7 Things About Small Double Buggy You'll Kick Yourself For Not Knowing

A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs

This is the double stroller for you in case you're looking for a lightweight one-hand stroller that is easy to push. It's also simple to transport up and down the stairs.

It has a pair fixed seats with up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats come with UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows.

Size

The Joovy Kooper X2 is a double stroller that is side-by-side and can seat two children at up to 50lbs each. The seats are larger sized than those of other strollers with lightweight designs and the canopy has nice-sized SPF 50 sunshades with windows that peek out. Other notable features include a self-standing bin with capacity of 25 pounds, cup holders for one parent and swing-away bars to help kids to get into and out of their seats. It's a great choice for urban and suburban families. It also comes with a newborn-friendly the double set which includes a wedgie for a lie-flat position.

Weight

The weight of a double buggie will determine its ease of pushing. A lighter buggy is simpler to lift and carry, but may not have enough suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.

Be sure to check the specifications of each model carefully before purchasing. Some double buggies come with an upper limit on the weight of the seats, while others have a frame limit. Some also fold with seats removed, making them even smaller and lighter this can be beneficial when storage space is at the limit.

The tri-fold doubles tend to be the lightest, since only one hand is required to lift the front and back sections. They're also narrower than side-by-side buggies, making them an ideal choice for fitting through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest tri-fold doubles on the market and can comfortably accommodate twins or a baby and toddler.

Tandem buggies are perfect for families with growing children because they start as a single stroller, but can be modified to include a second child such as a car seat or carrycot. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating options, so they can adapt to your family, even as high as a 3rd child. They tend to weigh more than tri-fold doubles. However, they're usually easier to move across kerbs due to the weight being evenly distributed.

Folding

The best double buggies designed for small children can fold up in just a few seconds. This feature is well-loved by our Lab experts because it allows them to fit the buggies into the back of their vehicles and save space when they're not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example comes with straps that can be pulled up on each seat and then the whole thing folds down. Even our most experienced testers were able to fold the tri-fold with only one hand.

The lightweight Delta Children LX side by side is another great choice for double buggies. Its lightweight weight is an advantage but it also has some great features including large pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows swing-away bars that help children climb in and out of the seats and reclining seats and leg rests designed for younger kids.

Manoeuvrability

When picking a compact double stroll, it's important to think about its maneuverability. This is a good indicator of how easy it is for both children to travel in the buggy. Some pushchairs are better than others in this regard and include the iCandy's "cinema chair" (where the back is elevated).

This is the reason why narrow tandem buggies and side-by-side designs can come in useful. These buggies may be a little longer and could be difficult to get through doorways.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this, as it's a relatively compact pushchair that allows for two seats to be added and the most important thing is the 'piggyback' board which can be used to carry the third child.

Other smaller, three-wheeled models like the phil&teds dot are extremely agile, particularly with its clever 'dot kit that transforms it into an inline buggy. It comes with two seating arrangements for children of various ages, and the front seat can be rotated so that it faces the parents for more intimate bonding. It comes with an enormous storage basket that is easy to fold. It is an excellent choice for families that are growing!

Comfort

With compact tandem strollers or versatile side-by-side buggies parents can monitor both children at the park, at the grocery store or anywhere else. These lightweight doubles are able to accommodate two children, up to 50 lbs each. They also have a pop-out canopy that can be extended enough to give shade. They also come with convenient cup holders that can be reversible and placed on the seatback. They also have one cup holder for parents as well as a huge underseat basket.

If you're starting out with an expanding family, consider adding the phil&teds double kit to your dot buggy to turn it into an inline double ideal for toddlers and infants alike.  double infant stroller -wheel design provides superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, whilst the Sling seat is a fantastic baby-friendly option for the ultimate face-to-face bonding. You can easily swap the sling seat for an infant car adapter once your children grow older. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag you're set to go on your next adventure!