What to Look For in a Compact double pram pushchair Buggy

Kerry says this side-byside is light enough to pass through most doors and be used with two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.

It's also easy to move up/down stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows as well as peekaboo openings.

Size

Double buggy features that you should look for include the large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and strong frame. It is also advisable to consider whether it's a travel system or whether you can add an infant car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you have to take your children on public transport, or on long journeys.

If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from birth, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with an innovative frame that can be expanded to allow it to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you have one child relax and sleep while the other observes the surroundings. The seat comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy, with an open window.

Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. It is the tiniest side-by-side twin pushchairs pushchair available and only 63cm wide so should fit through most doorways. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot and has lying-flat seats that can be used from birth.

Tandem double buggies are very popular with parents of twins, or parents who have a child and toddler. However, they generally have a bigger space than single-seaters and may be difficult to manoeuvre on narrow pavements or through doors.

The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is a popular tandem that can expand with your family. It comes with 30 different seating configurations. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is suitable for twins, a child and a toddler or even three kids when you include the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It has a soft suspension that makes light work of kerbs. It is used in a mono or double mode. You can even attach a single double stroller (right here) stroller to the top of it to provide extra storage space.

Weight

A great double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, a rear and front suspensions to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, ideally, be suitable for twins or siblings of different age groups.

Many compact double buggies come with frames that can be used to support infant car seats. They also come with branded adaptors that are compatible with popular models by Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for families with children with medical conditions and would prefer not the need to purchase separate strollers.

However, they do generally have a bigger space than side-byside buggies and are more difficult to fit through doorways and on public transport. Review the product's details for Best Lightweight Double Stroller alternatives if this is important to you and your family.

Mountain Buggy Duet is the slimmest double buggy sale stroller available on the market. It is the tiniest side-by-side available with a 63cm width. It can be used to transport twins or an infant and a toddler. It has a robust design and superior functionality and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to go about town.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great alternative. It can carry twins, a baby and a toddler, or two children using piggyback boards (which must be purchased separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap, making it easy to transport and comes with rear and front suspension to help you cope with rougher terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value choice for older kids.

Folding

The Baby Jogger City Select 2 is a fantastic option to store the double buggy. This model is a side-by-side and has a very smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easy to navigate doorways and on public transport, while it also means that you don't require an additional car to push the buggy around.

It's an excellent option for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate another child on the buggy's "piggyback board, and provides an array of configurations that include an elevated stadium seating to give both children views of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake that makes it easier to push the buggy up and down hills.

Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side available at 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double into the doorway or on public transport. However it is still able to tackle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and an infant, or two children who are similar age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.

Another good option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode, and can be used with a car seat/seats or a carrycot and toddler seat. It's a bit larger than other doubles, but it offers excellent maneuverability particularly on smooth surfaces. This is an excellent choice for those looking for a stylish and practical buggy.

There are many inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This compact side-byside can fit a newborn in a carrycot, even a toddler in the seat or even three children if you add a PiggyBack ride on board with the pizazz. It has a simple self-standing fold as well as a big canopy that gives both kids some protection and a peek-a-boo window. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller and comes with a large undercarriage basket to store the shopping.