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What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-byside double with a compact footprint (for narrow doors and on public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's weight capacity for children weighing up to 50lbs.

Budget double with front and back suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.

Size

In general double pram stroller pushchairs are generally wider than single models - especially when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good news is that this extra width enables them to accommodate heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that have SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to help navigate 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 quite well.

These lightweight side-by-side buggies come with surprisingly low prices.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest double stroller of our lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It still has plenty of features including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheel on the front, which makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. 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 well-designed double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, whether you have twins or an infant and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for fitting through narrow spaces, while twin stroller side by side by side models keep your children accounted for and allow you to keep an eye on them while you travel around the supermarket or park. There are a variety of seat configurations so you can alter them as your child grows. Some even permit the addition of a car seat or ride-on board.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can fit two seats or a car seat and its adaptors for car seats let you change 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, adjustable leg rests and windows that peek out from both seats and an easy standing fold that is quick and easy to do with just one hand; and a high-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.

Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. They are perfect for navigating narrow aisles and doors. They can also easily accommodate twins and a large kid by adding UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and includes all the accessories like liners and raincovers.

Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children seated together. This makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver over and up kerbs. They are larger than a one-seater and can be too long to pass through doorways.

Comfort

One of the more comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested the buggy has seats that are elevated to the level of stadium seats, so your kids can enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as an individual cup holder for parents. Testers are awestruck by the way that the seats recline independently by pressing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten using just one hand. The handle is simple to twist making it easy to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest raised to make it easy to access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins, a baby and toddler or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic choice for families who are looking to expand with their child. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension makes it ideal on streets and in cities too. It's also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.