What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double with an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to make the frame more sturdy for children up to 50 pounds.

A fantastic budget double that has rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

Double pushchairs tend to be larger than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width allows them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double buggy is the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be cognizant of weight. It's the lightest of our Lab tests but still offers plenty of features, including nice-sized 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 minutes; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops effortless. It's also extremely affordable at more than PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, whether you have twins or an infant and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating tight spaces, while side-byside models keep your children accounted for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you travel around the supermarket or the park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seat configurations so you can modify them as your child grows. Some even allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.

The Joie Evalite duo is a great illustration. It can be used to hold two seats or a car seat. The adaptors allow you to convert a single seat to a double in merely seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy and adjustable leg rests, as well as windows that peek out from both seats as well as a standing fold that's quick and easy to do using just one hand; and a top-quality suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.

Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow aisles and doors while they are able to accommodate twins or a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board (which you buy separately). The basket is large and includes all the accessories including liners and raincovers.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting close to each other. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too big to fit through doors.

Comfort

One of the more comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tried the buggy has elevated stadium-style seating for both seats so that your children can enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests; as well as an individual cup holder for parents. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened or removed with just one hand. The handle is simple to turn and makes it easy to fold. It also stores with the backrest raised for easy access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins, a baby and toddler or twin Strollers three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' Board) This is a great choice for families who want to be able to grow with their child. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension make it suitable on kerbs and in the city too. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for children up to six years old.