What to Look For in a Compact double prams with adjustable footrest Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is slim enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and handy carry straps to make it easy to schlep.

It's also extremely light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows and openings that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features that you should look for include the large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and an incredibly sturdy frame. You might consider if it's an e-travel system, or if the car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you need to take your children on public transport or for long distance journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that can be expanded to to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and nap while the other is observing the surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy, with the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. It is the thinnest twin pushchair available on the market. It measures only 63cm in length, so it should be able to pass through most doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot. It also has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, that feature the children sitting on opposite sides is a popular option for twins or parents of a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can expand with your family. It comes with 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you include the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It has a soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It is used in a mono or double mode. You can also attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.

Weight

A great double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to allow it to maneuver over rough terrain and, ideally, be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

A majority of compact double buggies have frames that are designed to take infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options when you are looking to avoid using separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

However, they do generally have affers a wide range of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids a view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake built into the adjustable handlebar, making it easier to push it up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and a baby, or two children who are the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can accommodate 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot that has the option of a toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're on a budget there are plenty affordable double buggies available like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit babies in the carrycot or a toddler in the seat, or even three children if you include the PiggyBack ride on board branded with some pizazz. It features a self-standing fold, a large canopy that offers protection for children and a peekaboo feature. It's also relatively light for a double buggy converts to single buggy and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.