A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
If you're looking for a lightweight double stroller that's easy to push with one hand, and then climb and descend stairs this is the model for you.
It comes with two fixed seats and offers up to 30 seating options (including three!). Both seats are UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 is a side-by-side double stroller that can seat two children at up to 50lbs each. Its seats are more generously sized than those of other lightweight double strollers, and the canopies have nice-sized SPF 50 sunshades with windows that peek out. Other features that are important include a self-standing bin with the capacity of 25lbs and cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars that help children to get into and out of their seats. It is a great option for suburban and urban families. It also comes with the double kit which includes a newborn wedgie that allows for an optimum lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggy is among the main factors that determine how easy it is to push. A lighter buggy is easier to lift and carry, but may not have enough suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.
Be sure to check the specifications of each model before purchasing. Some double buggies come with the capacity to hold a maximum weight of a person and others have a frame limit. Some double buggies can be folded with the seats removed, making them lighter and more compact. This is a great option in cases where you have limited storage space.
The tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest models as only one hand is needed to lift the bottom and back sections. They are also narrower than buggies that are side by side and can fit through most doorways. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest trifold doubles on the market and can comfortably hold twins or a baby and toddler.
Tandem buggies are perfect for families with growing children because they begin as a single stroller and can be adapted to include a second child, car seat or carrycot. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, so they can expand with your family, as high as a 3rd child. They tend to be heavier than tri-fold doubles, however they're usually easier to move across kerbs due to the weight being more evenly distributed.
Folding
The best double buggies designed for small children fold up in seconds. This feature is appreciated by our Lab experts because they can put the buggies inside the back of their cars and conserve space when they are not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example has straps that can be pulled up on each seat and the entire 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 another great option for a small double buggies. Its lightness is a plus but is the features it has large pop-out canopy which include SPF 50 protection and a the peek-a-boo window; swing-away bars to help little ones get into and out of their seats; and reclined chairs and leg rests for little ones.
Manoeuvrability
When selecting a compact double stroll, it's important to think about its maneuverability. This includes the ease for both children to travel in the buggy. Certain pushchairs, like the iCandy Orange with its 'cinema seating' (where the back seat is elevated) are better than others.
This is where narrow tandem buggies as well as side-by-side designs come in handy. However, they are a bit longer overall and so may be tricky to navigate through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this, as it's a relatively compact pushchair that allows for two seats to be added as well as an important feature - the 'piggyback' board which can accommodate the third 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" which 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 for ultimate face-to-face bonding. It also comes with a storage basket and is super-easy to fold. A great choice for families with growing children!
Comfort
With narrow tandem strollers or flexible side-by-side buggies, parents can monitor both kids while at the park, grocery store or wherever else. These lightweight doubles can accommodate two children of up to 50 pounds per seat and come with large pop-out canopy that extends far enough to offer real shade with windows that peek out and padded leg rests for the little ones to sit back and relax. smallest double buggy come with convenient cup holders for the seatback that are reversible, as well as a single parent cup holder, plus a large underseat basket.
If you're starting out with a growing family, you can add the phil&teds double kit to your dot buggy, transforming it into an inline double perfect for newborns & toddlers alike. The innovative 3-wheel design allows for easy kerb popping as well as superior maneuverability, and the sling seat offers a great option for newborns to bond with their parents. As your children grow older you can simply switch the sling to an infant car seat adapter and you're good to go. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag included, you're ready for your next adventure!