Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
A little more money spent on a tandem stroller will ensure that it lasts for many years and is still worth its price. The Uppababy Vista V2 is a top-rated model that converts to a single stroller and comes with an additional seat and a RumbleSeat, that adds versatility.
It offers a comfortable recline for the seat, as well as a huge canopy with UPF protection 50+ and a peekaboo view. It's also small and folds up easily.
Budget
A double buggy can be a lifesaver for parents with two children. It isn't expensive. You'll need to factor in car seats or carrycots, as well as the price of the buggy, but even then there are some fantastic options on the market that won't break the bank.
A great option if you want to keep costs down is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 - it's an amazing value for money at less than $1000 and can accommodate twins, one baby and one toddler or three children (with a 'PiggyBack' board, which you buy separately). It's the tiniest tandem available. The footprint is similar to the one of a single pushchair, so it can easily be moved through doors and shopping aisles.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are another great option. It comes with 30 different seating configurations, and soft suspension to make kerbs easy. double pram and pushchair is also able to be changed from a single to a double so that it grows with your family. You can even put a third child at the back.
Style
If you're on a tight budget it is possible to purchase some gorgeous double buggies. Many of them are designed to look beautiful and are extremely durable too. If you select a well-known brand, they will also have a good resale value.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the best budget double strollers that are available. It comes in a range of colours and is really elegant to take a look at. The UPPA 'PiggyBack Board' can be added to make it a triple buggy. It can be used to accommodate twins, a toddler and the baby or child in a car seat for infants. This is a great double buggy for city use as it has a slim frame that will fit through the majority of doors. It can also handle shopping aisles, buses and trains.
The iCandy Peach is another popular option. It is a light option and costs less than PS300 including the adaptors that are required to fit carseats. It can be used as an individual seat and comes with some nice features like a large spacious basket, front suspension and UPF 50+ shades with a peekaboo window. There's a great cup holder that is one-parent and seats can be placed to face one another or away from each other.
Double buggies with side-by-side seating are more expensive but are usually easier to push than other types. They aren't always wide and therefore may not be able to pass through doors with narrow openings. They are better suited for older children who would rather sit together. The Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the slimmest side-by sides on the market.
You can find a selection of the best cheap double strollers online on sites like Rebelstork. They offer open box and overstock items as well as brand new models so you can try before you purchase. They offer a trade-in program that allows you to receive a discount on the purchase if you decide to for an upgrade.
Convenience
The Joie Evalite Duo pushchair is a great choice if you are on a tight budget but still want to fit your children (and aren't averse to the slightly larger size). Our Lab experts like that it's light, smooth to drive, and can be folded in half in a few seconds. It has good storage for two children, a generous UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window, reclining seats which are easy to adjust, and a clever brake lever that is located on the handlebar. All this for a price below PS1000.
The iCandy Orange Wave double buggy is a good option when you're looking for a cheap double stroller that can accommodate infant car seats. Its sleek frame can be expanded to accommodate two seats or a single stroller seat with a bassinet option. It can even go up to three kids if you add on UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack running board for children who are older (you buy it separately).
The seat and the carrycot are placed in a row, so that your children will be able to see each one another and you can keep an eye on them. This reduces the chance of them being confused. It's also one of the slimmest side-bysides available and will fit through most doorways and can be steered easily around tight corners. It's a bit heavy and lengthy to push in double mode, and does not perform as well as some of the other best double buggies in rough or uneven terrain.
This is our top-rated double stroller. It's an excellent choice for a price that is mid-range. It's light and has an easy-to-use shopping basket and can take 2 child car seats or one baby seat and the toddler seat. The seat is comfortable and its large back wheels can cope with some rough terrain than the more compact models on our list. It folds down into a compact self-standing design and comes with a comfortable strap for transport. It's not as spacious or as high-end as other top-quality doubles, but it's a great deal.
Safety
Make sure that the double buggy meets all safety standards prior to purchasing it. The safety straps and how the seats adjust to the growth of your child are crucial. Also, check if the seats have different recline positions for each age group. Also look for a spacious storage basket and pockets and whether there are other accessories that are useful, like sunshades or rain covers.
If you're going to use the buggy mainly around town or on public transport, ensure whether it is light and easy to move. Also, consider the weight of the buggy when fully loaded and if it can be folded easily to fit into the car boot. If you plan to use the buggy in small villages or towns, be sure that the wheels sturdy and grippy enough to navigate through narrow streets and doors.
There are many types of double buggies, however the most well-known is the side-by-side model. They tend to be larger and more difficult to push, however they do offer the advantage of the children both having a view. They can also be quite pricey.
Tandem buggies allow the children to be positioned next each other. 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 can also be difficult to fit them into narrow doors and can be difficult to go up and down the kerbs.
The iCandy Peach is one of the top double buggies in sales and is a fashionable piece of kit with many unique features. It comes with a built-in board for a ride-on, "cinema seating" and 30 different seating options. It can even fit the third child. It's also lightweight and has a good suspension. It can be converted from single to double by the purchase of an additional seat.
Mountain Buggy Duet makes a excellent choice for those looking for a sleeker double buggy. It is the slimmest double buggy on the market and its footprint is similar to the footprint of a single buggy. It has a variety of configurations so that both children can see the world and there is an attractive handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. With the addition of an adapter, it can also fit two car seats for infants.