What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double with an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow doors and on public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to make the frame more sturdy for children weighing up to 50lbs.
A great barebones budget double with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket and 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 accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier a double buggy is, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be aware of weight, as it's the lightest in our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which folds flat in just a few seconds; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops effortless. 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 double buggy is a great option for parents with twins, or even a baby and toddler. Buggies that are narrow can be used to squeeze through small spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep track of your children and ensure their safety when you're out at the grocery store or in the park. Many also have a wide range of seat configurations which allows you to alter the seat as your children grow. Some come with the option of adding an extra ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. double buggy travel system can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its easy-to-use adaptors allow you to change from a single to a double in seconds. It also comes with a large pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy, adjustable leg rests and peekaboo windows on both seats and the standing fold is simple and quick to fold with just one hand; and a top-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. They are perfect to navigate narrow doors and aisles. They can also easily accommodate twins or a child and a larger child with the addition of UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is sold separately). double buggy travel system provide a spacious basket and come with all the accessories you could require, including liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies typically have your children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more stable on uneven surfaces but can be tricky to maneuver up and down kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single seater and can be too large to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we've examined. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also has an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, a padded toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests as well as cups holder for one parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be secured and removed with just one hand. It's also simple to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as could be, and stores with the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is the ideal choice for families who want to expand with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins, a toddler and three children with an 'PiggyBack Board'. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension make it suitable on streets and in cities too. It's also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends this product for children up to the age of six.