What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-by-side with tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate children up to 50 lbs per seat.
A budget-friendly, basic double with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents of different heights.
Size
In general double pushchairs are generally wider than single models, especially when they're side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The lighter a double-buggy is, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be aware of weight, as it's the lightest of our Lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which folds flat in just a few minutes; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight aisles of supermarkets and shops effortless. It's also extremely affordable at more than PS1,000. 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 that are narrow are a great way to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep the eye on your children and keep them safe while you go to the grocery store or in the park. They also come with a wide range of seat configurations which allows you to alter the seat as your children grow, and some even offer the option of adding a ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can be used to hold two seats or a car seat. The adaptors allow you to convert a single seat to a double in merely seconds. It comes with a huge pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is simple to do and quick.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they can easily hold twins, a baby or a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board (which is available separately). They provide a spacious basket and include all the extras you might require, including rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies typically have your children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more stable on uneven surfaces however they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a one-seater and can be too big to fit through doors.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've test. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, which means your children can take in the view. It also has an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as cups holder for one parent. The testers love the way the seats recline by pushing the levers under each seat, and say that the straps are easy to secure and remove using just one hand. The handle is easy to twist, making it simple to fold. It also stores by putting the backrest up for easy access.
This is a great option for families looking to grow with their children. cheap double pushchair comes in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins or a toddler, as well as three children with the 'PiggyBack board'. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension mean it's good on roads and in cities too. It's also affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this for children ages 0-6. of six.