What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-by-side that has a small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's weight capacity for children up to 50 lbs.
A budget-friendly, basic double with rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and padded handlebar for parents of different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs are generally more spacious than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. They also come with other key features that make them stand out, like generously-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and swivel lock front wheels that make it easier to navigate tight areas such as shopping aisles; cup holders for one parent and the clever fold mechanism that is able to be completed one-handed; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't built for rough terrain, but can handle city streets and theme parks quite well.
double pram and pushchair -by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The lighter the double buggy the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be cognizant of weight, as it's the lightest of our Lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; a quick-release fold that folds flat in just a few seconds; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes maneuvering narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops easy. It's also affordable at just 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 that is well-designed will provide a great deal of flexibility, whether you have twins or two toddlers or a baby. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for fitting through narrow spaces, while side by side models keep your children accounted for and allow you to keep your eyes on them as you navigate the supermarket or the park. Many have a variety of seats so that you can alter them as your child develops. Some allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can be used to support two seats or a car seat. The adaptors let you convert from one seat to a double in just minutes. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as peekaboo windows in both seats as well as a standing fold that's simple and quick to fold with one hand; and a top-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are ideal for narrow doors and aisles. They are also able to accommodate twins or a child and a big kid with the addition of UPPAbaby’s ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is available separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the accessories you may require, such as liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated close to each other. This can make them more stable and easy 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 fit through doors.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have examined. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can enjoy the view. It also comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy that has a windows that peek out, a cushioned toddler seat that includes an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable foot and leg rests, as well as a cup holder for one parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be fastened or unfastened in one hand. The handle is simple to turn, making it simple to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest raised for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) it's a great option for families that are looking to expand with their child. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension makes it ideal on streets and in cities too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children between the ages of 6 and 6.