What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side with an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors), to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 lbs.

A fantastic budget double with rear and front suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of 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. This extra width allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. They also have other key features that make them stand out, such as spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; swivel lock front wheels which help navigate narrow spots like shopping aisles cups with a single parent holder, an innovative fold mechanism that can be operated one-handed; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't made for tough terrain but manage city streets and theme parks fairly well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The heavier a double buggy is the more easy it will be to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features like a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo window as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel on the front that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. With a price of just over P1,000 is a very affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A double buggy is an excellent option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and a Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Double Pushchair: Lightweight Stroller. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for navigating tight spaces, while side-by-side models keep your children accounted for and allow you to keep your eyes on them as you go to the grocery store or the park. There are many buggies that come with a range of seat configurations, so you can adapt them as your children grow. Some offer the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect example. It can be used to hold two seats or a car seat. The adaptors let you convert a single seat to a double in merely minutes. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy and adjustable leg rests, as well as peekaboo windows in both seats as well as an easy standing fold that is quick and easy to do with just one hand; and a top-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.

Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are perfect to navigate narrow doors and aisles, while they can easily hold twins or even a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which you buy separately). The basket is large and includes all the accessories like liners and raincovers.

Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children sitting side-by-side. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver up and over kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and can be a bit long for getting through doorways.

Comfort

This is one of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have test. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, so your children can take in the view. It also has an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as a cup holder for a single parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be fastened and removed with just one hand. It's also a doddle to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as simple as possible and also stores with the backrest up for easy access.

This is a great option for families who want to develop with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins or a toddler, as well as a baby or three kids when you add the 'PiggyBack board'. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension mean it's good on streets and in cities too. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children up to six years old.