What to Look For in a GYMAX Double Seat Stroller: Adjustable Handle Grey Travel Buggy

A compact side-byside with tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children weighing up to 50lbs.

A fantastic budget double with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of different heights.

Size

In general double pushchairs are generally wider than single models - especially when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good thing is that this extra width enables them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. They also have other key features that help them stand out, including large pop-out canopy sizes with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; swivel lock front wheels which help navigate narrow spots such as shopping aisles; a one-parent cup holder and the clever fold mechanism that can be done one-handed; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't designed for rough terrain but can are able to handle city streets and theme parks fairly well.

In terms of price tags these kinds of Leila 1+1 Twin Pushchair: Lightweight Tandem Stroller for Twins, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a double-buggy is, the easier it will be to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's still loaded with plenty of features like an enormous pop-out canopy that has SPF50 and peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in just a few seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheels at the front that makes it easy to navigate narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. Just over PS1,000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A double buggy that is well-designed will provide a great deal of flexibility, whether you have twins or an infant and a toddler. Buggies that are narrow can be used to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep the eye on your children and ensure their safety while you go to the supermarket or park. Many also have a wide selection of seating options, www.pushchairsandprams.uk so you can adapt the seat as your children grow, and some even have the option to add a ride-on or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors let you change from a single seat to a double in a matter of seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade and adjustable leg rests, as well as peekaboo windows on both seats as well as a standing fold that's simple and quick to fold using just one hand; and a high-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. Their slim frames are ideal for negotiating narrow doors and aisles, and they can comfortably accommodate twins or jejucordelia.com a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is large and comes with all the extras like raincovers and liners.

Tandem buggies typically have children seated side-by-side, which can make them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces but can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and can be a bit long for getting through doors.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles that we have tested. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, ensuring that your children can enjoy the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a the peek-a-boo window, and a padded toddler seat with an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in adjustable foot and leg rests as well as cups holder for a single parent. Testers are awestruck by the way that the seats recline individually by squeezing an adjustable lever underneath each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to unfasten and fasten using just one hand. It's also simple to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as simple as possible, and stores with the backrest upright to make it easy to access.

This is a great option for families that want to expand with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins, a toddler and three children if you add a 'PiggyBack board'. The large basket and soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs as well in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this for youngsters up to the age of six.