A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
This is the double stroller that you need if you want a lightweight, easy-to-push one-handed stroller. It's also simple to transport up and down the stairs.
It comes with two fixed seats, and up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a side-by-side double stroller which can accommodate two children of up to 50 lbs each. The seats are larger than similar strollers that are lightweight and the canopy is fitted with large SPF 50 sunshades with peekaboo windows. Other features that are important include cup holders with one parent and a large, self-standing basket that can hold up to 25 lbs; swing-away bars for children to get into and out of their seats and swivel lock front wheels to allow for better maneuverability on rough terrain. This is a great choice for suburban and urban families. It is also baby-friendly with the double set which includes a wedgie for a lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggies will determine its ease of pushing. A lighter buggy is more easy to lift and carry, but may not have enough suspension to deal with bumps and uneven terrain.
Most double buggies have an upper limit on the weight of each seat and some have total frame weight limits, so it's important to check the details of each model before you buy. Some also fold with the seats removed to make them lighter and more compact and compact, which is a great option in cases where storage space is the limit.
The tri-fold doubles are generally the lightest, since only one hand is needed to lift the lower and back sections. They are also narrower than side by side buggies and can be accessed through the majority of doorways. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is among the most lightweight on the market. It can comfortably accommodate twins or a toddler and baby.
Tandem buggies start out as a single pushchair but come with adapters to add an additional seat, carrycot or car seat which makes them an ideal choice for growing families. Some, like the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating configurations, meaning they can adapt to your family up to three children. They tend to be heavier than tri-fold doubles. However, they're often easier to maneuver across kerbs due to the weight being more evenly distributed.
Folding
The best double buggies for small spaces fold up easily in just a few seconds. This feature is appreciated by our Lab experts since they can put the buggies inside the back of their vehicles and save space when they are not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example includes straps that can be pulled up over each seat and the whole thing folds down. Even our oldest testers were able to fold this tri-fold with just one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is a great option for a double buggie. Its lightweight weight is an advantage however, it also has some great features: nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows, swing-away bars that aid youngsters to climb into and out of the seats and reclined seats and leg rests for smaller kids.
double travel stroller
When picking a compact double stroller, it is important to think about its maneuverability. This is a good indicator of how easy it is for both children to travel in the buggy. Some pushchairs are better than others at this, including the iCandy Orange's 'cinema seat' (where the back is elevated).
This is where narrow tandem buggies as well as side-by-side designs can come in useful. However, these can be more substantial overall and so may be tricky to maneuver through doorways.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 pushchair is a great example, as it's a comparatively compact model that can accommodate two additional seats, and more importantly, the pillion board, which can accommodate a third kid.
Other smaller, three wheeled models, such as the phil&teds Dot are also extremely flexible. This is particularly true with its clever "dot kit" which transforms it into an inline buggie. It has different seating options for children of varying ages and even allows the front seat to rotate to face the parents for optimum face-to-face time. It also comes with a fantastic storage basket that is easy to fold. It is an excellent choice for families with growing children!
Comfort
Parents can keep both children safe at the park, grocery store or wherever else using narrow tandem buggies or side-byside buggies. These lightweight doubles can hold two children up to 50 lbs per seat and come with spacious pop-out canopy, which extends far enough to offer real shade with window windows that can be seen from a distance and padded legs rests for the little ones to relax and kick back. lightest double stroller feature a single parent cupholder and an reversible cupholder that is located on the seat back. They also come with an ample underseat storage basket.
If you're just beginning to build an expanding family, consider adding the phil&teds double kit to your dot buggy to turn it into an inline double, ideal for toddlers and infants alike. The innovative 3-wheel design offers superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, while the sling seat is an excellent newborn-ready choice for ultimate face to face bonding time. You can easily swap the sling seat for an infant car adapter as your children get older. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag included you're set for the next adventure!