What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with a compact footprint (for narrow doors and public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to make the frame more sturdy for children up to 50 pounds.
Budget double with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.
Size
Double pushchairs tend to be more spacious than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. cheap double pushchair allows them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that come with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides well.
These lightweight side-by-side buggies come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy the lighter it is, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be cognizant of weight. It's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; a quick-release fold that stows flat within minutes; four-wheel suspension to take on rough terrain and an adjustable front wheel that makes maneuvering tight aisles of supermarkets and shops easy. Just over PS1,000 It's also a great value stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A well-designed double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Narrow tandem buggies can be used to squeeze through small spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the track of your children and keep them safe while you go to the park or shopping. They also come with a wide variety of seat configurations, so you can adapt the seat as your children grow. Some have the option to add a ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its easy-to-use adaptors permit you to switch from single to double in just a few seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as peekaboo windows in both seats and an easy standing fold that is simple and quick to fold with one hand; and a high-quality suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. They are great to navigate narrow doors and aisles. They are also able to accommodate twins or a child and a larger child with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the extras you might require, including liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies are usually made with your kids sitting side-by-side. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and can be a bit long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have tested. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can take in the view. It also comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a windows that peek out, an upholstered toddler seat with an RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable foot and leg rests and cups holder for a single parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened or unfastened with one hand. It's also simple to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as simple as possible and also stores with the backrest up for easy access.
This is the ideal choice for families looking to grow with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins with a toddler as well as three children with the 'PiggyBack board'. The large basket and soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs, as well as in the city. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children from 6 to 12 years old.