What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy

Kerry says this side-by-side is slim enough to get through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

The canopies are also simple to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

A spacious shopping basket as well as front and rear suspensions are key elements to look for in a double buggy. You might also want to think about whether it's a travel system or whether you can add a car seat or carrycot. These are crucial considerations if you're planning to bring your kids on public transport or on longer journeys.

If you're looking for a small cheap double pushchair buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-by-side model features an intelligent frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be placed independently, giving you the option of having one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other is looking out at the world around them. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as a peekaboo feature.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest twin pushchair that is available on the market. It's just 63cm wide and should fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot, and comes with lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies, that feature the children sitting side by side is a popular option for twins or parents of a baby and a toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is an extremely popular tandem that can expand with your family. It offers 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem double buggy buggy is suitable for twins or a child, toddler or even three children when you include the iCandy 'PiggyBack board' (available separately). It is equipped with an easy suspension system that makes kerbs easy to navigate. It can be used in single or double infant strollers mode. You can even attach a single stroller on the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy is lightweight and easy-to-push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, a rear and front suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, ideally, be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.

Many compact double buggies include frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also have branded adaptors that are compatible with popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical issues and you want to avoid having to use separate strollers.

However, they do tend to have a larger space than side-byside buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's specifications to see whether there are alternatives available.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market, measuring only 63cm in width. It is able to carry twins, or an infant and a toddler. It has robust engineering and high-quality performance with air-filled tyres, which are all-terrain but just as happy nipping around town.

Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can accommodate twins or one toddler and one baby or two kids, with piggy back boards (which you'll need to purchase separately). It is equipped with a self-standing carry strap and fold to make it easy to transport. It also comes with front and back suspension to make it easier to navigate rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies. It's an excellent value choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is an excellent choice for storing two strollers. This side-by-side model features an extremely smooth fold and the frame's clever design expands widthways as you fold so that it's smaller than an individual stroller. This makes it easy to navigate through doorways and public transportation, and it also means you don't need a second car for schlepping the buggy around.

It's a great option for parents with twins, because it can be utilized in duo or mono mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also hold an additional passenger on the buggy's "piggyback' board, and offers a great range of configurations, including an elevated stadium-style seating to give each child a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake, which helps to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting an extra door for a double on public transport, and it is able to be able to handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler with an infant, or two children who are the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can accommodate 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot that has an infant seat. It's slightly longer than some other doubles, but it provides great maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces and is an excellent option for those who are looking for a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're looking for a budget there are plenty affordable double buggies to choose from like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold a newborn in the carrycot, even a toddler in the seat, or three children if you add a PiggyBack ride on board with the pizazz. It features a self-standing fold, a huge canopy that protects children and the ability to peek inside. It's also light for a double buggy, and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.