What to Look For in a Compact double pushchair from birth Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is slim enough to get through most doorways and can be used with two car seats or carrycots. It features self-standing folding mechanism, as well as convenient carry straps to make it easy to move.

It's also easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies are spacious with windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

A good-sized shopping basket and front and rear suspensions are key features to look out for in a double stroller with infant car seat buggy. You may also want to think about whether it's a travel system or the possibility of adding an infant car seat or carrycot. These are crucial considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport, or on long trips.

If you're looking for a compact double buggy that can be used from birth look into the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side-byside buggy with an adjustable frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and placed independently. This allows you to have one child relax and take a nap while the other is observing the surrounding. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with a peekaboo window too.

Another option for newborn twins is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest twin pushchair on the market. It is only 63cm in length, so it should fit through the majority of doors. It can also take two car seats or one carrycot. It also has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.

Tandem double buggies, which have the children positioned on opposite sides is a popular option for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. They do have a larger footprint than single-seaters and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.

The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that's been designed to grow with your family. It comes with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or three kids when you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It has a soft suspension that can take care of kerbs. It is used in mono or double mode. It is possible to attach one stroller to the top to store additional items.

Weight

A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, front and rear suspension to make it easier to navigate rougher surfaces and, ideally, be suitable for twins or siblings of different ages.

Many double buggies are compact and come with frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that fit the popular models made by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are great options for those who want to avoid having separate strollers for your younger children with medical issues.

They are generally larger than buggies with side-by-sides, and are harder to fit in doorways or on public transport. Check the product details for alternatives in case this is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the smallest double stroller on the market. This is the slimmest side by side on the market at just 63cm wide and is suitable for twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It offers robust engineering and superior performance thanks to its large air-filled tyres that can be used on all terrains but just as happy nipping around the town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another fantastic alternative. It can accommodate twins or a baby and toddler, or two kids with the piggyback board (which must be purchased separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap to make it super-easy to schlep, and comes with rear and front suspension to help you cope with the rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great option for older children.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is an excellent choice for storing two strollers. This side-byside model has a smooth fold, and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than a single stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and on public transportation, while also reducing the need for a second vehicle.

It's an excellent option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate a third child on the 'piggybackboard of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of configurations, including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children the view of their surroundings. There's even a brake on the handlebar that can be adjusted which makes it easier to push up and down hills.

Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest side-by-side footprint on the market at the smallest 63cm. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting a double through doors and on public transport, and it can still handle rough terrain like a true off-roader. It can be used to carry twins or a toddler and baby or two kids of the same age, and each seat can recline independently to make sure the kids are at ease.

The iCandy Peach is a good alternative. It can be utilized in a mono mode, and it can fit two car seats, or a carrycot that has a toddler seat. It's a bit longer than some other doubles, but it has excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's a great option for those who want a stylish but practical buggy.

If you're on a tight budget there are plenty of budget double buggies such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold babies in the carrycot or an infant in the seat, or three children if you include the PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with some pizazz. It features a self-standing fold, a huge canopy that protects children as well as a peekaboo feature. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket for shopping.