What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as handy carry straps that make it easy to move.

It's also very light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension are key aspects to look for in a double buggy. You may be interested in knowing if it's a travel system or whether the car seat or carrycot can be added. These are important considerations when you're planning to bring your children on public transport or on longer journeys.

Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a small double buggy that you can use from the beginning. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that expands widthways to to accommodate two children. The seats have the option of recline and can be positioned independently, giving you the option of having one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other is looking out at the surrounding. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy and an option to peek inside.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and only 63cm wide so will fit through most doors. It can also take two car seats or one carrycot. It also has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies that feature the children sitting in a row is a popular option for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. They have a bigger space than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to grow with your family. It comes with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins or a baby and a toddler or three kids when you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in single or double mode. You can attach a single stroller on top for additional storage.

Weight

A good best double strollers buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, front and rear suspensions to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, ideally it is suitable for twins or siblings of various age groups.

Many compact double buggies include frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that match the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices for those who want to avoid using separate strollers for younger children with medical issues.

They are typically larger than buggies that are side-by-side and are more difficult to squeeze into doorways and on public transport. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives for this if it is important to you and your family.

If you're looking for the most compact double pushchair on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside on the market that measures just 63cm in width. It is able to transport twins or an infant and a toddler. It has a robust design and a superior function and large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains but also happy to go about town.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, one baby and one toddler or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with a carry strap that is self-standing and can folds to make it simple to move around. It also comes with front and back suspension to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value choice for older kids.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slim for storage. A suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model features a very slick fold and the clever frame expands in width when folded so that it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to navigate through doorways and public transportation, and it also means you don't need a second car for schlepping the buggy around.

It's a great choice for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can hold an additional child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also comes with an array of options, including seats that are elevated that give both kids 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.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-byside available measuring just 63cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting an extra door for a double stroller on public transport, while it is able to take on rough terrain like an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with one or two children of similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the kids are comfortable.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seats/seats, or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles but it offers excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.

There are many budget double buggy from birth buggies, such as the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold infants in a carrycot or even a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you include a PiggyBack ride on board branded with some pizazz. It has a self-standing fold, a large canopy that offers protection for children and an option to peekaboo. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket for shopping.