What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is small enough to fit through most doors and take 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 very light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are generously sized and have windows that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features that you should consider include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension and a sturdy frame. It is also advisable to consider whether it's a travel system, or if you can add a car seat or carrycot. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your little ones along on public transport or longer journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double running buggy buggy that you can use from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model has an innovative frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This lets you let one child unwind and take a nap while the other observes the surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy that has a peekaboo window too.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side Twin Stroller Side By Side pushchair on the market and only 63cm wide so will fit through most doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot. It also has lie-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular with parents of twins, or parents with a baby and a toddler. However, they tend to have a larger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow streets or through doors.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to grow with 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 add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It is equipped with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either single or double mode. You can attach a single stroller on top for additional storage.

Weight

A good double buggy should be best lightweight double stroller and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, front and rear suspensions to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, ideally it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

A majority of compact double buggies come with frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to stay clear of separate strollers for your smaller children with medical issues.

They tend to be wider than buggies that are side-by-side, and are harder to fit into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, check the product's specifications to see whether there are alternatives available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. This is the thinnest side-byside available that measures just 63cm in width. It is able to carry twins or one toddler and a baby. It's a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to whizz around town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins or one baby and one toddler or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you must purchase separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap to make it a breeze to transport and has front and rear suspension to help you cope with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than most trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A good double stroller needs to be compact to store, and a good choice 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, so it's narrower that one stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, while making it less necessary to have a second vehicle.

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

Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market measuring just 63cm. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double through doors and on public transport. However, it is able to handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can be used to carry twins, a baby and toddler or two children who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to keep the kids at ease.

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

There are a variety of inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in a carrycot, an infant in the seat, or even three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with pizazz. It comes with an easy-to-stand fold, a large canopy that provides protection for children as well as an option to peekaboo. It's also quite light for a double stroller and features a large undercarriage storage basket for storing things like shopping.