What to Look For in Push Chairs And Prams -by-side that has tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate children up to 50 pounds per seat.
A fantastic budget double with rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket and padded handlebar for parents with different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs are generally more spacious than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width enables them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that come with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for 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 well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and have surprisingly low price tags.
Weight
The lighter a double buggy is the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be mindful of weight, as it's the lightest of our Lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension that can take on rough terrain and an adjustable front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles effortless. It's also extremely affordable at 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 an infant and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models will keep your children well-cared for and help you to keep an eye on them while you travel around the supermarket or the park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seats so that you can alter them as your child grows. Some even allow you to add a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can be used to hold two seats, or a car seat. The adaptors let you change from one seat to a double in merely seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy, adjustable leg rests and peekaboo windows on both seats and an easy standing fold that is simple and easy to perform with just one hand; and a top-quality suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are ideal for navigating narrow aisles and doors. They are also able to accommodate twins and a large kid with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and includes all the accessories like raincovers and liner.
Tandem buggies typically have your children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater stroller and may be a bit longer to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles that we have examined. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also comes with a large 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 an integrated cup holder for one parent. The testers love how the seats recline individually by squeezing a lever under each seat. They also note that the straps are simple to secure and remove with one hand. The handle is easy to twist making it easy to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is a great option for families that want to expand with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can hold twins or a toddler, as well as three children when you add an 'PiggyBack Board'. The spacious basket and soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs, as as for use in cities. It's also affordable. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids up to six years old.