What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double that has an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow doors and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate kids up to 50lbs per seat.

Budget double with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.

Size

In general double running stroller pushchairs are larger than single models - especially when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width lets them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double buggy is the easier it will be to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be aware of weight, since it's the lightest of our Lab tests but still offers plenty of features, including large pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and windows that peek out; a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension that can take on rough all terrain double stroller and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops simple. Just over PS1,000, it's also a super-affordable Stroller Double. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins or even a baby and toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating tight spaces, while side-byside models will keep your children well-cared for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you navigate the supermarket or the park. Many have a variety of seating configurations, so you can modify them as your child grows. Some allow you to add a car seat or ride-on board.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its easy-to-use adaptors permit you to switch from a single to a double in a matter of seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a windows that peek out in both seats. A standing fold is simple to perform and fast.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow aisles and doors, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or even a baby and an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which you buy separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all terrain double buggy the extras like raincovers and liner.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children seated close to each other. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They are larger than a single seater and can be too long to pass through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats so your children enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as a single and double stroller-parent cup holder. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened with one hand. It's also simple to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as is possible, and stores with the backrest up to make it easy to access.

This is the perfect choice for families looking to grow with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can accommodate twins or a toddler, as well as a baby or three kids if you add the 'PiggyBack board'. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension make it suitable on kerbs and in the city too. It's also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends it for children from 6 to 12 years old.