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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 twin stroller with car seats (their explanation) that you can push with one hand, and then take up and down stairs, this is the one.
It features a pair of fixed seats that can provide the possibility of up to 30 seating configurations (including a triple!). Both seats come with UPF 50+ canopies with windows that can be seen from a distance.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a double twin stroller side by side that is side-by-side and can hold two children up to 50 lbs each. The seats are more spacious than similar strollers that are lightweight and the canopies feature large sunshades with SPF 50 with windows that peek out. Other features that are important include a self-standing basket with a capacity of 25 lbs, cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars to help kids get into and out their seats. It is a great option for urban and suburban families. It also comes with a double kit that includes a newborn wedgie for the perfect lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggie will determine its ease of pushing. A lighter buggy will be easier to lift and transport but it might not have the suspension to deal with bumps and uneven terrain.
Most double buggy with carrycot buggies come with a maximum weight per seat and some have overall frame weight limits which is why it's essential to check the details of each model prior to making a purchase. Certain double buggies can be folded with the seats removed, which makes them lighter and smaller. This is a great option if you are limited on storage space.
Tri-fold doubles are usually the lightest models, as they require only one hand to lift the top and lower sections. They are also a bit smaller than side by side buggies and are able to fit through most doors. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest tri-fold doubles available on the market and can comfortably accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby.
Tandem buggies are initially one pushchair, but they come with adapters to add a carrycot, a second seat or car seat, making them a great option for growing families. Some, like the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, so they can adapt to your family, with a third child. These doubles are heavier than trifolds, however, since the weight is evenly distributed, they are easier to move around.
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 since they can fit the buggies into the back of their cars and save space when not being used. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example has straps that can be pulled up on the seats and then the whole thing folds down. Even our oldest testers were able to fold this tri-fold with just one hand.
The lightweight Delta Children LX side by side is a great option for double buggie. Its lightweight weight is an advantage but so are its key 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 children.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important things to think about when selecting the right size double tandem pushchair buggy is its maneuverability especially how it is simple to move around with both children aboard. Some pushchairs are better than others and include the iCandy's "cinema seat" (where the back is elevated).
This is where narrow tandem buggies as well as side-by-side designs come in useful. However, these can be slightly longer overall, and therefore could be difficult to navigate through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 pushchair is a great example, as it's a small model that has two additional seats, and more importantly, a pillion board that can accommodate a third child.
Other smaller, three wheeled models, such as the phil&teds Dot are also extremely flexible. This is especially the case with its clever "dot kit" that transforms it into an inline buggie. This has a couple of different seating options for children with different ages. It even allows the front seat to be rotated to face parents, allowing for the ultimate face-to-face bonding. It comes with a large storage basket and is easy to fold. It is an excellent choice for growing families!
Comfort
With narrow tandem strollers or flexible side-by-side buggies parents can monitor both children at the park, grocery store or anywhere else. These lightweight doubles can accommodate two children up to 50 lbs each. They also come with pop-out canopy that can be extended far enough to offer real shade. The doubles also have cups for both parents and a a reversible cupholder on the seatback. They also have an enormous underseat storage basket.
If you're just beginning to build a growing family, add the phil&teds double kit your dot buggy to turn it into an inline double, perfect for newborns & toddlers alike. The clever 3-wheel design allows for simple kerb popping and excellent maneuverability, and the sling seat is a great option for newborns to connect with their parents. If your kids become older you can simply swap the sling for an infant car seat adapter and you're ready to go. With a stylish rain cover and travel bag included, you're ready to go on your next adventure!