What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is small enough to pass through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap for easy schlepping.

The canopies are also simple to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies are generously sized and have peekaboo windows.

Size

Double buggy features that you must look for include an enormous shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and strong frame. You may be interested in knowing if it's an e-travel system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations when you need to take your children on public transport, or for long distance journeys.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that expands widthways to to 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 surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy as well as the ability to peek into the future.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest twin pushchair twin on the market. It's only 63cm in length and should fit through most doors. It can be used with two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies that feature the children sitting side by side they are a popular choice for twins or for parents of a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you include the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It features a soft suspension that makes light work of kerbs and can be utilized in double or mono mode. You can attach one stroller to the top for extra storage.

Weight

A great double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also have spacious shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to maneuver over rough terrain and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

Many compact double buggies come with frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical needs and you want to avoid the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they do tend to have a wider space than side-byside buggies and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and public transport. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's specifications to see what alternatives are available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the thinnest side-byside available with a 63cm width. It can be used to transport twins or an infant and a toddler. It has a robust design and a superior function and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to zip around the city.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic option. It can carry twins or a baby and toddler or two children with piggyback boards (which is required to be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it super-easy to schlep, and it has both rear and front suspension to help you cope with rougher terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

A good double buggy needs to be compact for storage. A good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model features a smooth fold, and the frame's clever design expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than an individual stroller. This makes it easier to navigate through doorways and public transport. It also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also hold another passenger on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers an array of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating area that gives both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake that makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market at the smallest 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double into a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and a baby or two children with the same age, and each seat can recline independently to ensure that the children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with two car seats or a carrycot that has an infant seat. It's slightly longer than some other doubles, but it provides excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent option for those who are looking for an attractive but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot as well as a toddler in the seat, or three kids if you add the Pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple self-standing fold, and a large canopy that offers both kids some protection and includes a peekaboo window. It's also light for a double buggy, and has a larger undercarriage basket to store shopping.