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What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is small enough to fit through most doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and have windows that peek out.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are essential elements to look for in a pushchairs double buggy. You may also want to consider whether it's a travel system or the possibility of adding an infant car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side by side buggy with a frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This allows you to have one child relax and take a nap while the other one is watching the surrounding. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy that has the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so can fit through the majority of doors. It can take two car seats or one carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins or with a baby and toddler. However, they do generally have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow roads or through doors.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can grow with your family. It has 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins or a child and a toddler or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It can be used in either single or double buggy side by side mode. You can even attach a single stroller on the top of the unit for extra storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy is lightweight and easy-to-push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, most importantly it is suitable for twins or siblings of different age groups.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that are compatible with the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for families with children with medical needs and you want to avoid having to use separate strollers.

However, they do tend to have a larger space than side-byside buggies and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and on public transport. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives if this is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the slimmest side by side available at 53cm in width and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one baby and one toddler. It is built to last and offers high-quality performance with air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids with a piggy back board (which you must purchase separately). It has a self-standing fold and carry strap to make it a breeze to transport and comes with rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slim to store, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has an extremely smooth fold and the clever frame expands in width as you fold so that it's narrower than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to navigate through doorways and public transport. It also means that you don't require a second car for schlepping the buggy around.

It's a good option for parents with twins, as it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also has an array of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake, which makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at 64cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be a true off road double buggy-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and an infant, or two children who are similar age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the kids are comfortable.

Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a bit longer than some other doubles but it offers great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

There are a variety of inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot as well as an infant in the seat, or three kids if you include the brand-new pizazz PiggyBack ride-on board. It has an auto-standing fold, a large canopy that provides protection for both children and a peekaboo feature. It's also light for a double buggy, and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket for shopping.