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 doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate kids up to 50 lbs per seat.
A fantastic budget double with front and rear suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket and padded handlebar for parents of different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs tend to be larger than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good news is that this extra width allows them to accommodate heavier children without straining the chassis. They also have other key characteristics that make them stand out, like generously-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows as well as swivel lock front tires that help navigate tight spots like shopping aisles cups with a single parent holder, the clever fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand; and 10 inch back wheels that aren’t designed for rough terrain, but can handle city streets and theme parks fairly well.
These lightweight double stroller side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The lighter a double buggy is the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is a great choice if weight is an issue. It still has many features, including an enormous pop-out canopy that has SPF50 and a peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in seconds, four-wheel suspension for Pushchairsandprams rough terrain and a swivel wheel on the front, which allows you to maneuver narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. It’s also super-affordable at just more than PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional’sidepack’.
Flexibility
A good double buggy can provide a lot of flexibility, whether you have twins or an infant and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for fitting through narrow spaces, while side by side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and help you to keep an eye on them while you go to the grocery store or the park. Many also have a wide variety of seat configurations, so you can adapt them as your children develop, and some come with the option of adding a ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can hold two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use let you change from single to double in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as windows that peek out from both seats as well as the standing fold is simple and quick to fold with one hand; and a high-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they are able to accommodate twins or a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby’s “PiggyBack board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras like raincovers and liners.
Tandem buggies are typically made with your kids sitting side-by-side. This makes them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver up and over kerbs. They are larger than a one-seater and can be too big to pass through doorways.
Comfort
One of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we’ve tested This buggy comes with elevated stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can are able to enjoy the view. It comes with nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests, as well as the cup holder that is single to double buggy-parent. The testers love the way the seats recline independently by pressing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten with just one hand. It’s also easy to fold with a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible, and stores by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is the ideal choice for families that want to grow with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can accommodate twins with a toddler as well as a baby or three kids with an ‘PiggyBack Board’. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on streets and in cities too. It’s also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.
