3 Wheel Double Buggy

A great choice for parents who want to take their kids off-road, the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain baby stroller. It has a suspension that is impressive and large wheels that are puncture proof.

Claire Our test participant, Claire, was impressed by the packaging. It was easy to open and clean. She found it to be among the most simple and quick pieces of baby equipment to assemble. She took it for a spin around the rough terrain and was thrilled with its performance.

Seats

Most 3 wheel stroller for newborn wheel double buggies are initially single pushchairs. However, some can convert to take an additional seat or carrycot using adapters (these are typically more common in tandem buggies). Some models allow you to add an extra board for older kids who are ready to walk but require a little help.

For a lightweight option that is ideal for city streets, take a look at the Joie Evalite Duo. It's easy to maneuver and comes with a large basket with lots of storage. It can accommodate twins from birth and will accommodate two car seats as well as a carrycot and seat. The seats are required to be oriented forward and there's no room to store a bag of groceries underneath and you'll need a sidepack to do that.

If you like to go off-road and off-road, the Mountain Buggy Duet is a excellent choice. It's a side by side model with the smallest footprint of any double buggy available. It's easier to maneuver through narrow doors, on public transport and to climb over and up kerbs. It also has a handbrake that is attached to the adjustable handlebar for extra security and safety.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 double is a lightweight option that is suitable for twins or a toddler and baby. The seats have multi-position reclining and UPF 50+ sunshades, and the canopy can be adjusted to keep the sun out of your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can be converted into triple by adding UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack" board for older children.

The iCandy Orange double buggies are one of the most popular on the market. This is due to their exceptional comfort. It's a true all-terrain pushchair with a soft suspension, which makes light work of bumpy surfaces. It can be used in 30 seating configurations and includes an integrated ride-on board that can be used for older children who prefer to walk, and a 'cinema seating' mode which raises the back seat for better visibility.

The phil&teds dots are brilliant single buggys that are easily modified to take two (or three!) in various configurations. This is particularly helpful when you have a child in a car seat since the frame can be equipped with a wedgie for optimum position, and also car seat adapters for many brands.

Suspension

The suspension of a triple wheeled buggy will determine how easily your child/children and you can push it. A smooth ride is vital because babies feel every bump on the road, especially if it's in rough terrain such as grass or unpaved paths. Some models come with locking front tires to aid in maneuvering and navigating obstacles like curbs.

Certain models come with air-filled tyres that are ideal for all-terrain riding, but they can be prone punctures. Make sure you keep an extra set of tyres inside the trunk. Certain models come with foam or gel-filled tyres that are designed to cushion bumps. They can be less likely to puncture, however they might be uncomfortable for your child if you decide to run.

Our award-winning side-by-side duet buggy has a brilliant suspension that lets you go over any terrain easily and comfortably which makes it the ideal buggy for city walks. You can even upgrade the duet by adding our dual kit, allowing you to carry two children all within the same footprint!

MFM reviewer Kath put the Urban Glide 2 through its paces with her infant and three years old, and found that it performed admirably on difficult terrains: "it navigated effortlessly over pavements that were bumpy and grassy, cobbles and dirt tracks easily and was able to maneuver around corners and climb up and down kerbs. The 16" rear wheels, when combined with the lockable swivel wheels on the front, make it an extremely stable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 has a variety of features, like large seats with padded cover and hood that offers 50+ UV protection and rechargeable and easy-to use visibility lights.

Folding

A three-wheel double buggy folds quite neatly to store it. There are models that fold flat, stand up (as as if they were the form of a pushchair 3 wheels) and others that pop out to reveal a more umbrella-like folding that has the option of a hand-operated break. In general the more wheels a buggy has the more able it will be to navigate over rough terrain. This is especially applicable when the wheels are larger than average - this will provide you with more stability and reduce the chance that your child will tip or flip over.

The iCandy Wave is a popular choice. It can be used with an infant car seat from birth and then converted into a double buggy side-by-side when your child is older. It's a comfortable and light-feeling model that makes it simple to push and is packed with extra features, including bumper bars and a raincover.

Another alternative is the phil&teds sport that is a future-proof model as it's brilliant as a single buggy from day dot and can be adapted to take two (or even three!) All of this is contained in its compact footprint. It is an innovative 3 wheel umbrella stroller-wheel design that includes a sling seat for superior manoeuvrability, stability and the ability to pop the kerb.

This is one of the best lightweight 3 wheel stroller double buggies to jog in with your kids. It has an adjustable front wheel that locks, which will help you maintain control on rough terrain or off-road. It also comes with a large undercarriage basket, an adjustable handlebar, and a soft suspension for a comfy ride.

It's a light and compact model that folds by one hand, making it great for travel. It's compatible with a broad variety of infant car seats and has an easy-to-pull-out undercarriage bag that can be used to stash things to shop. It's a bit on the expensive side, but it does have some standout features that make it an excellent value choice, including its simple one-click fold, and numerous extras, such as a bumper bar and raincover.

Storage

One thing that many people love about a quality triple wheeled double buggy is the storage capacity. Certain models, like the Roma Atlas offer a generously-sized basket, as well as two zip pockets inside the hood that keep your keys and phone in reach. It is also designed to withstand a bit rough terrain, making it a great choice for family walks or all-terrain walks.

Other models like the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space, and the ability to carry twins or a toddler and a baby (it uses their 'PiggyBack' board make this possible). It's the most compact side-by-side double on the market. It also comes with impressive features, such as LED lights for visibility that are placed on both sides of the frame to improve safety during low-light conditions.

The Joie Evalite Duo, a lightweight stroller that can accommodate twins from birth and is world-facing with a lie-flat reclining position It's something completely different. The clever frame can expand to accommodate a second seat, but it weighs only 11kg. This makes it simple to move and lift. It can be used with a car seat, carrycot, or both. This lets you enjoy the best 3 wheel stroller travel system of both worlds.