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What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

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

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

Size

Double pushchairs are typically more spacious than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that come with SPF 50 protection and 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 is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

In terms of cost they are surprisingly affordable. These types of light, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double-buggy is the easier it is to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be aware of weight, as it's the lightest of our Lab tests but still offers plenty of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which stows flat within minutes; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight shops and supermarket aisles simple. 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 double buggy from birth buggy that is well-designed will provide a great deal of flexibility, whether you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Buggies that are narrow can be used 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. They also come with a wide range of seat configurations, so you can adapt the seat as your children grow, and some even come with 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 permit you to switch from a single to a pushchair double in a matter of seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a windows that peek out in both seats. A standing fold is easy to make and quick.

Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal for negotiating narrow doors and aisles, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). They provide a spacious basket and come with all the accessories you could require, such as rain covers and liners.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children seated close to each other. This makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be a challenge to maneuver around and over kerbs. They are larger than a single seater and can be too big to fit through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested the buggy has raised stadium-style seating for both seats so your children enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; and a single-parent cup holder. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be secured and removed with just one hand. It's also simple to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as could be and can be stored with the backrest up to make it easy to access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids if you add the option of a "PiggyBack" board) this is a fantastic option for families that want the flexibility to grow with their child. The spacious basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as well as for use in cities. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for children up to six years old.