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Kerry says this side-by-side is slim enough to get through the majority of doors and take two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing folding mechanism and convenient carry straps to make it easy to carry.

The canopies are also easy to lift and move up/down the stairs. The canopies are generously sized and feature peekaboo windows.

Size

Double buggy features that you should consider include a large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and strong frame. You might also want to consider whether it's a travel system or the possibility of adding an infant car seat or carrycot. Those are important considerations if you need to take your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.

Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double travel stroller buggy you can use from the beginning. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that expands in width so that it can accommodate two children. The seats come with an option to recline and can be placed independently, giving you the choice of one child leaning back and relaxing for a nap, while the other is looking out at the world around them. There is also a huge UPF 50+ canopy and the ability to peek into the future.

Another great option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so can fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or a carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are popular among parents of twins, or parents who have a child and toddler. However, they generally have a bigger footprint than single-seaters and can be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow roads or through doors.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy and has been designed to adapt to your family, offering 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you add the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It is able to be used in mono or double mode. You can also attach a single stroller on top for extra storage.

Weight

A good double buggy is lightweight and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, most importantly it should be suitable for twins or siblings of various ages.

A majority of compact double buggies come with frames designed to take infant car seats and come with adaptors with branded brands to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for families with children with medical issues and would prefer not having to use separate strollers.

However, they generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and may be more difficult to maneuver through doors and on public transport. If this is important to you, look through the product's details to determine if there are any alternatives available.

If you're looking to find the tiniest double pushchair on the market take a look at the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side on the market at just 53cm in width and can be used for newborn twins or one baby and one toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and a superior function with big air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but are also able to zip around town.

Another great option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins with one baby and one toddler or two kids using a piggy back board (which you must purchase separately). It is equipped with a self-standing carry strap and folds down to make it easy to transport. It also comes with front and back suspension to make it easier to navigate rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is an excellent choice for storing a double buggy travel system buggy. This side-by-side model features a smooth fold, and the frame's clever design expands widthways as you fold so that it's narrower than an individual stroller. This makes it easy to get around doorways and on public transportation, and it also means you don't need an additional vehicle to transport the buggy around.

It's a good option for parents who have twins because it can be used in a mono or duo mode with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the 'piggybackboard that is part of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated that give both kids an overview of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has an adjustable handbrake that makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another good alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at 64cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However it is able to handle rough terrain like an off-roader. It can carry twins, a baby and toddler or two children who are the same age and each seat reclines independently to make sure the kids are comfortable.

The iCandy Peach is a good option. It can be used in mono or tandem mode, and can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot that has a toddler seat. It's slightly longer than other doubles, however it offers excellent maneuverability, especially on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those who want an attractive and practical buggy.

There are numerous affordable double strollers buggies, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold infants in a carrycot, a toddler in the seat or even three children if you add the PiggyBack ride on board branded with pizazz. It has an easy-to-stand fold, a huge canopy that provides protection for children and an option to peekaboo. It's also fairly light for a double buggy, and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.