What to Look For in a Compact double travel stroller Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is light enough to pass through most doorways and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

It's also very easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies are large and have windows that peek out.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are key features to look out for in a double buggy sale buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a traveler or whether you can add a car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you need to take your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double buggy that can be used from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and nap while the other is observing the surrounding. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy with the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so should fit through most doorways. It can be used with two car seat or one carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies that have the children positioned side by side 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's been designed to adapt to your family, with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins or a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can buy separately). It has a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs. It is used in mono or double mode. You can attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double buggy is light and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, most importantly it is suitable for twins or siblings of various age.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with branded adaptors that match the popular models made by 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.

However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and public transportation. Check the product details for alternatives if this is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It is the tiniest side-by-side available, measuring only 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins or a baby and a toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to zip around town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another excellent alternative. It can hold twins or a baby and toddler, or two children using a piggyback board (which is required to be purchased separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap that makes it a breeze to transport and comes with rear and front suspensions to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be compact for storage. A ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has an extremely smooth fold and the frame's clever design expands in width when folded to make it smaller than a single to double stroller stroller. This makes it much easier to navigate through doorways and public transport, while it also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a good option for parents with twins, since it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also offers many different options, including seats that are elevated to give both children an overview of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double in the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and one or two children who are similar age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can be used with two car seats, or a carrycot and an infant seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, however it offers excellent maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those who want a stylish and practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double tandem pushchair buggies available, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, an infant in the seat, or three kids when you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It comes with an easy-to-stand fold, a canopy that provides protection for children as well as an option to peekaboo. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and features a large undercarriage storage basket for storing things like shopping.