Buying a Tandem Double Buggy
A tandem double buggy could be a great option if you have twins, or children who are close in age. They're smaller than side-by-side buggies and are ideal for maneuvering tight spaces such as doors, on public transport and on rough terrain.
Some can be converted into travel systems that can take two carrycots or child car seats. They are often heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.
Convertible
If you're looking for a convertible single-to-double stroller or want to add a second seat to an existing one, there's several options available. The Vista V2 from UPPAbaby is large, gorgeous stroller that easily converts from a single model to double by adding the rumble seating (available separately). It is more expensive and less maneuverable due to the fact that the second seat is positioned in front of the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice, but it lacks storage underneath the seat when it is used as a double stroller.
Other options include twin buggies that have all-terrain wheels, and joggers with fixed wheels that can be used to carry two kids. These tend to be more expensive, but they're made for long-distance trips over rough terrain and can have a higher resale value.
Reclining seat recline independently
If you're looking for a double buggy that can transport children of various ages then you're going to want one that has independent seat recline for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to rest in the back while the baby is in the bassinet and vice versa.
Take into consideration the width of your pushchair and consider how easy it is for you to navigate through doors and public transport. If your doorways are very narrow, you might be considering a side-by-side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller, but can still accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.
Tandem buggies are typically longer than side by side models, making them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However, they can accommodate more combinations of car seats/car seats/seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of various ages. They are also more expensive than single-to double buggies, but are worth the investment if you intend to keep it for a long time and will retain a decent amount of resale value should you decide to sell it off when your children are out of it.
lightweight twin buggy allows you to place your child in an ideal position for naps or to observe. This is particularly important if you have a child younger than in the rear seat who will want to lie back and take a snooze while the older child wants to sit and observe their surroundings.
Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline fully to a position that is almost flat, perfect for newborns. For instance the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline the toddler seat included and the add-on RumbleSeat into multiple positions to give your kids a a choice of where they will sit, and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows.
More spacious than twin buggies
They are perfect for siblings with different ages, and you can move around without worrying about your children touching. They're usually a bit larger too with one seat placed behind the other, and typically offering a fully-flat recline for babies (or a more upright position for toddlers).
Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular option. It has the slimmest design of the two-in-ones on the market and a footprint that is like one stroller. It comes with an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push and a handbrake that can be useful on hills that are steep. It can be used from birth and is compatible with a range of car seats and carrycots, meaning it makes an excellent travel system.
Another alternative is the iCandy Wave, which has a simple one-click to fold and is able to be used in mono or duo mode. The frame's clever design expands in width to accommodate the second chair and can be used to accommodate up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it an ideal option for older siblings who would like to be seated together. It's a bit longer than other models, but it isn't heavy and has a soft suspension for curbs.
There are also a variety of 3-wheeler tandems inline available - check out Phil and Teds' inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for instance they offer stability and swift steering. These can often be folded into a single buggy in case you have a small space at home or need to transport it from the car to the bus.
Be aware that a double wide buggy is more heavy and more bulkier than one compact buggy. Be sure you know what you want prior to making a buy. It will be used on buses, trains, and subways frequently so it must be easy to manage and use. You may need to juggle the car seat while taking your child to school or to nursery.
The best time to start is when you are born.
If you're expecting twins or you have a child following your first, you're going to require a stroller that can accommodate the whole family. Double buggies are typically a bit heavier, bulkier and cost more than single strollers, but they can also be more maneuverable in narrower doorways or around obstacles such as curbs. They are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or as an accessory purchase) so you can transport three children at the same time.
Tandem pushchairs seat one child in the front of the other, and they're usually a better option when you have two children that are close enough in age to get along well. They're not 100% secure. Siblings sitting side-by-side can punch or kick one another and children of different heights can fight over who is sitting higher. This issue can be resolved by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat in the rear. Your child's older one will not be seated on the bottom of the car and won't get much of an eye.
double buggy with carrycot is a good option for parents who are looking for an adjustable double buggy that can be converted into a carrycot that can accommodate both infants and an older child. It has a clever frame that expands widthways when you add the second seat. It folds flat to make it a compact storage. The padded seats are comfortable, the straps easy to fasten, and the buckles some of the most impressive we've seen in any of our tests. Both seats can recline independently and the canopy is spacious and large with UPF 50+ protection and windows that peek out.
The only downside of the iCandy is that it's a bit on the expensive side but a high-quality tandem will last for a long time and maintain its resale value. So you'll probably recoup some of the cost over the long term. The iCandy doesn't have the same seating options as our other top choices. It's nevertheless a good option for families who don't wish to spend a lot of cash.