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Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy can be a great option when you have twins or children who are very close in age. They are narrower than side by side buggies, and are ideal for small spaces such as doorways, public transport and rough terrain.

Some can be converted into travel systems that take two carrycots or car seats for children. However, they can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs and might feel less stable when as they bump up the kerbs.

Convertible

There are many options for adding a second seat or making a single stroller a double. The Vista V2 from UPPAbaby is a big, beautiful stroller that converts easily from a single stroller to a double by adding the rumble seat (available separately). It is more expensive and less maneuverable due to the fact that the second seat is positioned on top of the first seat. The Nuna Demi Grow is a similar option with a wide range of seating options, but isn't equipped with storage under the seat when used in doubles mode.

Other alternatives include all-terrain twin buggies and fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. They are more expensive however, they are designed for long-distance trips over rough terrain and have higher resale prices.

Reclining seat recline independently

If you require a double buggy that can transport children of various age groups, then you'll need a buggy that has an independent seat recline for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to be able to relax while your baby is sleeping in a bassinet and the reverse is true.

Consider the width of your stroller to determine the ease of you to navigate through doors and public transportation. If you have narrow doorways then it might be worthwhile to consider a side-by-side pushchair double, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet which has the advantage of having a footprint comparable to a single buggy however it can use two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are usually slightly longer than side-by-side models, and aren't as easy to manoeuvre up and down kerbs, but they can accommodate a wider variety of seat/carrycot/car seat combinations so can be a good option for twins or siblings of various age groups. They can also be more expensive than single-to-double umbrella stroller buggies, but are a good investment if you plan to keep it for a long time and will retain a decent amount of resale value should you decide to sell it when your children have grown out of it.

Another thing to look for is whether the backs of the seats can recline independently of one another since this will allow you to put your child in the most optimal position to nap or observe. This is particularly important if you have a young child in the rear seat who will want to lie back and sleep while the more mature child wants to sit up and observe their surroundings.

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

Larger than twin buggies

You don't need to have twins in order to benefit from a wider double buggy. They're perfect for siblings of different age groups and let you move around without worrying about your children touching. They're usually a more spacious with one seat positioned behind the other. The seats can be reclined fully for newborns or in an upright position for toddlers.

Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular choice. It has the slimmest design of the two-in-ones on the market and a footprint comparable to one stroller. It also features an adjustable handle, which makes it easier for parents of different heights to push as well as an adjustable handbrake, which is useful when tackling difficult terrains. It is suitable from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots, meaning it's a great travel system.

The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in either mono or duo mode with just a single click. Its clever frame expands to accommodate an additional chair and can be used to accommodate up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a great choice for older siblings that would like to be seated together. It's slightly longer than some other models but still feels easy to steer and has soft suspension that is able to handle kerbs.

There are a lot of 3-wheeler inline tandems available - check out Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for example they provide stability and quick steering. They are often folded down to the size of a single buggy which is useful when you have trouble storing it at home or have to lug it in and out of the car when you travel on public transport.

It's important to keep in mind that a wide double buggy will feel bulkier and heavier than a single buggy that is smaller, so make sure you're getting what you need before you buy. It will be utilized on buses, trains and subways often, so it must be easy to manage and use. You may need to juggle the car seat on and off when taking your child to school or the nursery.

From your birth, you are a suitable candidate

Whether you're expecting twins or have another child after your first, you're likely to require an appropriate pushchair for the entire family. Double buggies are generally a bit heavier, bulkier and cost more than single strollers double. However, they can also be easier to maneuver in narrower doorways or around obstacles like curbs. They are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or as an accessory purchase) which means you can carry three children at the same time.

Tandem pushchairs put one child in the front of the other, and they're generally a better option for families with two children who are similar in age to function well. They're not foolproof. Siblings who are sitting side-by-side could punch or kick one another and children with different heights may fight over who sits higher. This problem can be solved by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat at the back. Your older child will not be sitting at the bottom of the car and won't have much of an eye.

The iCandy Wave is a great choice for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot and an older child in the main seat. It features an innovative frame that increases in size when you add a second child seat. It can also fold flat for compact storage. The cushioned seats, straps and buckles are all of the best quality we have seen in any of our tests. The seats can be reclined independently and the canopies are large and generous with UPF 50+ protection and windows that peek out.

The only drawback to the iCandy tandem is that it's a bit costly. However, a quality tandem will last for a long time and will have the highest resale value, so at the end of the day you'll likely recover some of the cost. It also doesn't offer the same variety of seating configurations as others of our top choices, but the iCandy is a good option for families who don't want to spend a fortune.