Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy can be a fantastic option for twins or children who are close in age. They are a bit smaller than side-by-side buggies and are ideal for tight spaces like doors, public transport and rocky terrain.

Many convert into travel systems to take 2 carrycots or car seats. However, they are heavier and longer than single pushchairs and might feel less stable when bumping up the kerbs.

Convertible

There are many options for adding a second seating or making a single stroller a stokke double stroller. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a big, beautiful stroller that can easily be converted from a single model to double by incorporating the rumble seat (available separately). It is more expensive and less maneuverable due to the fact that the second seat is placed in front of the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice but lacks storage underneath the seat when it's used as a double stroller.

Other alternatives include all-terrain twin buggies, as well as fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. These tend to be more expensive, however they're designed to last longer on rough terrain and can have greater resales value.

Independent seat recline

If you're looking for a double stroller sale buggy that can carry children of different ages, you'll need a buggy that has an recline independent for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to rest while the baby is in a bassinet, and the reverse is true.

Take into consideration the size of your pushchair, as this will determine the ease of you to get through doors and on public transport. If your doors are narrow, you may think about a side by side pushchair, such as 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 typically longer than side by side models, which makes them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However they can be able to accommodate more combinations of car seats, carrycots and seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of various age groups. They are also more expensive than single-to-double buggies but are a worthwhile investment if you plan to keep it for years and have a good amount of resale value should you decide to sell it after your children have grown out of it.

This feature allows you to put your child in a comfortable position for naps and observation. This is important when your child is in the back seat and wishes to rest while the older child prefers to sit up to observe the surrounding.

A few brands have a unique design for their seats that allows the back seat to completely recline into an almost flat position that is perfect for newborns. For instance the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline both the toddler seat included and the additional RumbleSeat to multiple positions, to give your kids a the option of where they want to sit and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out.

Larger than twin buggies

It's not necessary to have twins to benefit from a wider double buggy. They're perfect for siblings of various age groups. They allow you to go about your day without worrying about your children touching. They're typically a bit larger too with one seat placed behind the other and providing a flat recline for infants (or an upright position for toddlers).

A popular option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which is the tiniest side-by-side model available and features an identical footprint to one buggy. It also comes with an adjustable handle, which makes it easy for parents of different heights to push as well as a handbrake that is helpful when climbing difficult hills. It is suitable to use from birth and can be paired with a variety of car seats and carrycots.

The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in duo or mono mode with just a single click. Its clever frame can be expanded to accommodate a second chair and can be used up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it an ideal choice for older siblings that want to be seated together. It's a little bigger than the other models, but it still feels light and has soft suspension for curbs.

There are also plenty of 3-wheeler inline tandems available such as Phil and Teds' inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for instance that offer stability and swift steering. These can often be folded into a single buggy in case you have a small space at home or you need to carry it from the car to the bus stop.

It's important to keep in mind that a double-buggy with a wider width will feel heavier and bulkier than a compact single buggy So make sure it's what you need before you purchase. It is likely to be used on buses, trains and subways often, so it should be easy to manage and use. You may also need to juggle it onto and off the car seat while taking your children to school or nursery so you'll need to be aware it can be easily manoeuvred in tight spaces.

The best time to start is when you are born.

You'll need a stroller for your entire family regardless of whether you're expecting twins or you have another child after you've had your first. Double buggies are generally heavier, bulkier, and more expensive than single strollers. However they are much more maneuverable in tighter doors, or around obstacles like curbs. Many double buggies are compatible with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an accessory). This lets you transport three children at once.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in the front of the other, and they're often a better choice if you have two kids that are close enough in age to get along well. They're not foolproof. Siblings sitting side-by-side can punch or kick each other, and children of different heights could argue over who is sitting higher. A tandem high-low model is able to solve this issue by elevating the seat at the rear, preventing your child's older one from being on the bottom and not getting the best view.

The iCandy Wave is a good choice for parents looking for a convertible double buggy with a carrycot that is able to accommodate both infants and an older child. It features an innovative frame that can be expanded in size when you add a second child seat. It also folds flat to make it a compact storage. The cushioned seats are comfortable, the straps easy to fasten, and the buckles are among the most impressive we've seen in any of our tests. Both seats can recline independently and the canopies are spacious and large with UPF 50+ protection and windows that can be seen from a distance.

The only drawback of the iCandy is that it's on the expensive side, but a quality tandem will last for years and maintain its resale value, so you'll probably get back some of the cost in the end. The iCandy does not have the same seating configurations as our other top picks. It's nevertheless a good option for families who don't wish to spend much cash.