What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that the side-byside is slim enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

It's also easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies are spaciously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A large shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are the most important features to look out for in a double buggy. You may be interested in knowing if it's an e-travel system, or whether the car seat or carrycot can be added. These are crucial considerations if you're planning to bring your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double travel stroller buggy (click here to investigate) that you can use from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has an intelligent frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be positioned in a different way, which gives you the option of one child leaning back and enjoying a nap while the other is looking out at the world around them. The seats also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy and the ability to peek into the future.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest twin pushchair on the market. It is only 63cm in length and should fit through most doors. It can take two car seats or one carrycot, and has lie-flat seats suitable from birth.

Tandem double stroller for twins buggies are popular with parents of twins, or parents with a baby and a toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can grow with your family. It comes with 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins or a baby and a toddler or three children if you purchase iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It comes with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs simple to navigate. It is able to be used in mono or double travel stroller mode. You can even attach a single stroller to the top of the unit for additional storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy is light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspensions to make it easier to maneuver over rough terrain and, ideally, be suitable for twins or siblings of various age groups.

Many double buggies are compact and include frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that are compatible with popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for your younger children with medical issues.

They are generally larger than side-byside buggies, and are harder to squeeze into doorways and on public transport. If this is important to you, look through the product details to see if there are any alternatives available.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pushchair on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside on the market, measuring only 63cm in width. It can be used to carry twins or one toddler and a baby. It has robust engineering and superior functionality with large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but also great for cruising around town.

Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids with a piggy back board (which you must purchase separately). It has a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it super-easy to schlep, and comes with rear and front suspension to help you deal with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than the majority of tri-fold buggies. It's an excellent value for older kids.

Folding

A great double buggy has to be slimline to store, and a suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and features a very smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it smaller than a single stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transportation, and it also means that you don't require a second car for schlepping the buggy around.

It's an excellent option for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also has an array of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both kids the view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake that allows you to push the buggy up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market with a footprint of 63cm. It is perfect for parents who worry about fitting a double inside the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be an off-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and baby or two kids of the same age, and each seat reclines independently to keep the kids comfortable.

One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can be used with a car seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it offers excellent maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those who want an elegant and practical buggy.

If you're on a budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies available, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot as well as a toddler in a seat, or three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that gives the kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also fairly light for a double pram buggy stroller and has a large undercarriage basket for storing shopping.