Buying a Cheap Double Buggy

Parents who are willing to spend a little more can buy an excellent tandem stroller that will last for years and keep its price for resales. The Uppababy Vista V2 is a top-rated model that can convert to a single and has another seat that is called the RumbleSeat, that adds flexibility.

It comes with a decent recline for the seat, as well as a huge canopy that has UPF protection of 50+ and a peekaboo view. It's also compact and folds up easily.

Budget

A double buggy can be lifesaver for parents with two kids. It shouldn't cost a fortune. It is also important to consider the cost of car seats and carrycots, as well as the price of the buggy. But even then there are plenty of alternatives that won't break the budget.

A great option for those who want to keep costs low is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 - it's an amazing value for money at under PS1,000 and can take twins, one baby and one toddler or three kids (with the 'PiggyBack' boards, which you buy separately). It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market and has a footprint that's the same as a single pushchair so it's easy to navigate doorways, shopping aisles and public transportation.

The iCandy Orange is another great alternative and one of our favourite budget double buggies. It comes with 30 seating configurations and features soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It is also able to be converted from single to double, so that it can grow with your family. It can even accommodate another child in the back.

Style

There are still gorgeous double buggies for an affordable budget. Many of them look great and are extremely durable. You can also find an excellent resale price if you choose a popular brand.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the most affordable double strollers that are available. It comes in a variety of colours and is really stylish to look at. It can also be used as an extra triple buggy by using the UPPA's 'PiggyBack' board. It can take twins, a baby and toddler or the child in car seats. This is an extra-large buggy that is ideal for use in cities. It has a small frame that fits through the majority of doors and handle trains and shopping aisles.

Another option that is popular is the iCandy Peach. It's a light-weight option that is priced at less than PS300 with the adaptors required for Compact twin Stroller carseats. It can be used as one seat and comes with some nice features like the large, spacious basket, front suspension, and UPF 50+ shades that have a peekaboo window. There's a nice cup holder that is one-parent and the seats can be positioned to face one another or to separate from each other.

Double buggies that are side-byside cost more, but are less difficult to push. They can be quite wide though so they might not fit through narrow doors. They are typically best suited for older children who want to sit n stand double stroller facing each other. The Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the slimmest side-by-sides available on the market.

Sites like Rebelstork provide some of the most popular double strollers for sale at affordable prices. They offer open boxes and overstock items as well as new models, so you can try before buying. They also have a trade-in scheme to allow you to get discounts when you decide to upgrade.

Convenience

If you're on a budget but still want something that can accommodate your kids (and you're okay with having a little more bulky pushchair), the Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice. Our Lab experts love that it's light and easy to drive, and can be folded into a half-length in a matter of seconds. It has good storage for two children, generous UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window and reclining seats that are easy to adjust, and a clever brake lever that is located on the handlebar. All this at a price well below PS1000.

The iCandy Orange Wave double buggy is a good choice when you're seeking a low-cost double stroller that will fit an infant car seats. Its sleek frame can be expanded to accept 2 seats or a single stroller with a bassinet option. It can also accommodate up to three children when you add UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' running board for children who are older (you purchase it separately).

Seat and carrycot are positioned in a row, so that your children will be able to see each one another and you will be able to keep an eye on them. This reduces the chance of them getting confused. It's also the tiniest available. This means it will fit through most doors and is able to maneuver around corners with ease. However, it is heavy and long when it's in double mode, and doesn't do as well on rough or uneven terrain as some of our other best-value double buggies.

This is our top-rated double stroller. It's a great option for a moderate price. It's light and has a convenient shopping basket and can take two car seats for children, or one baby seat and the toddler seat. Its seat is comfy and its large back wheels can cope with a little more rough terrain than the more compact models on our list. It folds down into a compact twin stroller (healthndream.com) self-standing form and comes with a convenient strap for transport. It's not as spacious or luxurious as other high-end doubles, but it's still a great deal.

Safety

When you purchase a double buggy, make sure it meets all the important safety standards. This includes the safety straps, the way that the seats can be adjusted as your children get older and if they come with various reclining positions that are appropriate for their age. Look for a large storage basket along with pockets and other items you might need, like sunshades and rain covers.

If you are planning to use your buggy mostly in towns or on public transportation, make sure that it is light and easy to move. You should also consider the weight of the buggy when fully loaded, and if it can be folded and put in the car boot. If you intend to use the buggy in smaller villages or towns, be sure that the wheels sturdy and grippy enough to navigate through narrow streets and doors.

There are many types of double buggies. However, the most popular is the side-by-side model. They are larger and more difficult to push, but have the benefit of both children being able to see. They can also be expensive.

Tandem buggies allow the children to be positioned next each one. It is more comfortable for older children, but the buggy will be less stable. It is also difficult to maneuver them through narrow doorways and up and down kerbs.

The iCandy Peach double buggies are one of the most sought-after and fashionable models. It has many unique features. These include a built-in ride-on board, 'cinema seating' and 30 seating configurations - it will even hold a third child! It is lightweight, has a solid suspension, and can be converted from a single to a double-seater with the purchase of supplementary seats.

If you are looking for an easier to maneuver double buggy, the Mountain Buggy Duet is an excellent option. It is the tiniest side-by-side available and has a footprint that is similar to one buggy. It offers several configurations so that both children are able to see the world, and it has a neat handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. It can also accommodate two infant car seats by means of an adapter.