A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
If you're looking to purchase a light double stroller that you can push with one hand, and then take up and down steps this is the model for you.
It comes with two fixed seats with up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a double stroller that is side-by-side and can accommodate two children of at up to 50lbs each. The seats are larger than other lightweight double strollers and the canopy is fitted with large sunshades with SPF 50 with peekaboo windows. Other important features include one-parent cup holders and a large, self-standing bin that can hold up to 25 pounds; swing-away bars for kids to get in and out of their seats and the front wheels that swivel lock for better manoeuvrability on tough terrain. This is a great choice for suburban and urban families. It also comes with a newborn-friendly two sets that include a wedgie to help you sleep in a lying-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggies will determine the ease of pushing. A light buggy is easier to lift and carry but may not have enough suspension to deal with bumps and uneven terrain.
Be sure to check the specifications of each model before buying. Some double buggies have a maximum seat weight while others have an overall frame limit. Some fold with the seats removed, making them smaller and lighter this can be beneficial when storage space is at a premium.
Tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest of models, since they require only one hand to lift the top and bottom sections. They are also smaller than side-by-side buggies, which makes them ideal to fit through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is among the most lightweight on the market. It is able to comfortably accommodate twins, or a toddler and baby.
Tandem buggies begin as a single pushchair and have adapters that allow you to add a second seat, carrycot or car seat they are a great option for growing families. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating options, so they can adapt to your family, even up to a 3rd child. They are heavier than trifolds, however, because the weight is more evenly distributed, they are easier to maneuver.
Folding
The most compact double buggies fold up easily, in just a few seconds. Our Lab experts appreciate this feature because it lets them to fit the buggies into the back of their car and save storage space when not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example includes straps that can be pulled up on each seat and the whole thing folds down. Even our oldest testers were able to do the tri-fold with only one hand.
The light Delta Children LX side by side is another great choice for a double buggie. Its lightness is an advantage but so are the features it comes with big pop-out canopy that have SPF 50 protection and peekaboo window; swing-away bars to help children get into and out of seats and reclined chair and leg rests for little ones.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important factors to think about when selecting a compact double buggy is its manoeuvrability and how easy it is to get around with both children aboard. Certain pushchairs are better than others in this regard such as the iCandy Orange's "cinema seat" (where the back is elevated).
This is the reason why narrow tandem buggies and side-by-side designs can be handy. These buggies can be a bit larger and could be difficult to navigate through doorways.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this because it's a comparatively narrow pushchair that still allows for two seats to be added and - importantly - the 'piggyback' board which can accommodate a third child.
Other smaller, three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot extremely agile, particularly with its clever 'dot kit which transforms it into an inline buggy. It comes with different seating options for children of varying ages and even allows the front seat to be turned to face the parents for optimum face-to-face bonding. It also comes with a fantastic storage basket and is super-easy to fold. A great choice for growing families!
Comfort
With compact tandem strollers or flexible side-by-side buggies parents can monitor both children at the park, grocery store or any other place. lightweight double pushchair can carry two children up to 50 lbs per seat and come with spacious pop-out canopy, which extends enough to provide real shade with windows that peek out and padded leg rests for children to relax and kick back. They also come with convenient reversible seatback cup holders and a single parent cup holder as well as a huge underseat basket.
If you're starting out with a growing family, you can add the phil&teds double kit to your dot buggy, transforming it into an inline double ideal for toddlers and infants alike. The clever 3-wheel design allows for easy kerb popping as well as superior maneuverability, and the sling seat provides a great option for newborns to connect with their parents. If your kids become older you can simply switch the sling to an infant car seat adapter and you're good to go. You're now ready for your next adventure, with a luxurious travel bag and rain cover!