Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth

A cheap double buggy pushchair is an excellent option for those who enjoy long walks with your toddler and are planning to have a second child. Luckily there are many options to choose from.

Most tandem buggies can adapt to different configurations. Some tandem buggies feature seats that are reversible, allowing siblings to be facing one another, or you.

Size

If you're buying a double pushchair from birth it's important to keep in mind that these are usually larger than single buggies. This is why it's important to make sure that the buggy you choose is able to pass through your doors and can easily go through kerbs, and up and down steps.

Double strollers come in two different styles which are tandem and side by side. Tandem buggies can be a great option for parents with twins, while side-by-side strollers can be used with children of different ages and often transform into single-to-double pushchairs by adding an extra seat or carrycot to the frame.

Most tandem buggies are designed with seats facing one another and provide a variety of seat configurations, allowing your children to see each other as they ride. If your children are a similar age they may be able to get along or at least not argue over who has the best seats. You may find that they prefer sitting together rather than close to one another.

The iCandy Venus is a great option for families with twins, or younger siblings that require a seat. This stylish and affordable buggy comes with the added benefit of being able to take an infant car seat and expand with your family. To make sure your newborns are cozy and warm in their cocoons iCandy also comes with extra accessories that rival brands charge separately, such as fleecy liner.

Another option for growing families is the Egg2. This sleek pushchair, which is popular with parents who are a bit glam and want to look their best, can be used as an individual stroller or as a double stroller due to its adaptors, which allow you to add a seat or carrycot. It's not the least expensive double stroller, however it does come with unique features that set it apart from its competitors, including an enormous shopping basket that can be placed behind the seat in the face-to-parent mode.

Style

double car seat stroller buggies tend to be heavier and bulkier than single buggies, so bear that in mind if you're contemplating buying a vehicle that will last several years. They have more storage space and a bigger basket. They also come with a parent facing seat, a sunshade that can be extended, and an open window. They could also have seats that can recline independently. Some models come with an adjustable foot and leg rest that can be adjusted to alleviate any discomfort caused by long walking or prolonged periods of sitting.

The most popular double buggy designs are side-by-sides and tandems. Tandems have the children positioned on opposite sides, which gives them both the same view. It can also aid in avoiding sibling fights over who should sit where. However, they're not completely safe, and children are able to punch or kick each other while riding. The side-by-side model is more traditional, with two fixed seats mounted on a single, wide stroller frame. They may not offer the same variety of options and are typically recommended for infants who are comfortable sitting unaided but don't yet need the back support of a car seat.

If you're looking to purchase a light double from birth our lab experts recommend the Cybex Venus. This model is cleverly designed to expand widthways in order to change from mono to twin mode, and can accommodate either two or one carrycot and/or infant seats. It's also compact when folded, and has a large shopping basket and rear and front suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The seats, including the RumbleSeat are padded, comfortable, and have adjustable footrests and leg rests. They also have a large UPF 50+ canopy that offers plenty of shade.

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 is another good value option. It's a two-in-one pushchair that's similar to the Venus. You can set it to meet your needs. The pushchair can be configured to accommodate twins or an infant seat. You can also add the Baby Jogger Glider Board as a third child. The seat can recline independently, and the City Mini GT2 has some of the best maneuverability among double buggies. Testers noted that it was easy to move between kerbs.

Comfort

The seat padding and the fabric are comfortable for both kids and adults, and the UPF 50+ canopy is long enough to provide real shade, and also offers a cute peekaboo view. Our test subjects also liked that the seat reclines at various angles. The only drawback is that the fold isn't as compact as some other models, but our lab experts believe it opens and closes easily.

Double buggies are larger, heavier, and more expensive, but are a great investment for families with two children who are similar in age (generally less than 4). Choose a brand that is designed to last for a long time and will not lose its value.

Tandem buggies start life as an individual pushchair, but they have adaptors that allow you to add another seat, a carrycot or (in some cases) car seats to the frame. Some of them are fixed doubles, but others - like this one made by Leclerc can be converted to a side-by-side configuration when your children are old enough to be ready for it.

While a side-by-side is generally wider than other types of double buggy It can be a bit easier to navigate through kerbs, as the weight is spread more evenly. It's not foolproof to keep siblings from fighting. Children in the same seat can kick or punch one another while riding.

A front-facing tandem can be an ideal alternative to a side-by-side model for older children. It also decreases the possibility of sibling rivalries as your kids are not directly facing each other. Some kids may feel excluded in a tandem that is facing towards the front, since they don't have the same perspective.

The egg2 is a sleek modern product that comes at competitive pricing. Our test subjects loved how easy it was to push, but wanted it had more storage and that the handlebars were a little more comfortable. It is suitable from birth and can be used in twin mode from newborn, or as the combination of carrycot(s)/infant seats/car seat(s) for twins. It's the most flexible of our double buggies, which is why it's been a MadeForMums popular model since 2009. It's not the cheapest double buggy available, but it has a competitive cost and an excellent resale.

Stores

If you have more than one child A double pushchair from birth will make life easier when out and about. There are many different types of double strollers, from tandems to side by sides in a variety of styles and colours. However, you should be aware of your family's needs and the features that are important to you before making a purchase. By assessing your requirements you will be able to narrow your options and select the most appropriate double pram.

A quality double buggy must be small and user-friendly. This is particularly important if you are living in an urban area and you require a double-buggy that can navigate busy streets and squeeze through narrow doorways to go to the shops or for lunch runs.

The best cheap double pushchair buggies come with suspensions that reduce the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces and a recline feature for those times when your child would like to sleep. Both seats should have adjustable footrests and leg rests, UPF 50+ canopy, with peekaboo window, and comfortable straps and buckles.

Another thing to take into consideration when choosing a double pushchair is how small double buggy it is when folded. Double buggies are often designed to fold into smaller sizes that are easy to carry and will fit in small spaces like cupboards. Some may be a bit heavier but will still be relatively easy to move and store.

If you're on a tighter budget to work with there are high-quality double strollers that can do the job. For instance the Cybex Influencer can be used as a single or double and comes with a basket that is placed under the seat when facing towards parents. It is also light, folds flat and offers a high resale value.

The UPPAbaby is an excellent choice for families, as it can accommodate two infant car seats and be set up in various ways. It has reversible seats so that your children can sit facing either one another or the entire world, and it can also be equipped with a bassinet suitable for infants.