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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is slim enough to get through most doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are generously sized and have peekaboo windows.

Size

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

Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double buggy side by side buggy you can use right from the beginning. This side-by-side model has an innovative frame that expands widthways to to accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be set up in a different way, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back and taking a nap while the other looks out at the world around them. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest twin pushchair available on the market. It's just 63cm wide which means it can fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double travel stroller buggies are popular among parents of twins or who have a baby and toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It has 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you include the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It has soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs and can be used in mono or double mode. You can even attach a single stroller to the top of the unit for additional storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy is light and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions that aid the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double buggies have frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with branded adaptors that match popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to stay clear of separate strollers for your younger children with medical issues.

They tend to be wider than side-byside buggies and are difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product details to see what alternatives are available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side by side available at 63cm wide and can be used by twins who are just born or one baby and one toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to zip around the city.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins with one baby and one toddler or two kids using piggy backboards (which you need to buy separately). It comes with a self-standing carry strap and folds down to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspensions to assist you in navigating rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies. It's an excellent value for older children.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slimline for storage, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has a smooth fold, and the frame's clever design expands in width when folded so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, while also eliminating 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 accommodate an additional child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also has a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated that give both kids the view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar that makes it easier to push it up and down hills.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market at the smallest 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can be used to carry twins, a baby and toddler or two kids who are the same age and each seat can recline independently to make sure the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot with a toddler seat. It's slightly larger than other doubles, but it has an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those looking for an attractive but practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. It's a compact side-byside that can fit a baby in a carrycot, a toddler in the seat, or three kids if you include the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple, self-standing fold, and a big canopy that gives the kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and comes with a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.