What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is light enough to pass through most doorways and can take two car seats or carrycots. It has an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as handy carry straps that make it easy to move.

The canopies are also easy to move and lift up and down the stairs. The canopies are large and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are key elements to look for in a double buggy. You might be interested in knowing if it's an e-travel system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. These are crucial considerations when you have to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.

If you're in search of a compact double buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an innovative frame that expands widthways to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be positioned independently, which gives you the option of having one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other looks out at their surroundings. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy, with the option of a peekaboo window as well.

Another great option for infant twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest twin pushchair available on the market. It measures just 63cm wide and should be able to pass through most doors. It can be used with two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which have the children positioned in a row, are a popular choice for twins or for parents of a baby and a toddler. However, they generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow pavements or through doorways.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can grow with your family. It comes with 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins or a child and a toddler, or even three children when you include the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It has a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs and can be used in mono or double mode. It is also possible to attach a single stroller to the top of it for extra storage space.

Weight

A quality double buggy is light and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions that make it easier for the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and other siblings of different ages.

A majority of compact double buggies come with frames that are specifically designed to accommodate infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options when you are looking to avoid having separate strollers for younger children who have medical needs.

They tend to be wider than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit in doorways or on public transport. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives for this if it is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 53cm in width and can be used by newborn twins or one toddler and one baby. It's a sturdy design and a superior function with big air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to zip around town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic option. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler, or two kids with the piggyback board (which is required to be purchased separately). It is equipped with an adjustable carry strap that can stand on its own and folds down to make it easy to transport. It also has front and back suspension to assist you in navigating rougher terrain. It's a bit heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies. It's also a great value option for older kids.

Folding

A good double buggy needs to be slimline for storage, and a suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has a very slick fold and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold so that it's smaller than an individual stroller. This makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and public transportation, as well as reducing the need for a second vehicle.

It's an excellent option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard' of the buggy. It also comes with an array of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children a view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the handlebar that can be adjusted that makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can carry twins, a baby and toddler or two children who are the same age and each seat can recline independently to keep the kids at ease.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can accommodate two car seats, or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's slightly larger than other doubles, but it provides an excellent maneuverability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those who are looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty of affordable double buggies available, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold infants in the carrycot and an infant in the seat, or even three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board with some pizazz. It comes with an auto-standing fold, a huge canopy that provides protection for children and a peekaboo feature. It is also relatively Luxurious Black Lightweight Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 (Www.Pushchairsandprams.Uk) for a lightest double stroller stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket that can be used to store your shopping.