Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
Parents who are willing to invest an extra amount can purchase a top-quality tandem stroller that will last for many years and will retain its resale value. The Uppababy Vista V2 is a top-rated model that can convert to a single and has another seat, the RumbleSeat, that adds flexibility.
It offers a decent recline for the seat and a large canopy with UPF 50+ protection and peekaboo windows. It also folds easily and compactly.
Budget
A good double buggy can be an absolute lifesaver when you have two young kids in tow and will not cost a fortune. You'll have to take into account car seats or carrycots, as well as the price of the buggy, but even then there are some fantastic alternatives available that won't break the bank.
An excellent option if you want to keep costs down is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 - an incredible value at under PS1,000 and can be used with twins or one baby, as well as one toddler or three kids (with the 'PiggyBack' boards that you purchase separately). It's the tiniest side-by-side on the market, and comes with an area that's as big as a single pushchair. This means it's easy to get through doors, shopping aisles, and public transportation.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are an alternative. It has 30 different seating options, and soft suspension that makes kerbs simple. 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
You can still find some lovely double buggies on budget. Many of them look beautiful and are also very durable. If you select a well-known brand, they'll also have a good resale value.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the best budget double strollers that are available. It is available in a variety of colours and is stylish. The UPPA "PiggyBack Board" could be added to make it a triple buggy. It can be used with twins as well as a toddler and baby or the child in a car seat. This is a great double buggy for city use because it has a slim frame that fits through the majority of doors. It can also be used for shopping as well as trains, buses and other vehicles.
Another popular choice is the iCandy Peach. It's a light-weight option that is priced at less than PS300 with the adaptors required for carseats. It can also be used as an individual and comes with nice features such as a large, spacious shopping basket and front suspension, as well as UPF 50+ sunshades that have windows that peek out. There's a great cup holder with a single parent and seats can be placed to face each other or to be a distance away from one another.
Double buggies with side-by-side sides cost more, however they are easier to push. They aren't always wide which means they won't pass through doors that are narrow. They are best suited for older children who like to sit together. The Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the slimmest side-by sides on the market.
Sites like Rebelstork offer some of the best double strollers for sale at affordable prices. They offer both old and new models, as well as open boxes and overstocks. You can try them before you buy. They offer a trade-in scheme that allows you to earn money off the purchase if you decide to for an upgrade.
Convenience
The Joie Evalite Duo pushchair is an excellent option if are on a tight budget but still want to accommodate your children (and don't mind the slightly larger size). It's easy to fold, light and smooth to drive. It also offers good storage for both kids, as well as UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows, reclined seats that are easy to adjust, as well as a clever brake lever that is one-handed on the handlebar - all for a price point well below PS1000.
If you need a cheap double buggy that can accommodate infant car seats and car seats, the iCandy Orange Wave is another good choice. Its slick frame can be expanded to accept 2 seats or a single stroller seat with a bassinet that can be added. You can take up to three kids with the UPPAbaby "PiggyBack," an exercise board for older children (which is available separately).
The seat and the carrycot are placed side-by-side, so your children will be able to see each other and you can keep an eye on them. This decreases the chances of them being confused. It's also the tiniest side-by-side available, so it should fit through most doorways and is able to be easily steered around tight corners. It's a bit heavy and lengthy to push in double mode, and it does not perform as well as some of the top-quality double buggies for rough or uneven terrain.
This is a great mid-range choice, and our top-rated double stroller. It's light, comes with a convenient shopping basket and can take two car seats for children or one baby seat as well as an infant seat. It comes with a comfortable seat with big wheels on the back that are able to take on rough terrain better than our more compact models. It folds down into a compact, self-standing model and comes with a comfortable carrying strap. It's not as large or as high-quality as some of the other top-quality doubles, however it's a great value overall.
Safety
When buying a double buggy you should check that it meets all important safety standards. This includes the safety straps, the way that the seats adjust as your children grow and whether they have different reclining positions to suit their age. Also look for a spacious storage basket and pockets and whether there are any other items that might be useful such as sunshades or rain covers.
If you're planning to be using the buggy mostly in the city or on public transport, make sure whether it is light and easy to move. You'll also want to take into consideration the weight of the buggy when it's fully loaded, and whether it is able to be folded and put in the car boot. If you are planning to use the buggy in small villages and towns, make sure that the wheels are well-grip and that they can navigate narrow doorways and pavements.
There are a variety of double buggies. However, the most popular is the side-byside model. They are more hefty and difficult to push, but they offer the benefit of both kids being able to see. These can be quite expensive.
Tandem buggies are an alternative and have the kids placed side-by-side. This is a more comfortable option for older children, however it does mean that the buggy is less stable than a side-byside. It is also more difficult to fit them into narrow doors and is hard work going up and down the kerbs.
The iCandy Peach double buggies are one of the most loved and stylish models. It has many unique features. It has a built-in seat for a ride-on, "cinema seating" and 30 different seating configurations. It can even accommodate a third child. It is also light and has a good suspension. It can be converted from a single seat to a double one with the purchase of an additional seat.
Mountain Buggy Duet makes a excellent option for those seeking a more sleek double buggy . It is the tiniest double buggy on the market, and its footprint is comparable to that of a single buggy. It has several configurations that allow both children to see the world. It also has a handbrake that is convenient on an adjustable handlebar. It can also accommodate two infant car seats with the addition of an adapter.