What to Look For in a Compact Double stroller with parent tray Buggy

Kerry says that this side-byside is slim enough to fit through most doors and can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has an auto-standing folding mechanism as well as convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.

The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

Double buggy features that you should look for include an enormous shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and an incredibly sturdy frame. You might be interested in knowing if it's an e-travel system, or whether a car seat or carrycot can be added. Those are important considerations if you need to take your little ones along on public transport or longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side-by-side buggy that has frames that can be expanded to accommodate two children. The seats come with a recline option and can be positioned independently, giving you the option of having one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other looks out at the world around them. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with a peekaboo window too.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest twin pushchair available on the market. It is only 63cm in width which means it can fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins or parents with a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a well-loved tandem that will expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three children if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). It has a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs and can be used in a mono or double mode. It is also possible to connect a single stroller double to the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy should be lightweight and easy to push. It should have a large shopping basket with front and back suspensions to make it easier for the child to navigate rougher terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different ages.

Many double buggies are compact and have frames that can be used to hold infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that match the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great choices when you are looking to avoid having separate strollers for your smaller children with medical conditions.

However, they tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transport. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product details to see whether there are alternatives available.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pushchair available look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the thinnest side-byside on the market that measures just 63cm in width. It can be used to transport twins or a baby and a toddler. It offers robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but equally comfortable cruising around the city.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins with one baby and one toddler or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you need to buy separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap that makes it super-easy to schlep, and comes with rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

A good double buggy needs to be slimline for storage, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands as you fold it, which means it's smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it much easier to navigate doorways and on public transportation, and it also means that you don't require an additional car to push the buggy around.

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 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also comes with many different options, including seats that are elevated to give both children the view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the adjustable handlebar which makes it easier to push it up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at the smallest 63cm. It is perfect for parents who worry about fitting a double in the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can be used to carry twins, a baby and toddler or two children with the same age, and each seat reclines independently to make sure the kids are 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 a bit larger than other doubles, however it has excellent maneuverability especially on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those looking for an elegant and practical buggy.

There are numerous budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, an infant in a seat, or three kids if you include the brand-new pizazz PiggyBack ride-on board. It features a self-standing fold, a canopy that offers protection for both children and an option to peekaboo. It's also relatively light for a double buggy, and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket for shopping.