What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow doorways and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame for kids up to 50 lbs per seat.
A great barebones budget double with rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents with different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs are generally larger than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good news is that this extra width allows them to carry heavier kids without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides well.
These buggies that are lightweight have surprisingly low price tags.
Weight
The heavier a double buggy is the more easy it will be to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be cognizant of weight, as it's the lightest in our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out; a quick-release fold that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and an adjustable front wheel that makes maneuvering narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops simple. It's also affordable at just over PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is an excellent option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and baby. Narrow tandem buggies are great for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models will keep your children well-cared for and will help you keep an eye on them as you travel around the supermarket or park. Many also have a wide selection of seating options which allows you to alter them as your children develop, and some offer the option of adding an extra ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can be used to hold two seats, or a car-seat. The adaptors let you convert from one seat to a double in merely seconds. It comes with a huge pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a windows that peek out 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, while they are able to accommodate twins, a baby or a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack board (which is available separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras including raincovers and liner.
double travel stroller are typically designed with your children seated together. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver around and over kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single-seater and may be too big to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have examined. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also features a large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, an upholstered toddler seat with an RumbleSeat with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests and a cup holder for one parent. Testers are awestruck by the way that the seats recline independently by pressing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten with one hand. The handle is simple to twist and makes it easy to fold. It can also be stored with the backrest raised to make it easy to access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' Board) this is a fantastic choice for families who are looking to expand with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs, as well as for use in cities. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids between the ages of 6 and 6.