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

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

It features a pair of fixed seats and can be configured with the possibility of up to 30 seating configurations (including triple!). Both seats come with UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out.

Size

The Joovy Kooper X2 is a side-by-side double stroller that can accommodate two children of at up to 50lbs each. The seats are larger than other lightweight double strollers and the canopy has large sunshades with SPF 50 that have peekaboo windows. Other key features include a self-standing basket that has a capacity of 25 pounds cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars that help children to get into and out of their seats. This is a great option for suburban and urban families. It also comes with the double kit which includes the newborn's wedgie to ensure the best position to lie flat.

Weight

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

Most double buggies come with a maximum weight per seat and some have total frame maximums and it's important to check the details of each model prior to you purchase. Some double buggies can fold with the seats removed, which makes them lighter and more compact. This is helpful in cases where you have limited storage space.

Tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest of models, since they require only one hand to lift the back and lower sections. They're also a bit smaller than side-byside buggies, which makes them ideal to fit through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest tri-fold doubles on the market. It can comfortably hold twins or a baby and toddler.

Tandem buggies start out as a single and double stroller pushchair but come with adapters to accommodate a carrycot, a second seat or car seat they are a great option for growing families. Some models, such as the iCandy Orange, offer over 30 seating options, so they can grow with your family up to three children. They tend to be heavier than tri-fold doubles. However, they're generally easier to move across kerbs due to the weight being evenly distributed.

Folding

The best double buggies for small children fold up in seconds. This feature is appreciated by our Lab experts as it allows them to fit the buggies inside the back of their cars and conserve space when they are 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 most experienced testers could do the tri-fold with only one hand.

The lightweight double pushchair Delta Children LX side by side is another excellent option for double buggies. Its lightness is an advantage but so are the features it comes with big pop-out canopy that include SPF 50 protection and a windows that peek out at you as well as swing-away bars to assist little ones get into and out of their seats; and reclining chairs and leg rests designed for young children.

Manoeuvrability

When selecting a compact double stroller with infant car seat stroll, it's important to consider its maneuverability. This is a good indicator of how easy it is for both children to ride in the buggy. Certain pushchairs are better than others in this regard and include the iCandy's "cinema chair" (where the back is elevated).

The narrow tandem buggies are excellent at this and so can side-by-side designs. These buggies may be a bit longer and may be difficult to get through doorways.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example, because it's a comparatively small twin pushchair from birth that allows for two seats to be added as well as an important feature - an 'piggyback'-style board that can be used to carry an additional child.

Other smaller, three-wheeled models, like the phil&teds Dot are also incredibly agile. This is especially the case with its clever "dot kit" that transforms it into an inline buggie. It comes with two seating arrangements for children of different age groups and the front seat can be turned so that it faces the parents to provide a more intimate bonding experience. It also comes with a fantastic storage basket and is super-easy to fold. This is a great option for families with growing children.

Comfort

With narrow tandem strollers, or versatile side-by-side buggies parents can keep an eye on both children at the grocery store, park or wherever else. These lightweight doubles can accommodate two children up to 50 lbs each. They also have a pop-out canopy that can be extended enough to provide real shade. They also come with convenient cup holders that can be reversible and placed on the seatback. They also have a single parent cup holder, plus a large underseat basket.

If you're starting out with a growing family, add the phil&teds double buggy converts to single kit to your dot buggy to turn it into an inline double, ideal for toddlers and newborns alike. The innovative 3-wheel design allows for easy kerb popping and superior maneuverability, and the sling seat provides an excellent opportunity for infants to bond with their parents. If your kids get older you can simply change the sling out for an infant car seat adapter and you're good to go. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag, you're ready for the next adventure!