What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double that has small footprint (for narrow doors and public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 pounds.
A budget-friendly, basic double with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents with different heights.
Size
In general double pushchairs are larger than single models, especially when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good thing is that this extra width enables them to carry heavier kids without straining the chassis. They also have other key features that make them stand out, including large pop-out canopy sizes with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; swivel lock front wheels that make it easier to navigate tight areas such as shopping aisles; a one-parent cup holder and an innovative fold mechanism that can be done with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't built for tough terrain but handle city streets and theme parks quite well.
These buggies that are lightweight are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The lighter a double buggy is the more easy it is to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be aware of weight, as it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests but still offers plenty of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which folds flat in just a few minutes; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight shops and supermarket aisles simple. It's priced at just over $1000, 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 well-designed double buggy can provide a lot of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you navigate the supermarket or the park. They also come with a wide variety of seat configurations that allow you to modify to your child's needs as they grow, and some even have the option to add a ride-on or car seat.
The Joie Evalite duo is a great illustration. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors for car seats let you change from a single seat to a double in seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is simple to make and quick.
Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or even a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack board (which you can purchase separately). They come with a large basket and include all the extras you might require, such as liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting side-by-side. This makes them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and can be a bit long for getting through doors.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can take in the view. It also comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a windows that peek out, an upholstered toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as a cup holder for a single parent. Testers are awestruck by how the seats recline independently by pressing the levers under each seat. They also note that the straps are easy to secure and remove with one hand. twin stroller is easy to twist, making it simple to fold. It can also be stored with the backrest raised for easy access.
This is a great option for families looking to grow with their children. It is available in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can carry twins with a toddler as well as a baby or three kids when you add an 'PiggyBack Board'. The spacious basket and the soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs as well as for use in cities. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.