Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
Parents who are willing to spend a bit more can get a top-quality tandem stroller that will last for a long time and will retain its price for resales. The Uppababy Vista V2 model is an excellent stroller that can be converted to a single. It also has another seat, called the RumbleSeat that adds flexibility.
It offers a comfortable recline seat, a big canopy that has UPF protection of 50+ and a peekaboo view. It is also compact and folds up easily.
Budget
A good double buggy can be a lifesaver when you have two kids in the car and will not cost a fortune. You'll also need to consider the price of car seats or carrycots, and the cost of the buggy. However there are plenty of options that won't break your bank.
The UPPAbaby vista 2 is an excellent choice for those looking to save money. It's priced at less than PS1,000 and it can fit twins or a baby and toddler or even three children with a 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market and has the same footprint as a single pushchair so it's easy to navigate doorways, shopping aisles and public transport.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are an alternative. It comes with 30 different seating configurations, and soft suspension to make kerbs easy. It is also able to be changed from a single to a double to grow with your family. You can even fit another child in the back.
Style
If you are on a budget you can still purchase some beautiful double buggies. Many of them are designed to look stunning and are also very durable. You can also enjoy an excellent resale price when you select a well-known brand.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 double stroller is among the most affordable double strollers on the market. It is available in a variety of colors and is stylish. The UPPA 'PiggyBack Board' can be added to create a triple buggy. It can hold twins or a toddler, as well as the baby or child in a car seat for an infant. This is a perfect double buggy for city use because it has a slim frame that can be pushed through the majority of doors and handle shopping aisles as well as trains, buses and other vehicles.
The iCandy Peach is another popular alternative. This is a great lightweight alternative that costs less than PS300 including the adaptors required to fit carseats. It can be used as a single seat and has some nice features like a large wide basket, front suspension and UPF 50+ shades with a peekaboo window. There is also a cup holder for one parent and the seats can face one another, or be positioned away from eachother.
Double buggies with side-by-side seating are more expensive but are often more maneuverable than other models. They can be quite large though so they might not fit through narrow doors, and are generally better suited to older children who want to be seated facing each other. The Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the slimmest side-by-sides available on the market.
Sites like Rebelstork offer some of the most popular double strollers for sale at affordable prices. They offer both old and new models and open boxes and overstocks. You can test them before purchasing. They also have a trade-in program to allow you to get cash back when you decide to upgrade.
Convenience
The Joie Evalite Duo pushchair is an excellent option if are on a tight budget but still want to be able to accommodate your children (and don't mind the slightly larger size). Our Lab experts love that it's light and easy to drive, and can be folded in half in a few minutes. It also offers good storage for both kids, and UPF 50+ canopies that have peekaboo windows; reclined seats that are simple to adjust, and a smart one-handed brake lever on the handlebar - all for a price point well below PS1000.
The iCandy Orange Wave double buggy is a great option when you're seeking a low-cost double stroller that can fit an infant car seats. Its slick frame can be expanded to accommodate two seats or a single stroller seat with an optional bassinet. It can accommodate up to three kids with the UPPAbaby 'PiggyBack,' an exercise board for older kids (which is available separately).
Seat and carrycot are positioned side-by-side, so your children will be able to see each the other and you can keep an eye on them. This reduces the chance of them being confused. It's also the slimmest side-by-side available, so it should be able to pass through the majority of doors and can be steered easily around tight corners. It is heavy and long to push in double mode, and it isn't as efficient as other top-quality double buggies for rough or uneven terrain.
double pram pushchair is a great mid-range option and our top-rated double stroller. It's light, comes with a handy shopping basket, and can take two car seats for children, or one baby seat and an infant seat. It comes with a comfortable seat and big wheels on the back that are able to take on rough terrain better than some of our less compact models. Plus, it folds into an incredibly compact, self-standing design and comes with a handy carry strap for easy schlepping. It's not quite as spacious or high-quality as other best-value doubles, but it's a great deal.
Safety
When purchasing a double stroller, you must ensure that it meets all the important safety standards. The safety straps and how the seats adapt to your child's needs are important. Also, check if the seats are reclined in different positions for different ages. Also, look for double pram and pushchair and pockets, and whether there are other accessories that are useful, such as sunshades or rain covers.
If you're going to use the buggy primarily around town or on public transport, ensure that it is light and easy to maneuver. You will also need to consider how much it weighs fully loaded and whether it is easy to fold up and fit into the car boot. If you are using the buggy often in small towns or villages check that the wheels are well-groomed and that it can negotiate the narrow roads and doorways.
There are a myriad of double buggies. However, the most popular is the side-by-side model. They are more hefty and difficult to push but offer the benefit of both kids being capable of seeing. They can also be expensive.
Tandem buggies are an alternative and they have the children placed next to one another. This is a more comfortable option for older children, however it also means that the buggy is less stable than a side-by-side. It is also more difficult to fit them through narrow doors and can be difficult to maneuver between the kerbs.
The iCandy Peach double buggies are one of the most loved and stylish models. It comes with a variety of unique features. It has a built-in ride-on board with a cinema seating option and 30 seating configurations. It will even hold three children! It's also lightweight and has a good suspension. It can convert from a single seat to a double one with the purchase of an additional seat.
For those who want a more sleek double buggy the Mountain Buggy Duet is an excellent choice. It is the tiniest side-by-side available and comes with the same footprint to the size of a single buggy. It comes with a variety of configurations to ensure that both children can be able to view the world and there is a neat handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. It can also accommodate two infant car seats by means of an adapter.