What to Look For in a Double Travel twin buggy from birth

A side-by-side double with an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow doorways and on public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to make the frame more sturdy for children weighing up to 50lbs.

A great barebones budget double with rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

In general, double pushchairs are wider than single models - particularly when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good news is that this extra width allows them to accommodate heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them sit n stand double stroller out: large pop-out canopy that have SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's got many features, including the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in a matter of seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. 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'.

Flexibility

A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins or even a baby and toddler. Narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep track of your children and keep them safe when you're out at the grocery store or in the park. Many also have a wide range of seat configurations that allow you to modify them as your children grow, and some even offer the option of adding an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can be used to hold two seats, or a car-seat. The adaptors make it easy to convert a single seat to a double in merely seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a windows that peek out in both seats. A standing fold is easy to perform and fast.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are perfect to navigate narrow aisles and doors and they can comfortably accommodate twins, a baby or even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and includes all the accessories like raincovers and liner.

Tandem buggies typically have children sitting side-by-side. This makes them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single to double pram buggy buggy; relevant site, seater and can be too long to fit through doors.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've test. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as a cup holder for one parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened in one second hand double buggy. It's also easy to fold with a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as is possible, and stores with the backrest up for easy access.

This is the perfect choice for families who want to expand with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins, a toddler and a baby or three kids when you add a 'PiggyBack board'. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension mean it's good on streets and in cities too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this product for youngsters up to the age of six.