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What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side that has tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors), to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 lbs.

Budget double with front and back suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.

Size

Double twin pushchairs are typically more spacious than single ones, especially when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopy with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These lightweight side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double buggy is the easier it will be to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be aware of weight, since it's the lightest in our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including large pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and a quick-release fold that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension that can handle rough terrain and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight shops and supermarket aisles easy. Just over PS1,000, it's also a super-affordable 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 baby. The narrow tandem buggies can be used to fit into tight spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep the eye on your children and ensure their safety while you go to the grocery store or in the park. There are many buggies that come with a selection of seating options which allows you to alter the seat as your children grow. Some offer the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect 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 in merely seconds. It comes with a huge pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a the window that peeks out twin pushchair from birth both seats. A standing fold is easy to do and quick.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are perfect for negotiating narrow doors and aisles, while they are able to accommodate twins or a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). The basket is spacious and includes all the accessories like raincovers and liner.

Tandem buggies typically have your children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too large to fit through doorways.

Comfort

This is one of the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have tested. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also features a large UPF 50+ canopy with the peek-a-boo window, and an upholstered toddler seat with an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests as well as a cup holder for a single parent. The testers love the way that the seats recline by pushing the levers under each seat. They also note that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten with just one second hand double buggy. The handle is easy to twist making it easy to fold. It also stores with the backrest raised for easy access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins, a baby and toddler or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic option for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on roads and in cities too. It's also affordable. BabyGearLab recommends it for children between the ages of 6 and 6.