Buying a Tandem Double Buggy
A tandem
Double stroller with bassinet buggy can be a great choice when you have twins or children who are very close in age. They're a bit smaller than side-byside buggies, and ideal for maneuvering tight spaces, such as doors, on public transport and on rocky terrain.
Many also convert into travel systems that include two carrycots or car seats. However, they are heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and might feel less stable when as they bump up the kerbs.
Convertible
There are a variety of options for adding a second seating or making a single stroller double. The UPPAbaby is a spacious, gorgeous stroller. It can be easily transformed from a single stroller to a double by adding the Rumble seat. It is more expensive and less maneuverable due to the fact that the second seat is located on top of the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow offers a similar option but lacks storage underneath the seat when it's used as a double stroller.
Other alternatives include all-terrain
best twin buggy buggies, as well as fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. These tend to be more expensive, however they're designed for long trips over rough terrain and can have greater resales value.
Reclining the seat independently
If you require a double buggy to transport children of various ages then you're going to require a model with an independent seat recline for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to relax in the back while the baby is in the bassinet and the reverse.
Consider the width of your stroller to determine the ease of you to maneuver through doors and on public transport. If your doorways are very narrow, you might be considering a side-by-side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint that is similar to a single stroller but it can accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.
Tandem buggies are generally larger than side-by-side models, which makes them more difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However they can be able to accommodate more combinations of car seats/car seats/seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of different ages. They are priced higher than single buggies to
double buggy from birth however they're worth the cost if you plan on keeping it for many years. They'll also keep some value when sold once your children have outgrown the buggie.
This feature will allow you to place your child in a comfortable position for naps and observation. This is particularly important if you have a child younger than in the rear seat who will want to lie back and relax while the older child would prefer to sit up and look around their surroundings.
Certain brands have a distinctive design that allows the back of their vehicles to fully recline into a position that's almost flat, perfect for newborns. The iCandy Orange, for example, has stadium-style seating that can be reclined in various positions. It also has a UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows.
More spacious than twin buggies
You don't need to have twins in order to benefit from a bigger double buggy. They're perfect for siblings of different age groups and let you get around without worrying about your children touching each other. They're typically a bit longer too with one seat placed behind the other and usually offering a fully-flat recline for infants (or a more upright position for toddlers).
A popular choice is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the slimmest side-byside design on the market and has the same footprint as one buggy. It features an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push, and
double stroller with bassinet a handbrake, which is helpful on steep hills. It can be used from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and
double stroller with bassinet carrycots. This means it's a great travel system.
The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in duo or mono mode with just one click. The clever frame expands to accommodate a second chair and can be used to accommodate up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a fantastic choice for older siblings that wish to sit together. It's a bit bigger than the other models, but it still feels light and has soft suspension for curbs.
There are also plenty of 3-wheeler tandems inline available Check out Phil and Teds' inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies for instance that provide stability and swift steering. Most of them can be folded into the size of one buggy, which is helpful when you have trouble storing it at home or have to lug it in and out of the boot on public transport.
Be aware that a two-wheeled buggy is heavier and bulkier than a single compact buggy. Be sure you know what you want before you buy. It will be utilized on buses, trains and subways often, so it should be easy to manage and use. You may need to juggle the car seat while taking your child to school or to nursery.
From birth, you're a suitable candidate
If you're expecting twins or have a second child after your first, you're going to require a stroller that can accommodate the whole family. Double buggies are typically heavier and bulkier, as well as more expensive than single strollers. However, they are easier to maneuver in tighter doors and around obstacles such as curbs. Many double buggies work with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an add-on). This allows you to carry three children at once.
Tandem pushchairs put one child in front of the other. They're a great choice if your children are close in age and get along well. They're not 100% secure. Siblings sitting side-by-side can punch or kick each other and children with different heights may fight over who sits taller. This problem can be solved by a tandem high-low model that elevates the seat at the rear. Your child's older will not be seated on the lowest part of the car and won't be able to get a look out.
The iCandy Wave is a great option for parents looking for an easy-to-use double buggy that converts to accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, and an older child in the main seat. It features an innovative frame that expands in width when you add the second child seat. It also folds flat to make it a compact storage. The padded seats are comfortable, the straps are simple to fasten and the buckles are among the most impressive we've seen in any of our tests. The canopies are large in size with UPF 50+ protection, and a peekaboo window. Both seats can recline independently.
The only downside to the iCandy tandem is that it's a bit expensive. However, a quality tandem will last you for a long time and will have an attractive resale value which means that in the end you'll likely recover a portion of the cost. It also doesn't offer the same selection of seating options as some of our other top choices however the iCandy is a great choice for families who don't wish to spend a fortune.