Buying a Tandem Double Buggy
A tandem double buggy could be a great choice for twins or children who are very close in age. They're smaller than side-by-side buggies and ideal for navigating narrow spaces like doorways, on public transport and rocky terrain.
Many also transform into travel systems that include two carrycots or car seats. They are typically heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.
Convertible
If you're looking for a convertible single-to-double stroller or want to add another seat to an existing one, there's many options to choose from. The UPPAbaby V2 is spacious, gorgeous stroller. It can easily be transformed from a single stroller to a dual by adding an Rumble seat. However, it's expensive and less maneuverable than other dual strollers due to the fact that the second seat goes in front of the front seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice, but it lacks storage under the seat when it is used as a double stroller.
Other options include twin buggies that have all-terrain wheels, and joggers with fixed wheels that can be used to carry two children. They are more expensive but they are made to last longer on rough terrain, and come with a higher resale price.
Independent seat recline
If you are looking for a double stroller that can accommodate children of different age groups, you'll require one with an independent recliner for both seats. This will allow your older child to rest in the back while the baby is in the bassinet and the reverse.
Consider the width of your pushchair, as this will determine how easy it is for you to navigate through doors and on public transportation. If you have very narrow doors, it could be worth considering a side-by-side pushchair such as the Mountain Buggy Duet which has the advantage of having a footprint similar to a single buggy but can still use two seats and car seat adaptors.
Tandem buggies are generally slightly longer than side-by-side models and so aren't as easily maneuverable up and down kerbs, but they can accommodate a bigger range of car seat/car seat combinations, so can be a good option for twins or siblings of different age groups. They can also be more expensive than single-to-double buggies but are a good purchase if you plan to keep it for years and have a good amount of resale value if you decide to sell it when your children have grown out of it.
This feature will allow you to place your child in an ideal position for naps and observation. double buggy that converts to single is particularly important if you have a young child in the rear seat who will prefer to lay back and sleep while the more mature child wants to sit up and observe their surroundings.
Some brands feature an exclusive seat design that allows the back seat to fully recline to an almost flat position which is perfect for newborns. For instance the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating that can recline both the toddler seat that comes with it as well as the optional RumbleSeat to multiple positions, so that your children have a the option of deciding where to sit and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows.
More spacious than twin buggies
They are great for siblings of different ages, and you can get around without having to worry about your children touching. They're usually a bit longer, with one seat behind the other. The seats can be reclined fully for babies or placed in an upright position for toddlers.
Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular option. It has the slimmest design side-by-side on the market, and a footprint similar to the footprint of a single stroller. It features an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push, and a handbrake, which can be useful on hills that are steep. It is suitable from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots. This means it is a great travel system.
The iCandy Wave is another option. It can be folded in either mono or duo mode in a single click. The frame's clever design can be expanded 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 want to be seated together. It's a little longer than other models but still feels light to steer and comes with soft suspension that is able to handle kerbs.
There are many 3-wheeler tandems that have inline wheels that offer stability and quick steering. Check out Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy Peach and Pear buggies. They are often folded into the size of one buggy which is useful if you struggle with storage at home or have to carry it in and out of the car when using public transportation.
Be double wagon stroller that a double-wide buggy is heavier and heavier than one that is compact. Make sure you know what you want prior to making a buy. You'll need to take it on and off subways, trains and buses frequently, so it must be easy to use and manage. You may also have to juggle it on and off the car seat when taking your children to school or nursery so you'll need to be aware it is able to be maneuvered in tight spaces.
From birth, you're an ideal candidate
If you're expecting twins, or have another child after your first, you're going to require a stroller that can accommodate the entire family. Double buggies tend to be slightly heavier, bulkier and cost more than single strollers, however they are also more maneuverable in narrower entrances or around obstacles like curbs. Many double buggies work with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an accessory). This allows you to transport three children simultaneously.
Tandem pushchairs put one child in the front of the other, so they're usually a better option if you have two kids who are similar in age to get along well. But they're not completely safe: Siblings in side-by-side seats could kick or punch one another, and children on different heights can squabble over who should sit higher. This issue can be addressed by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat to the back. Your child's older one isn't seated at the lowest part of the car and won't have much of an opportunity to see.
The iCandy Wave is a good option for parents who are looking for a convertible double buggy that includes a carrycot that can fit both infants and an older child. It has an intelligent frame that expands in width when you add the second child seat. It folds flat to make it a compact storage. The padded seats, straps and buckles are all of the best quality we have seen in our tests. The canopy is large in size and UPF 50+ protection, and peekaboo window. Both seats can be reclined independently.
The only downside of the iCandy is that it's on the expensive side however, a good tandem will last a long time and maintain its resale value, so you'll likely recoup some of the cost in the end. It doesn't come with the same range of seating options as the other top picks however the iCandy is a great choice for families who don't wish to shell out a lot of money.