What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-by-side that has tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). 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
In general double pushchair s are larger than single models - particularly when they're side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good news is that this extra width lets them to carry heavier kids without straining the chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The lighter a double-buggy is the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is an excellent choice if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo window as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be stowed flat in a matter of seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel wheel on the front, which makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. It's also affordable at just more than PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and a baby. Narrow tandem buggies can be used to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the eye on your children and ensure their safety while you go to the park or shopping. Many also have a wide variety of seat configurations which allows you to alter the seat as your children grow. Some offer the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors for car seats let you change from a single seat to a double in just a few seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to perform and fast.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. Their slim frames are perfect to navigate narrow aisles and doors and they can comfortably accommodate twins, a baby or an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is large and comes with all the extras, such as raincovers and liner.
Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated together. This makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single seater and can be too large to fit through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tested. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, which means your children can enjoy the view. It also features a large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, a padded toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as a cup holder for a single parent. The testers love the way that the seats recline individually by squeezing the levers under each seat, and also say that the straps are simple to unfasten and fasten using just one hand. The handle is easy to turn making it easy to fold. It also stores with the backrest up to make it easy to access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a "PiggyBack" board) This is a great option for families who want to be able to grow with their child. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on kerbs and in the city too. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this product for children ages 0-6. of six.