What to Look For in a compact double buggy (www.google.mn)

Kerry says that this side-byside is slim enough to fit 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.

It's also extremely lightweight to carry and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows and openings that peek out.

Size

Double buggy features you should look for include an enormous shopping basket, front and rear suspension, and strong frame. It is also advisable to think about whether it's a travel system, or if you can add a carrycot or car seat. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport or for long distance journeys.

You should consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact double buggy that you can use right from the time you are born. This side-byside model comes with a clever frame that expands widthways so that it can accommodate two children. The seats have a recline option and can be set up independently, which gives you the choice of one child leaning back enjoying a nap while the other one gazes out at the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy, as well as an option to peek inside.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another fantastic alternative for twins. It is the thinnest side-byside twin buggy from birth pushchair on the market and only 63cm wide so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats or a carrycot. It also has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins, or parents with a baby and 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 is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to grow with your family, offering 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins or a child, toddler or even three children when you add the iCandy "PiggyBack" board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in single or double buggy converts to single mode. You can also attach a single stroller on the top of it to provide additional storage space.

Weight

A good double buggy is lightweight twin buggy and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to allow it to navigate rougher surfaces and, ideally it is suitable for twins or siblings of various age.

Many compact double buggies have frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option if you have younger children with medical issues and would prefer not having to use separate strollers.

However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and on public transport. Check the product details for alternatives in case this is important to your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-byside on the market at just 63cm wide and can be used for twins in the newborn stage or even one baby and one toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality and large air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains, but also happy to whizz around town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic option. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler or two children with piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap that makes it super-easy to schlep, and has front sit and stand double stroller rear suspension to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a great choice for storing the double buggy. This side-byside model has a smooth fold, and the frame's clever design expands in width when folded so that it's narrower than a single stroller. This makes it easy to navigate through doorways and public transport, while it also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a great choice for parents with twins because it can be used in mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional child on the 'piggyback board' of the buggy. It also offers an array of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children a view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake built into the handlebar that can be adjusted which makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another good alternative. It has the most compact footprint side-by-side on the market measuring just 63cm. It is perfect for parents who are worried about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain as an off-roader. It can be used for twins or a toddler with one or two children of the same age. Each seat reclines independently, which ensures that children are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with 2 car seats/seats, or a carrycot with a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles but it is extremely maneuverable, especially on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those looking for an attractive and practical buggy.

There are a variety of inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a compact side-by-side that fits a newborn in a carrycot, the toddler in the seat, or three kids if you include the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It features a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that provides both kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also light for a double seat stroller buggy and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.