What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double with an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow doorways and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame for kids up to 50 pounds per seat.
Budget double with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.
Size
In twin strollers for newborns are larger than single models - particularly when they're side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width lets them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that come with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a smart fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't built 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 the double buggy the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It's still loaded with many features, including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo window, a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel on the front, which makes it easy to navigate narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. With a price of just over P1,000, 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 that is well-designed will offer a huge amount of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or an infant and a toddler. Narrow tandem buggies are great for navigating tight 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 navigate the supermarket or the park. Many also have a wide variety of seat configurations which allows you to alter to your child's needs as they grow, and some even offer the option of adding an extra ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use allow you to change from a single seat to a double in seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a the window that peeks out from both seats. cheap double buggy standing fold is simple to perform and fast.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. They are perfect for narrow doors and aisles. They are also able to accommodate twins and a larger child by adding UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the accessories you may need, including liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies usually have your children seated together, which can make them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, but can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. They are larger than a single seater and can be too big to fit through doors.
Comfort
One of the more comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tried, this buggy features seats that are elevated to the level of stadium seats, so your kids can are able to enjoy the view. It comes with large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as a single-parent cup holder. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened in one hand. It's also simple to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as could be, and stores with the backrest up to make it easy to 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 great option for families that are looking to expand with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs as well as in the city. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this for children up to the age of six.