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 stroller that is easy to push with one hand and climb and descend stairs this is the model for you.
It has two fixed seats and offers up to 30 seating options (including a triple!). Both seats are UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 double stroller is a side by side double stroller. It can hold two children who weigh up to 50lbs. Its seats are larger sized than those of other double strollers that are lightweight, and the canopies have nice-sized SPF 50 sunshades with windows that are peekaboo. Other features that are important include a self-standing bin with a capacity of 25 lbs, cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars to help kids to get into and out of their seats. This is a great choice for suburban and urban families. It is also newborn ready with the double kit which includes a newborn wedgie for the perfect lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggy is one of the main factors that determine how easy it is to push. A lighter buggy will be easier to lift and transport, but may not have enough suspension to withstand bumps and uneven terrain.
Make sure to read the specifications of each model carefully before buying. Certain double buggies come with the capacity to hold a maximum weight of a person while others have an overall frame limit. Some double buggies are able to be folded with seats removed, making them lighter and smaller. This is helpful when you're limited on storage space.
The tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest, since only one hand is needed to lift the lower and back sections. They are also smaller than side by side buggies and can 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 baby and toddler.
Tandem buggies are perfect for families that are growing since they begin as a single stroller and can be adapted to include a second seat, car seat or carrycot. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, meaning they can expand with your family, with a third child. They tend to be heavier than tri-fold doubles, however they're generally easier to move between kerbs due to the weight being distributed more evenly.
Folding
The best double buggies designed for small children fold up in minutes. This feature is appreciated by our Lab experts because they can fit the buggies in the back of their cars and save space when not being used. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example includes straps that can be pulled up on each seat and the whole thing folds down. Even our oldest testers were able to fold this tri-fold in just one hand.
The light Delta Children LX Side by Side is another good choice for a small double buggies. Its lightweight weight is an advantage but it also has some great features: nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; swing-away bars to help children get in and out of the seats and reclined seats and leg rests for smaller kids.
Manoeuvrability
When picking a compact double stroller, it is 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, like the iCandy Orange with its 'cinema seating' (where the back seat is elevated) are better than other models.
Buggies with narrow tandems can be excellent at this as can side-byside designs. Buggies with this type of design can be a bit larger and may be difficult to get through doors.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an excellent example of this, because it's a comparatively small pushchair that allows two seats to be added as well as - importantly - a 'piggyback' board that can accommodate the third child.
Other models with three wheels such as the phil&teds Dot are also incredibly agile, especially thanks to its clever 'dot kit' that turns into an inline buggy. It offers two seating arrangements for children of various ages and the front seat can be rotated to face the parents for more intimate bonding. It also comes with a storage basket that is easy to fold. It is a great option for growing families!
Comfort
With narrow tandem strollers or flexible side-by-side buggies, parents can keep an eye on both kids while at the grocery store, park or anywhere else. These lightweight doubles can carry two children up to 50 lbs per seat and come with large, pop-out canopies that extend far enough to offer real shade, with windows that peek out and padded leg rests for the little ones to sit back and relax. The doubles also feature one cupholder for each parent and a reversible cupholder on the back of the seat. They also have a large underseat storage basket.
If you're starting out with a growing family, add the double kit from phil&teds to your dot buggy to transform it into an inline double perfect for newborns & toddlers alike. thule double stroller -wheel design provides the best maneuverability and a simple kerb pop, while the sling seat is a fab newborn-ready choice for ultimate face to face bonding time. When your little ones grow older just swap the sling for an infant car seat adapter and you're set to go. You're ready to go on your next adventure with luxury travel bag and rain cover included!