A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
If you're looking to purchase a light double stroller that is easy to push with one hand, and then take up and down stairs This is the perfect model.
It has a pair fixed seats and up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats are UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a double stroller that is side-by-side and can accommodate two children of at up to 50lbs each. The seats are more spacious than the other double strollers with lightweights and the canopies feature large sunshades with SPF 50 with windows that peek out. Other key features include a self-standing basket with capacity of 25 pounds, cup holders for one parent and swing-away bars that help children to get into and out of their seats. Get the facts is a great choice for suburban and urban families. It also comes with the double kit which includes the newborn's wedgie to ensure an optimum lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of double buggies will determine the ability to push. A lighter buggy is simpler to lift and transport, but may not have enough suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.
Check the specifications of each model before purchasing. Some double buggies have an upper limit on the weight of the seats and others have an overall frame limit. Some also fold down with seats removed to make them smaller and lighter and compact, which is a great option if storage space is at an all-time low.
Tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest, since they only require one hand to lift the top and lower sections. They're also narrower than side-by-side buggies, which makes them a good choice to fit through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is one of most lightweight on the market. It can comfortably accommodate twins, or a toddler and baby.
Tandem buggies are perfect for families that are growing since they begin as a single stroller but can be adapted to accommodate a second seat or car seat, or carrycot. Some models, such as the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating configurations, meaning they can expand with your family to accommodate a third child. They are heavier than trifolds, however, because the weight is more evenly dispersed, they are more comfortable to maneuver.
Folding
The best double buggies for small children fold up in seconds. This feature is adored by our Lab experts as they can fit the buggies inside the back of their cars and save space when not being used. For example the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that can be pulled up, and the entire thing folds down. it's a trifold, which even our most senior testers could do with one hand.
The lightweight Delta Children LX side by side is a great option for a double buggies. Its lightness is an advantage but so are the features it comes with large pop-out canopy which come with SPF 50 protection as well as a the peek-a-boo window; swing-away bars to help children to get into and out of seats; and reclined chairs and leg rests for toddlers.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important things to consider when choosing the right size double buggy is its maneuverability especially how easy it is to get around with two children on board. Some pushchairs are better than others in this regard, including the iCandy Orange's 'cinema seat' (where the back is elevated).
Buggies with narrow tandems can be good at this and so can side-by-side designs. Buggies with this type of design can be a bit longer and could be difficult to get through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example, as it's a relatively small pushchair that allows two seats to be added as well as an important feature - an 'piggyback'-style board that can be used to carry a third child.
Other smaller, three-wheeled models, such as the phil&teds Dot are also incredibly flexible. This is especially the case with its clever "dot kit" which transforms it into an inline buggie. It offers two seating arrangements for children of different ages, and the front seat can be rotated to face the parents for a more intimate bonding experience. It also comes with a storage basket and is super-easy to fold. A great choice for families with growing children!
Comfort
With narrow tandem strollers, or versatile side-by-side buggies parents can watch both kids at the park, at the grocery store or anywhere else. These lightweight doubles can accommodate two children up to 50 pounds per seat and come with spacious, pop-out canopies that extend 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. The doubles come with cups for both parents and a an reversible cupholder that is located on the seat back. They also have an ample underseat storage basket.
Add the phil&teds Double Kit to your dot buggy when you are beginning with a growing household. It will transform it into a double stroller that is ideal for toddlers and infants alike. The innovative 3-wheel design gives superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, while the sling seat is an excellent newborn-ready choice for ultimate face-to-face bonding. When your little ones get older, simply change the sling out for an infant car seat adapter and you're good to go. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag included, you're ready for the next adventure!