What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says that this side-by-side is slim enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It comes with self-standing folding mechanism, as well as handy carry straps that make it easy to transport.

It's also extremely easy to move up and down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows and openings that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features you must look for include the large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and strong frame. You may consider if it is an e-travel system, or if the car seat or carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations if you need to take your kids in public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This clever model is a side-by-side buggy that has an adjustable frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This allows you to allow one child to relax and take a nap while the other is observing the surroundings. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the thinnest side-byside twin stroller with car seats pushchair available and only 63cm wide so should fit through most doorways. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lay-flat seats that are suitable for babies from birth.

Tandem double buggies, that have the children positioned on opposite sides, are a popular choice for twins or parents of a baby and a toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you include the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in either mono or double mode. You can attach a single stroller on top for additional storage.

Weight

A great double buggy sale buggy should be light and easy to push. It should come with a large shopping basket with front and back suspension to make it easier for the child to traverse more difficult terrain, and also be suitable for twins as well as siblings of different ages.

A majority of compact double buggies come with frames designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to avoid using separate strollers for your younger children who have medical needs.

They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to squeeze into doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's details to determine what alternatives are available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double stroller available on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 53cm in width and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one baby and one toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality, with large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to whizz around town.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids with a piggy back board (which you'll need to purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it easy to transport and it has both rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rough terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies. It's a great value option for older children.

Folding

A great double to single buggy buggy has to be compact to store, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-by-side model has an extremely smooth fold and the clever frame expands in width when folded so that it's narrower than the standard twin stroller with car seats. This makes it easy to get around doorways and on public transport, while it also means that you don't require a second car for schlepping the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents with twins because it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate an additional child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also has an array of options, including seats that are elevated to give both children the view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the handlebar that can be adjusted, making it easier to push it up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great option. It has the smallest footprint side-by-side available, measuring 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain and be an off road double buggy-roader. It can carry twins or a toddler and baby or two children who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to make sure the kids are at ease.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and it can fit 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot with a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it offers excellent maneuverability particularly on smooth surfaces. This is a fantastic option for those who want a stylish and practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget, there are plenty of affordable double buggies available, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that fits a newborn in a carrycot and the toddler in the seat, or three kids if you include the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that provides children some security and a peek-a-boo window. It's also fairly light for a double stroller, and has a large undercarriage basket for storing things like shopping.