Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy could be a great option when you have twins or children who are close in age. They are narrower than side-by-side buggies and are ideal for narrow spaces like doors, public transport, and rocky terrain.

Some can be converted to travel systems that can take two carrycots or car seats for children. They are often heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.

Convertible

There are many options for adding a second seating or changing a single stroller into double. The UPPAbaby V2 is spacious, gorgeous stroller. It is easily changed from a single to a double stroller by adding an Rumble seat. However, it's expensive and less mobile than other double strollers because the 2nd seat is located behind the front seat. The Nuna Demi Grow is a comparable model with a wide range of seating options, but isn't equipped with storage under the seat when used in doubles mode.

Other options include twin buggies with all terrain double buggy-terrain wheels as well as joggers that have fixed wheels that can accommodate two children. These are more expensive, however, they are designed for long-distance trips over rough terrain and have more expensive resales.

Reclining seat recline independently

If you need a double buggy that can carry children of different age groups, then you'll want one that has independent seat recline for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to sit back and relax while the baby is in the bassinet and the reverse.

You'll also have to think about the size of the stroller as this will impact the ease of get through doors and on public transportation. If you have extremely narrow doorways then it might be worthwhile to consider a side-by-side pushchair such as the Mountain Buggy Duet which has the benefit of having a footprint that is similar to a single buggy but can still use two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies tend to be larger than side-by-side models, and therefore are more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However they can also accommodate a wider range of combinations of car seats, carrycots and seats and are an excellent choice for twins and siblings of various age. These buggies are more expensive than single to double buggies but they're well worth it if you plan to keep it for a few years. They will also retain a good amount of value if sold when your children have outgrown it.

Another thing to look out for is if the backs of the seats can recline independently from one another because this allows you to place your child in the best position for napping or observation. This is particularly important if you have a child younger than in the rear seat, who will prefer to lay back and take a snooze while the older child would prefer to sit up and observe their surroundings.

Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline fully into a position that is almost flat, ideal for newborns. For instance, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline the toddler seat that comes with it and the add-on RumbleSeat to multiple positions, to give your kids a the option of deciding where to sit, and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows.

Wider than twin buggies

You don't need to have twins to benefit from a wider double buggy. They're great for siblings of various age groups. They allow you to move around without worrying about your children touching. They're usually a bit longer too, with one seat sitting behind the other and usually offering a fully-flat recline for infants (or an upright position for toddlers).

Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular choice. It has the slimmest design that is side-by-side, and a footprint comparable to the footprint of a single stroller. It has an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push, and a handbrake that is useful on steep hills. It can be used from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots, which means it is a great travel system.

Another option is the iCandy Wave, which has an easy one-click fold and can be used in duo or mono mode. The frame's clever design expands to accommodate a second chair and can be used to accommodate up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it an ideal choice for older siblings that wish to be seated together. It's a bit longer than other models, but it still isn't heavy and has a soft suspension for the kerbs.

There are a variety of 3-wheeler tandems with inline tires that offer stability and quick steering. Take a look at Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy Peach and Pear buggies. They are often folded down to size a single buggy which is useful when you have trouble storing it at home or need to transport it into and out of the boot when using public transport.

It's important to remember that a wide double buggy will feel heavier and bulkier than a smaller single buggy Make sure that you're getting what you need before purchasing. It is likely to be used on trains, buses and subways often, therefore it must be simple to manage and use. You might need to manage the car seat on and off while taking your child to school or nursery.

From your birth, you are a suitable candidate

Whether you're expecting twins or have another child after your first, you're likely to require an appropriate pushchair for the whole family. Double buggies are generally heavier and bulkier as well as more expensive than single strollers. However they are also easier to maneuver in tighter doorways and around obstacles such as curbs. Many double stroller with car seat buggies work with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an add-on). This lets you transport three children simultaneously.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in front the other. They're a great option if your children are close in age and are good friends. But they're not foolproof: Siblings in side-by-side seats may punch or kick one another, and children on different heights can squabble over who sits higher. This issue can be resolved by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat to the back. Your child's older one will not be seated on the bottom of the car and won't get much of a look out.

The iCandy Wave is a great choice for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit a newborn into a carrycot, and an older child in the main seat. It has a clever frame that expands widthways when you add a second seat. It folds to flattish storage. The seats are cushioned and comfortable, the straps are simple to fasten and the buckles some of the best we've seen on any of our tests. The canopies have a generous size with UPF 50+ protection, and peekaboo window. Both seats are reclined independently.

The only drawback to the iCandy tandem is that it's a bit expensive. However, a quality tandem will last you for many years and have the highest resale value, so in the end you'll likely recover a portion of the cost. It doesn't come with the same variety of seating configurations that some of our other top picks however, the iCandy is a good option for families who don't want to shell out a lot of money.