What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with a compact footprint (for narrow doorways and public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to make the frame more sturdy for children up to 50 lbs.
Budget double with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.
Size
twin pushchair from birth tend to be wider than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width enables them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. They also have other key features that help them stand out, like large pop-out canopy sizes with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as swivel lock front tires which help navigate narrow spots like shopping aisles cups with a single parent holder, the clever fold mechanism that can be done with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme parks fairly well.
These buggies that are lightweight have surprisingly low price tags.
Weight
The heavier a double buggy is the more easy it will be to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's still loaded with plenty of features like the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo window as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be stowed flat in a matter of seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front that allows you to maneuver narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. It's priced at just over $1000 It's also a great value stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is a great option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and a baby. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models will keep your children well-cared for and help you to keep an eye on them as you go to the grocery store or the park. Many have a variety of seating configurations, so you can adjust them as your child grows. Some allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can fit two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors allow you to change from a single seat to a double in seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is simple to perform and fast.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are perfect to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they can easily hold twins or a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board (which you can purchase separately). They provide a spacious basket, and come with all the accessories you could need, including liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting close to each other. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have tested. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also has a large UPF 50+ canopy that has a the peek-a-boo window, and a padded toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests and an integrated cup holder for a single parent. Testers are awestruck by how the seats recline independently by pressing the levers under each seat, and say that the straps are simple to unfasten and fasten with one hand. It's also simple to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as is possible, and stores with the backrest up to make it easy to access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids with the addition of a "PiggyBack" board) it's a great choice for families who want to be able to grow with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs, as well as in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to youngsters up to the age of six.