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What to Look For in a Double Travel BuggyA side-by-side double that has an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate children up to 50lbs per seat.Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.SizeIn general double pushchairs are larger than single models – especially when they’re side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that have SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles and 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 can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.These lightweight side-by-side buggies come with surprisingly low prices.WeightThe heavier a double buggy is, the easier it will be to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need 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 windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension that can handle rough terrain and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight aisles of supermarkets and shops simple. It’s also extremely affordable at over PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional’sidepack’.FlexibilityA good double buggy will offer a huge amount of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or an infant and a toddler. Buggies that are narrow can be used to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep track of your children and keep them safe while you are navigating the supermarket or park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seats so that you can adjust them as your child develops. Some allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect example. It can be used to hold two seats or a car seat. The adaptors make it easy to convert one seat to a double in just seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is simple to perform and fast.Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. They are perfect to navigate narrow doors and aisles. They are also able to accommodate twins and a big kid with the addition of UPPAbaby’s”PiggyBack” board (which is available separately). The basket is spacious and includes all the accessories like liners and raincovers.Tandem buggies are typically made with your kids sitting side-by-side. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. nipper double buggy have a larger footprint than a single seater and can be too big to fit through doorways.ComfortOne of the more comfortable and lightweight doubles we’ve tried, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests; and an individual cup holder for parents. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be fastened and unfastened with one hand. It’s also easy to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible and also stores by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.This is the ideal choice for families that want to develop with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can hold twins, a toddler and a baby or three kids with a ‘PiggyBack board’. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension make it suitable on streets and in cities too. It’s also a great value. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids up to six years old.