when you add a 'PiggyBack board'. The spacious basket and soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs as well as in the city. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends it to children between the ages of 6 and 6.