What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is small enough to fit through the majority of doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It folds up self-standing and handy carry straps to make it easy to schlep.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up and down the stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

Double buggy features that you should look for include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension and an incredibly sturdy frame. You may consider if it's an e-best travel double stroller system, or whether an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. These are crucial considerations if you need to take your children on public transport or longer journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that you can use from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with a clever frame that expands widthways to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This lets you allow one child to relax and take a nap while the other is observing the surroundings. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy as well as a peekaboo feature.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. This is the slimmest twin stroller with car seats pushchair on the market. It's just 63cm wide and should be able to pass through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins or parents who have a child and toddler. However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than single-seaters and can be difficult to maneuver on narrow streets or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to adapt to your family, with 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler, or even three children when you include the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It has a soft suspension that makes light work of kerbs. It can be used in mono or double mode. You can attach one stroller to the top for additional storage.

Weight

A quality double buggy is lightweight and easy to push. It should al smaller than a single stroller. This makes it easy to navigate doorways and on public transport. It also means that you don't require a second car for schlepping the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents with twins because it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate a third child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated to give both children a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with an adjustable handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market measuring just 63cm. It is perfect for parents who worry about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and baby or two children who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to keep the kids at ease.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can accommodate two car seats, or a carrycot and an infant seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, however it is extremely maneuverable especially on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.

There are many inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit infants in a carrycot, an infant in the seat or even three kids if you add a PiggyBack ride on board branded with some pizazz. It has an auto-standing fold, a large canopy that offers protection for both children and the ability to peek inside. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller, and features a large undercarriage storage basket for storing the shopping.