What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-byside double with a compact footprint (for narrow doors and public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 lbs.

A great barebones budget double with rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents with different heights.

Size

double seat Stroller pushchairs are typically wider than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to assist in navigating tight spaces such as 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 designed for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These lightweight side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The heavier a double buggy is the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be cognizant of weight, as it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows as well as a quick-release fold which folds flat in just a few seconds; four-wheel suspension to take on rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes getting around tight aisles of supermarkets and shops effortless. It's also affordable at just more than PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A cheap double stroller buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins, or even a baby and toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for fitting through narrow spaces, while side by side models will keep your children well-cared for and will help you keep an eye on them as you go to the grocery store or park. Many have a variety of seats so that you can adjust them as your child grows. Some allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.

The Joie Evalite duo is a great example. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat and its adaptors that are easy to use allow you to change from a single seat to a double in a matter of seconds. It comes with a huge pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to do and quick.

Tri-fold buggies, such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. They are ideal for narrow aisles and doors. They are also able to accommodate twins or a child and a big kid with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras, such as liners and raincovers.

Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated together. This makes them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They are larger than a single seater and can be too long to pass through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can are able to enjoy the view. It comes with nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as the cup holder that is single-parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be secured and unfastened in one hand. The handle is easy to turn making it easy to fold. It can also be stored with the backrest up for easy access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' Board) it's a great choice for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension mean it's good on streets and in cities too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to youngsters up to the age of six.