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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.

It's also very lightweight to carry and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows and peekaboo openings.

Size

Double buggy features that you should consider include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension and strong frame. You may want to look at whether it is a travel system, or whether a car seat or carrycot can be added. Those are important considerations if you need to take your kids on public transport or longer journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double buggy that you can use from the beginning take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an intelligent frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you have one child relax and take a nap while the other is observing the surrounding. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy that has an open window.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin buggy from birth pushchair on the market and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also be used with two car seats or a carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a baby and toddler. However, they tend to have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow roads or through doors.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can grow with your family. It has 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 features a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It can be used in a mono or double mode. You can attach a single stroller on top to store additional items.

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to allow it to maneuver over rough terrain and, most importantly it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

Many compact double buggies have frames specifically designed to accommodate infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for your smaller children with medical conditions.

However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and can be harder to fit through doors and public transport. Review the product's details for alternatives for this if it is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double buggy that converts to single stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side by side available at 64cm wide. It can be used by newborn twins or one baby and one toddler. It has a robust design and superior functionality with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to whizz around town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids with piggy back boards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing carry strap and folds down to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rough terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option to store the double buggy. This side-by-side model features an extremely smooth fold and the frame's clever design expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than a single stroller double. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and public transportation, while also reducing the need for a second vehicle.

It's a good option for parents with twins as it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can hold another child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also offers an array of options, including seats that are elevated to give both kids a view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the handlebar that can be adjusted, making it easier to push it up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available, measuring 63cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and baby or two kids with the same age, and each seat can recline independently to keep the kids at ease.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can accommodate two car seats, or a carrycot and the option of a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, but it is extremely maneuverable especially on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.

There are numerous budget double pushchair from birth buggies, such as the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit babies in a carrycot, a toddler in the seat or even three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with the pizazz. It has a self-standing fold, a huge canopy that protects both children and a peekaboo feature. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller and has a large undercarriage basket for storing things like shopping.