Double Buggy: The Good The Bad And The Ugly

A Double Buggy Is a Must-Have For Families With Two Kids

A double buggy will be a necessity for families with more than one child. You can travel through urban streets or off-road trails with ease while keeping your children comfortable and happy.

When you are choosing a double stroller, there are numerous factors to consider. First, make sure it can fit through your door and into the car boot when folded.

Lightweight

It's exciting to welcome home a second child but there are a number of practical issues to be considered. The addition of a second child to the family will require rearranging living spaces, rethinking the seating arrangements in vehicles, and investing in a double buggy.

If you're looking for twins or need something a little more compact, there are lots of great options out there. Our experts from the lab recommend the iCandy Peach because it comes with a number of accessories that rival brands will charge additional fees for. It also folds up very neatly to take up less space in your boot. Testers find it rolls well and is easy to manoeuvre. However, it could feel a little long when you're using it in double mode.

Side-by-side buggies are great to keep your kids together but they tend to be larger than a single buggy which makes them difficult to navigate up and down kerbs. Mountain Buggy Duet Luxury, with its 63cm width is the tiniest on the market. It's easy to maneuver through doors and into public transportation. It's compatible with all terrain double stroller kinds of car seats and will expand with your family and can be used as a mono or tandem buggy when your children are old enough to sit side-by-side.

The suspension is great for rough surfaces, and the adjustable height handle makes steering simple. It's an excellent choice for older children, since it has a seat that's elevated stadium style to give them a better view of the action. It's not as light as other models, but it's still a great option.

It's crucial to select the right double buggy that is easy to push. Find a handle with padding and a grip made ready to grow double stroller fit your height. Also, a large basket with many pockets and compartments. It's also worth checking how it's simple to fold and store your buggy when you're not using it.

Easy to manoeuvre

There are some amazing new double buggies that allow two children to travel much more convenient. For example the iCandy Orange is an all-in-one option that can carry twins (or one toddler and a baby) with both car seats facing forward or backward, and even a third seat using piggyback boards (sold separately). Its light, sleek frame with swivel front wheels, swivel rear wheels and suspension makes it easy to maneuver through the city and over rough terrain.

Other models that are side-by-side, such as the Joie Evalite Duo are also extremely light and have a small footprint, making them easily able to be inserted into doors and on public transport and you can usually store them with seats still in place. However, they require some muscle to get over kerbs, and are more difficult to maneuver on uneven surfaces. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 can be utilized in tandem mode with both seats/carrycots, but it can also be used to push one buggy. Its clever frame expands in width.

If you plan on using public transport often it is advisable to think about a double buggy with large wheels. They are more designed for rough or uneven surfaces. Check how easy it is to fold and unfold, as well as the width of the buggy folded to see if it will fit into your boot. If you live in an area with narrow streets, choose a tandem double stroller where the child sits behind their partner instead of in front of them. This will make it easier to maneuver in narrow spaces.

A lot of storage

A double buggy isn't necessary for all families, but it can make outings more manageable for those with toddlers and newborns. If you're looking to purchase a light model that's easy to steer, check out the range of double buggies that are side-by-side. They provide plenty of space under in the form of a deep basket, as well as additional rear and side pockets for all your baby essentials. A lot of models come with handles that can be adjusted to accommodate parents of different heights. They fold up neatly to a compact size which makes them perfect for small areas or in the boot.

If you want a more robust double buggy, you can choose one of the all-terrain models. They are usually twins and can be more difficult to maneuver however, they're usually equipped with a reclining seat designed for infants and older children and are a good choice for outdoor enthusiasts and active families. Some of them permit you to transform the buggy into running jogger, making them ideal for exercise and running.

Many of the top double buggies are designed to accommodate a variety of combinations of seats, carrycots and car seats. This makes them a great option for families with twins or siblings who are close in age, but it's worth looking over the specifications of any model you're considering to ensure that it will fit your requirements.

There are two primary types of double buggy - twin, where your children sit side-by-side, and tandem where one seat is placed in front of the other. A twin buggy has the main benefit that your children are able to be together instead of fighting over who sits in the front. Twin buggy can be larger and make it more difficult to navigate through aisles and doorways at the supermarket.

Tandem buggies are usually smaller than single buggies, but are nonetheless longer. They're also less stable when bouncing up kerbs and might require dismantling to fit in your car's boot. Reclining the seat independently is now a fairly standard feature on the majority of double buggies. So, ensure that your model can be adjusted by each child's seat to the position that they are most comfortable in.

Comfort

A good double buggy should offer both children and parents plenty of comfort. Check for padding on the straps, how much recline each seat can do and if the seats can be independently adjusted to allow you to adjust to your child's needs as they develop. Be sure to check the weight limit, and if both have a hood or sun canopy that protects from rain and wind.

If you're looking for a flexible alternative to a double pushchair then consider a baby carrier. They are suitable for toddlers who want to walk but need a ride on board and they are also ideal for newborns and infants. Some carriers can be used in conjunction with a car seat for even greater flexibility.

Many parents find a side-by-side double buggy the easiest option to navigate, however there are some unique models available, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet Luxury in herringbone, which is amazingly slim and is the thinnest double buggy with a side-by-side layout on the market (it's the same size as a single stroller).

The Wave from Mamas & Papas is another smart choice that gives you more configuration options than other tandem buggies. It's initially a single pushchair, but you can add a second seat or carrycot (and sometimes a third) to the frame using adaptors, which gives you an array of seating options. It's easy to steer, has a great suspension, and Lab experts loved the ease with which it is to fold: You simply pull up on two straps (one under each seat) and the whole thing collapses in half in a matter of seconds.

Double buggys are a good investment that will last for many years. They also come with a decent resale price. When comparing prices it is important to keep in mind that buying a brand name model will let you get extra accessories and upgrades later. Some of our best-rated double buggies come with a useful changing Bag and Carrier for the price. This is an essential accessory that will save you time, effort and money when traveling with your baby.