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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is small enough to fit through most doorways and can take two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.

It's also very lightweight to carry and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are large and have windows that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features you must look for include a large shopping basket, rear and front suspension and an incredibly sturdy frame. You may also want to consider whether it's a travel system, or the possibility of adding a carrycot or car seat. These are important considerations when you're planning to bring your little ones along on public transport or longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an intelligent frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats have a recline option and can be positioned independently, which gives you the option of having one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other looks out at the surrounding. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as the ability to peek into the future.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest twin pushchair on the market. It is only 63cm in width which means it can fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats 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. However, they tend to have a wider footprint than single-seaters, and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow pavements or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to grow with your family, offering 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 comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in single or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspensions to make it easier to maneuver over rough terrain and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age groups.

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

However, they tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and are more difficult to fit through doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's specifications to see whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair available take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side on the market, measuring only 63cm in width. It is able to transport twins or one toddler and a baby. It is built to last and offers superior functionality with large air-filled tyres, which are all-terrain but just as happy nipping around the city.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins with one toddler and one baby or two kids, with piggy back boards (which you must purchase separately). It has an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and fold to make it easy to move around. It also has front and back suspensions to make it easier to navigate rough terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's also an excellent value for older children.

Folding

A good double stroller needs to be compact for storage. A good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model features a very slick fold and the frame's clever design expands in width when folded so that it's narrower than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and on public transportation, as well as reducing the need for a second vehicle.

It's a great choice for parents with twins, because it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another rider on the buggy's 'piggyback board. It also offers many different configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating to give both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with a handbrake, which makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market, measuring 63cm. It is ideal for parents who worry about fitting a double stroller sale in a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and one or two children who are similar age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot with an infant seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles, but it has great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces and is an excellent option for those who want an attractive but practical buggy.

There are numerous inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in the carrycot, even a toddler in the seat, or three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with some pizazz. It features a simple, self-standing fold, and a large canopy that offers both kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller and has a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your the shopping.