What to Look For in a double buggy side by side Travel Buggy
A compact side-byside with an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 pounds.
Budget smallest double buggy with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.
Size
In general double buggy side by side pushchairs are generally wider than single models - particularly when they're side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a clever 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 quite well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight double stroller of our Lab tests, is an excellent choice if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo window and 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 that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. 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 good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the track of your children and keep them safe when you're out at the supermarket or park. They also come with a wide selection of seating options which allows you to alter the seat as your children grow, and some even have the option to add a ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use let you change from a single to a double in seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is easy to make and quick.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. They are perfect for narrow doors and aisles. They also can easily accommodate twins and a large kid by adding UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras like raincovers and liners.
Tandem buggies are typically made with your kids sitting side-by-side. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long to get through doorways.
Comfort
One of the more comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features elevated stadium-style seating for both seats so your children are able to enjoy the view. It comes with large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests; and an individual cup holder for parents. Testers love the way the seats recline by pushing a lever under each seat, and say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten using just one hand. It's also a doddle to fold with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as Easy Fold Double Stroller as is possible and can be stored with the backrest upright for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' Board) this is a fantastic option for families who are looking to expand with their child. The spacious basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as as in the city. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids from 6 to 12 years old.
A compact side-byside with an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 pounds.Budget smallest double buggy with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.
Size
In general double buggy side by side pushchairs are generally wider than single models - particularly when they're side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to accommodate larger children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a clever 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 quite well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight double stroller of our Lab tests, is an excellent choice if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo window and 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 that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. 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 good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the track of your children and keep them safe when you're out at the supermarket or park. They also come with a wide selection of seating options which allows you to alter the seat as your children grow, and some even have the option to add a ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use let you change from a single to a double in seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is easy to make and quick.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. They are perfect for narrow doors and aisles. They also can easily accommodate twins and a large kid by adding UPPAbaby's ‘PiggyBack’ board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras like raincovers and liners.
Tandem buggies are typically made with your kids sitting side-by-side. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long to get through doorways.
Comfort
One of the more comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features elevated stadium-style seating for both seats so your children are able to enjoy the view. It comes with large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests; and an individual cup holder for parents. Testers love the way the seats recline by pushing a lever under each seat, and say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten using just one hand. It's also a doddle to fold with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as Easy Fold Double Stroller as is possible and can be stored with the backrest upright for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' Board) this is a fantastic option for families who are looking to expand with their child. The spacious basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as as in the city. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids from 6 to 12 years old.