The Best Double Buggy Strollers
A double buggy is perfect when you are expecting twins, or if you have two children of different age groups. The ideal double buggy is easy to maneuver and can be used on uneven surfaces.
These vehicles also come with features like large sun canopies, as well as transparent hoods, and adjustable seats.
1. Baby Jogger City Tour Double
The City Tour 2 Double is the smallest double stroller in the Baby Jogger range. It's designed to travel and easily fits through the majority of doors with its narrow design. It's also one of the most lightweight double buggies that are available, weighing only 14lbs when folded. This makes it perfect for flying with a newborn and a toddler as you won't be exceeding the luggage allowances of airlines. It can also be folded to the size of the size of a small travel bag which means you can put it in the back of your car.
The one-handed, Z-shape fold is a breeze and is extremely compact once you've mastered it and takes minutes to fold. However, our tester found the auto lock to be a bit confusing and as the handlebar isn't locked into place when you press it, it landed on her legs when she used it. The handlebar was a bit shorter than she would like, especially with a big changing bag hanging from it.
Unlike other lightweight travel buggies, this doesn't skimp on features and is one of the most feature-packed double strollers available. It's compatible with two carry cots (available separately) and offers multiple recline positions, and an UV 50+ canopy. You can also add an additional bassinet to one or both seats to transform this into a travel system.
The four tires made of rubber are great for pavements as well as urban terrain. However, they are not made for off-roading. They struggled with long grass and gravel and there wasn't enough clearance between the wheel bracket and wheel and mud sank easily. That being said, our tester still loved using this buggy and it did climb some beautiful muddy hills.
2. iCandy Orange
The iCandy Orange is a premium double buggy that is a top choice in style and versatility. It is a must-have for parents who want a stylish and durable double buggy that will last. The Orange has a gorgeous sleek, lightweight chassis with a huge basket that will easily take 2 car seats. It comes with an elegant, adjustable canopy that is both water-resistant and breathable. It comes in trend-led colours such as Pistachio, Fossil, Latte and Rose on the Jet Black frame. The option to add a built-in ride to older siblings is also available.
This 2021 update includes a few enhancements, including improved maneuverability, a bigger shopping basket, and a revamped bumper bar that has a leatherette cover. The seats are molded and are really comfortable. The seats can also be adjusted, so they can be set to meet the needs of siblings. iCandy is the first to introduce a "cinema seating" style that allows parents to maintain eye contact between both children. They can be moved so that they face either the parent or the world.
It's a heavier tandem buggie, but it's easy to operate and drive especially on smooth pavements. It feels stable in both double and single mode and even on sloping terrain. It's not as simple to drive on public transport, however, because it requires more than one hand to grip the handlebar. It is also bulky and can't be stuffed into a standard car boot with the seat attached, but this can be overcome by careful planning. iCandy includes the footmuff and changing bag included in the price, so this is an excellent value package for parents who are just starting out.
3. Joie Evalite Duo
This is a light tandem stroller. It has two non-reversible seats that are ideal for infants to around 3 years old. Additionally, it can fit a car seat in the rear seat.
It comes with an easy and simple to fold mechanism that makes it convenient to travel with and store. It also comes with a large basket, ideal to store all of your baby's or toddler's essentials.
The Joie Evalite Duo double buggy is an excellent choice for beginners, as it is affordable and simple to operate. It is also extremely light and easy to push across long distances. It also has a premium suspension system that provides an easy ride for both kids and parents.
This stylish and practical city stroller is suitable for twins or a toddler and a baby or even three children by adding UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (sold separately). It has a sleek frame and a small size, which makes it suitable for narrow city streets and shopping malls. The swivel wheels on the front and four-wheel suspension allow it to maneuver over uneven or rough terrain.
Another good feature is that this buggy can fit a car seat in the back making it a great choice for families who plan on traveling. It features an easy-to-fold system that can be used with a wide range of Joie infant car seat. It comes with a large basket and comfortable seats for children. The only downside is that the front seat doesn't recline fully, which could be a problem for babies. But, it's an excellent option for families looking for an inexpensive and light stroller.
4. Cybex Gazelle S
This is the stroller you need if you are expecting twins. It's the first travel system from Cybex and comes with adaptors that make it simple to transform a single pushchair into a double. The upper adaptors are able to move upwards and downwards to accommodate your height, while the lower ones can be twisted around and rotated making it easy to change from one configuration to another. The Gazelle's seat also reclines into an upright position. It also has an enormous UV 50+ sun shade that is vital for children.
This is the future-ready multi-purpose stroller which can adapt to your family. It's suitable from birth as a mono-pushchair, and up to four years old as a double pushchair with the addition of a CLOUD Z iSize car seat or a second-seat unit or Gazelle Cot. The new one-pull harness makes the process of securing your child a simple and intuitive process, especially when you're carrying your baby on your back!
The Gazelle S is unlike most double strollers because it folds up compactly, with both seats attached. This makes it simple to store at home, or even in your trunk. A huge lower basket holds up to 25lbs of shopping, daily essentials or groceries, and a detachable shopper basket provides more space for everything you buy. This stroller is extremely versatile and child-friendly due to its one-pull harness and large recline. It also features wheels that are puncture-proof so you don't need to worry about those unexpected flat tubes on your trips away from home.
5. Nipper Double V5
The Nipper Double V5 from Out 'n' About is a refreshed version of the award-winning all-terrain buggy. It's made for siblings or twins and has separate reclined seats, compatibility with carrycots and a lightweight frame that makes it easy to maneuver on uneven terrain.
The height-adjustable handle and rear wheel suspension offer the most comfortable ride for children up to 22kg. The durable pneumatic tyres, which are easy to clean, also provide a smooth ride when running. The 360-degree swivel wheel is able to be locked to help you maneuver around town. The one-pedal lock brake is also simple to use.
Our test participants found that the Nipper Double is incredibly easy to navigate, even on rough terrain or when turning in an area with a lot of traffic. The feature that the seats can be reclined independently was also a big hit.
The hoods were also easy to adjust for wind or sun protection. Our testers did discover however that they didn't provide the same amount of coverage compared to similar to the Baby Jogger City Mini hoods and it's worth packing a rain cover to be prepared in the event of.
Overall, our testers were impressed by the Nipper double's ability allow them to take their twin daughters Sydney and Lyla to all kinds of adventures. From exploring the forest for wildlife to rushing to the park to play with their friends, they loved it. Our testers were also amazed with how spacious and comfortable the two seats are. There is plenty of room for growing toddlers. The absence of parent-facing seating and the inability to use a car seats with this buggy were noted as a disadvantage by our testers. They would also have preferred a larger storage space to store shopping items and other accessories.