What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-byside with a small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame for kids up to 50 pounds 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 cheap double pushchair 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 carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that have SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy the lighter it is, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be mindful of weight, since it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, including large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and a quick-release fold that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension that can cope with rough terrain; and an adjustable front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops effortless. It's priced at just over $1000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is an excellent option for parents with twins or even a toddler and baby. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating tight spaces, while side-by-side models keep your children accounted for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you go to the grocery store or park. Many have a variety of seat configurations so you can modify the seat as your child grows. Some even permit the addition of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent example. 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 seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy, adjustable leg rests and windows that peek out from both seats and an easy standing fold that is quick and easy to do with just one hand; and a high-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are perfect for narrow aisles and doors, while they can easily hold twins or a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). They offer a generous basket and include all the extras you might need, including rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies typically have your children sitting side-by-side. This makes them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too large to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have test. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, which means your children can enjoy the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a the peek-a-boo window, and a padded toddler seat with an RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable foot and leg rests as well as a cup holder for a single parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened in one hand. It's also simple to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible and can be stored with the backrest up for easy access.
This is the perfect choice for families that want to develop with their children. It comes in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can hold twins with a toddler as well as a baby or three kids when you add an 'PiggyBack Board'. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs as well in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.