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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is light enough to pass through most doorways and can be used with two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

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

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are essential features to look out for in a double buggy. You may be interested in knowing if it's a best travel double stroller system, or whether the car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you need to take your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double infant stroller buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has an innovative frame that expands widthways so that it can 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 surroundings. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy and the ability to peek into the future.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair double available and only 63cm wide so will fit through most doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lie-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which feature the children sitting on opposite sides they are a popular choice for twins or for parents of a baby and toddler. However, they do generally have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will expand 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 add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in mono or double mode. You can also connect a single stroller to the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy must be light and easy to push. It should come with an ample shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension to allow the child to traverse rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double buggies come with frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that are compatible with the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options if you want to avoid using separate strollers for younger children with medical conditions.

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

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-byside available at 63cm wide and can be used for newborn twins or one baby and one toddler. It is built to last and offers superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but also great for cruising around the town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can accommodate twins as well as a baby and toddler or two children with piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap to make it a breeze to transport and it has both rear and front suspension to help you deal with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A good double pushchair buggy needs to be slim to store, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side by side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold, so it's more compact than one stroller. This makes it easy to get around doorways and on public transport, while it also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a great choice for parents with twins since it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate an additional child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also comes with an array of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats that give both kids an overview of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake built into the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market measuring just 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double into a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler and a baby, or two children with similar age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and can be used with two car seats, or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, but it has great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's a great option for those who are looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

There are a variety of affordable double buggies, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This small side-by-side can accommodate babies in the carrycot, a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you add a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with some pizazz. It has a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that gives children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It's also quite light for a double stroller, and comes with a large undercarriage basket for storing shopping.