What to Look For in a stroller double travel buggy (try Writeablog)

A side-byside double seat stroller with a compact footprint (for narrow doorways and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame to accommodate kids up to 50 pounds per seat.

A fantastic budget double with front and rear suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents with different heights.

Size

In general double pushchairs are larger than single models - particularly when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain but 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 will be to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be cognizant of weight, since 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 can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops simple. 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 good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or an infant and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep track of your children and ensure their safety when you're out at the park or shopping. There are many buggies that come with a range of seat configurations that allow you to modify the seat as your children grow, and some even have the option to add an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can be used to hold two seats or a car seat. The adaptors allow you to convert from a single seat to a double stroller sale seat in a matter of minutes. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy, adjustable leg rests and peekaboo windows on both seats; a standing fold that's simple and quick to fold with one hand; and a top-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow aisles and doors, while they are able to accommodate twins or even a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the extras you might require, such as liners and rain covers.

Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children seated close to each other. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver up and over kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a one-seater and can be too long to fit through doors.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can have a great view. It also has large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as a single-parent cup holder. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be secured and unfastened in one hand. It's also a doddle to fold with a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as simple as possible and can be stored by putting the backrest up for easy access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids if you add the option of a "PiggyBack" board) it's a great choice for families who want to be able to grow with their child. The large basket and soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs, as as in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this product for youngsters up to the age of six.