What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double with an incredibly compact double buggy footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors) to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 lbs.

A fantastic budget Double Pushchair - Seoulmetrocoop.Co.Kr - that has rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

In general, double pushchairs are wider than single models, especially when they're side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection and large 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 smart fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for Double Pushchair rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.

These buggies that are lightweight have surprisingly low price tags.

Weight

The lighter the double buggy the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight 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 and a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in just a few seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to maneuver tight shops and supermarket aisles. 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 double buggy is a great option for parents with twins or even a toddler and a baby. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for navigating tight spaces, while side-by-side models will keep your children well-cared for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you go to the grocery store or park. They also come with a wide variety of seat configurations, so you can adapt the seat as your children grow. Some offer the option of adding an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect example. It can be used to support two seats or a car seat. The adaptors let you convert from a single seat to a double seat in a matter of minutes. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as peekaboo windows in both seats as well as a standing fold that's simple and quick to fold with one second hand double buggy; and a premium suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are ideal for negotiating narrow aisles and doors, while they are able to accommodate twins or even a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is spacious and includes all the accessories, such as raincovers and liners.

Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated side-by-side. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver up and over kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single-seater and may be too large to fit through doors.

Comfort

This is one of the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have test. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, which means your children can take in the view. It also has an enormous UPF 50+ canopy that has a the peek-a-boo window, and an upholstered toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests, as well as a cup holder for one parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened with one hand. It's also simple to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as is possible, and stores with the backrest upright 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 great option for families who want to be able to grow with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs as well as for use in cities. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for children up to six years old.