What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with small 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.
Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.
Size
Double pushchairs are generally larger than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width enables them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that come with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles, 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 are able to handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The lighter the double buggy the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be cognizant of weight. It's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, including large pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and a quick-release fold that folds flat in just a few minutes; four-wheel suspension to take on rough terrain and an adjustable front wheel that makes getting around narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops effortless. It's priced at just over $1000 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 a great option for parents with twins or even a toddler and baby. Narrow tandem buggies are great to fit into tight spaces, while side-by-side models will keep your children well-cared for and allow you to keep an eye on them as you travel around the supermarket or the park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seat configurations so you can modify the seat as your child grows. Some even allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can hold two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors let you change from single to double in a matter of seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is simple to make and quick.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. Their slim frames are perfect for negotiating narrow aisles and doors, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). The basket is large and includes all the accessories like liners and raincovers.
sit and stand double stroller have your children sitting side-by-side. This makes them easier to push and more stable on uneven surfaces however they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They are larger than a single seater and can be too big to fit through doors.
Comfort
One of the more comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats so that your children can have a great view. It also has large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as an individual cup holder for parents. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened or unfastened with one hand. double pushchairs is easy to twist, making it simple to fold. It can also be stored by putting the backrest up for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) This is a great choice for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension makes it ideal on kerbs and in the city too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to youngsters up to the age of six.