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 a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame for kids up to 50lbs per seat.

Budget Graco DuoRider Double Pushchair: Lightweight Birth to 3 Years with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.

Size

Double pushchairs tend to be more spacious than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width allows them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. They also have other key features that help them stand out, including spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and swivel lock front wheels which help navigate narrow spots such as shopping aisles; cups with a single parent holder, a smart fold mechanism that is able to be completed one-handed; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't designed for rough terrain but can manage city streets and theme parks fairly well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and have surprisingly low price tags.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy the lighter it is, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Hauck Uptown Duo Twin Pram - Melange Black, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It's got many features, including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and peekaboo window as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be stowed flat in seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front that makes it easy to navigate tight shops and supermarket aisles. It's priced at just over $1000 It's also a great value stroller. 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, no matter if you have twins or an infant and a toddler. Narrow tandem buggies can be used to fit into tight spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep the eye on your children and ensure their safety when you're out at the grocery store or in the park. Many also have a wide selection of seating options that allow you to modify the seat 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 great example. It can hold two seats or a car seat and its adaptors for car seats allow you to change from a single to a double in just a few seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is simple to make and quick.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack board (which you buy separately). They provide a spacious basket, and come with all the accessories you could need, including rain covers and liners.

Tandem buggies typically have your children seated side-by-side, which can make them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and may be a bit longer to get through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features elevated Graco Stadium Duo Tandem Double Pushchair - Black/Grey-style seating for both seats, so your kids can enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests, as well as a single-parent cup holder. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be fastened and unfastened with one hand. The handle is easy to twist, making it simple to fold. It also stores by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.

This is the ideal choice for families looking to develop with their children. It is available in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can hold twins with a toddler as well as a baby or three kids with the 'PiggyBack board'. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension mean it's good on streets and in cities too. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to youngsters up to the age of six.