What to Look For in a Double Travel twin buggy from birth (a cool way to improve)

A compact side-by-side with an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame to accommodate kids up to 50 pounds per seat.

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

Size

Double pushchairs tend to be wider than single ones, especially when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good thing is that this extra width lets them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.

These buggies that are lightweight are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter the double buggy, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It's still loaded with plenty of features like a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo windows, a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in a matter of seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain, and a swivel wheel on the front, which makes it easy to navigate tight shops and supermarket aisles. 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 is a fantastic option for parents with twins or even a toddler and a baby. The narrow tandem buggies can be used to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the track of your children and ensure their safety while you are navigating the grocery store or in the park. There are many buggies that come with a variety of seat configurations which allows you to alter them as your children grow. Some come with the option of adding a ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a great illustration. It can hold two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors allow you to change from a single to a double in a matter of seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to perform and fast.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack board (which is available separately). They offer a generous basket and include all terrain double stroller the accessories you could need, including rain covers and liners.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children seated close to each other. This makes them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver around and over kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a one-seater and can be too large to fit through doorways.

Comfort

This is one of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we've examined. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window, an upholstered toddler seat with an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in adjustable foot and leg rests and cups holder for a single parent. The testers love how the seats recline by pushing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten using just one hand. The handle is simple to turn making it easy to fold. It can also be stored with the backrest up to make it easy to access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' board) it's a great option for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. The spacious basket and soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs, as well as in the city. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.