What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side that has a small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame for kids up to 50lbs per seat.

A great barebones budget stokke double stroller with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

In general off road double buggy pushchairs are larger than single models, especially when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good news is that this extra width lets them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that come with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

In terms of price tags they are surprisingly affordable. These types of light buggies that are side-by-side are quite affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double single pushchair buggy is the more easy it will be to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is an excellent choice if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features including the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo windows as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front that makes it easy to navigate narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. It's priced at just over $1000 is a very affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Narrow tandem buggies are great for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and help you to keep an eye on them as you navigate the supermarket or park. They also come with a wide range of seat configurations that allow you to modify the seat as your children grow. Some come with the option of adding an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its easy-to-use adaptors let you change from a single seat to a double in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade with adjustable leg rests as well as peekaboo windows on both seats and the standing fold is quick and easy to do using just one hand; and a premium suspension that can take care of rough terrain.

Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. They are great to navigate narrow aisles and doors. They are also able to accommodate twins or a child and a large kid by adding UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is sold separately). They offer a generous basket and include all the extras you might require, such as liners and rain covers.

Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children sitting together. This makes them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver up and over kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too big to fit through doors.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable, lightweight doubles that we have tested. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, a padded toddler seat with an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests and a cup holder for one parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be secured and unfastened with one hand. The handle is simple ready to grow double stroller turn, making it simple to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest raised to make it easy to access.

This is the ideal choice for families who want to develop with their children. It is available in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can hold twins, a toddler and three children with a 'PiggyBack board'. The large basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs as well as in the city. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this for children up to the age of six.