What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double that has small footprint (for narrow doorways and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame to accommodate kids up to 50 pounds per seat.

Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.

Size

Double pushchairs tend to be wider than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. https://www.pushchairsandprams.uk/categories/double-pushchairs is that this extra width allows them to accommodate heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that operates with 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 cost these kinds of lightweight buggies, which are side-by-side, are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double buggy is the easier it will be to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features including a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo windows as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be folded flat in seconds and a four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheel on the front that allows you to maneuver tight shops and supermarket aisles. 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 good double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep track of your children and ensure their safety while you go to the grocery store or in the park. Many also have a wide variety of seat configurations that allow you to modify to your child's needs as they grow, and some even offer the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect example. It can fit two seats or a car seat and its adaptors that are easy to use permit you to switch from a single to a double in seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as windows that peek out from both seats and a standing fold that's simple and easy to perform with one hand; and a high-quality suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.

Tri-fold buggies, such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow aisles and doors, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is generous and includes all the accessories like raincovers and liner.

Tandem buggies typically have your children seated side-by-side, which makes them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too large to fit through doorways.

Comfort

One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested the buggy has raised stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests; and the cup holder that is single-parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be secured and unfastened in one hand. It's also a doddle to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible and can be stored by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins, a baby and toddler or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' Board) it's a great option for families that are looking to expand with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children from 6 to 12 years old.