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 increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 lbs.
Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.
Size
In general, double pushchairs are wider than single models - particularly when they're side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight buggies that are side-by-side are quite affordable.
Weight
The lighter the double buggy, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's got many features, including the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo windows, a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in seconds and a four-wheel suspension for rough terrain, and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to navigate narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. It's priced at just over $1000 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 good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or two toddlers or a baby. Narrow tandem buggies are great to fit into tight spaces, while side-byside models ensure that your children are properly cared for and help you to keep an eye on them as you navigate the supermarket or the park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seats so that you can alter the seat as your child grows. Some even permit the addition of an automobile seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can hold two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use permit you to switch from a single to a double in just a few seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is simple to do and quick.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. They are perfect for narrow doors and aisles. They can also easily accommodate twins or a child and a larger child by adding UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is available separately). They offer a generous basket and include all the accessories you may need, including liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children seated close to each other. This makes them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a one-seater and can be too long to fit through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have examined. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, so your children can take in the view. pushchair twin comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window, a padded toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests and a cup holder for a single parent. The testers love the way the seats recline by pushing the levers under each seat. They also note that the straps are easy to unfasten and fasten using just one hand. The handle is simple to twist and makes it easy to fold. It also stores with the backrest up for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic option for families who want to be able to grow with their child. The large basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as as in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to children ages 0-6. of six.