What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with a compact footprint (for narrow doorways and public transport). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors) to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 pounds.
Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.
Size
double prams with large storage basket pushchairs are typically more spacious than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good thing is that this extra width allows them to accommodate heavier children without straining the chassis. They also come with other key characteristics that make them stand out, like large pop-out canopy sizes with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as swivel lock front tires that help navigate tight spots such as shopping aisles; cups with a single parent holder, the clever fold mechanism that can be done with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't built for rough terrain, but can are able to handle city streets and theme parks fairly well.
In terms of price tags these kinds of lightweight buggies that are side-by-side are quite affordable.
Weight
The lighter a double buggy is the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite
Maxi-Cosi Lila Duo Kit: Double Stroller - Nomad Grey is a good choice if you need to be aware of weight, since it's the lightest 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; a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension to take on rough terrain and an swivel front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles easy. It's also extremely affordable at over a thousand dollars. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A well-designed double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, whether you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep track of your children and ensure their safety when you're out at the park or shopping. Many also have a wide range of seat configurations which allows you to alter the seat as your children develop, and some offer the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.
The Joie Evalite duo is a great example. It can hold two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use let you change from a single to a double in just a few seconds. It also comes with a large pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as windows that peek out from both seats as well as an easy standing fold that is simple and easy to perform with just one hand; and a high-quality suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are great for navigating narrow doors and aisles. They can also easily accommodate twins and a large kid with the addition of UPPAbaby’s"PiggyBack" board (which is sold separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras, such as liners and raincovers.
Tandem buggies typically have your children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces however they can be difficult to maneuver between kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too large to fit through doors.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've test. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also has a large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, a cushioned toddler seat that includes an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as an integrated cup holder for one parent. Testers are awestruck by the way the seats recline by pushing a lever under each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten using just one hand. The handle is simple to twist, making it simple to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest raised for easy access.
This is the perfect choice for families who want to expand with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins, a toddler and a baby or three kids with an 'PiggyBack Board'. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension mean it's good on roads and in cities too. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this product for children ages 0-6. of six.
