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Finding the Best Twin Pushchair
If you have twins, or a baby pram and toddler, finding the best twin pushchair is crucial to keep them at ease on your journeys. These unique models are light and easy to set up, and have lots of features for your toddlers.
The egg2 is a sleek frame and can be used as a single or double buggy, bringing 2 seat/carrycots. It also has 5 reclining options to ensure maximum comfort and is ideal for rough terrain.
Side-by-Side
Twin pushchairs are a great option for parents looking to keep their children close and visible. They are also smaller than tandem strollers and easier to move around. However, they might not be able to pass through certain entrances and hallways, so it's essential to check the dimensions.
The most effective twin pushchairs that are side-by-side are made of durable materials and come with many features that will allow you to adjust them to your expanding family. They typically come with seats that recline to near-flat and can be adjusted to a variety of positions, including two lie-flat positions suitable for newborns. There's also plenty of storage for your gear and shopping. Some have a huge shopping basket that can be placed behind the seat in a parent-facing mode, giving you easy access to the things your children need during your outings.
The Mountain Buggy Duet is a excellent example of a side-by-side tandem pushchair. It's the tiniest tandem pushchair on the market and has a footprint comparable to a single buggy. It's also extremely light and easy to maneuver across different terrains. This makes it ideal for those who love to go on outdoor adventures. It has a huge canopy and UPF 50+ material to ensure maximum protection against the elements.
The Wave from Cybex is a fantastic twin pushchair that comes with an expanded frame width to accommodate the second seat. It can be used from birth as double babiie stroller (and can fit two carrycots or child car seats) and it also comes with a neat one click fold that our Lab experts are awestruck by. Our test subjects also found it to be very comfortable for children to ride in, and the seats are roomy with plenty of legroom.
The UPPAbaby Vist v2 is a popular option for families with two young toddlers or infants. It accepts two infant car seats and is designed to adapt to your child's needs since the two seats can be converted into a stand-and-sit configuration for older siblings. The seats also recline to nearly flat and have an enclosed cover that zips in for extra protection. The one-click folding is easy and the suspension assists it to take on bumps and bumps.
Lightweight
The Graco DuoRider is an extremely light twin pushchair with a simple fold that will not weigh down your vehicle. This side-byside buggy can accommodate two kids in comfort and features an easy one-hand fold that allows you to put it away in the smallest of spaces. It also boasts a durable steel chassis that is among the tiniest available, and can be expanded to accommodate twin seat(s) or a carrycot(s).
Reversible DuoRider Seats allow siblings to face eachother, you or an exciting world around them. Both the canopy and calf support, can be adjusted individually so that both children enjoy a relaxing ride. It is suitable for babies up to toddlers and fits through doors that are standard which makes it a great choice for twin mums.
The egg2 is a different double stroller that can be reversible, which is ideal for families with young kids. This stylish stroller that converts from single to dual can take 2 carrycots, or infant car seats, making it a great double buggy for infants and families that are growing. It comes with a large and spacious basket too, so you can easily fit all your essentials.
Consider a lightweight twin-pushchair with extras like sunshades or rain covers. This will make your life easier especially when you're traveling. Parents will also appreciate the convenience of cup holders and snack tray.
The Vista 2 from UPPAbaby is an elegant city buggy that is surprisingly lightweight and compact, making it ideal to navigate public transport and shopping aisles. It can be used to transport twins, toddlers, a baby or even three children with the help of a "PiggyBack board" (sold separately at a price of P120). It also has a front suspension for rougher surfaces. Its one-handed folding mechanism is incredibly convenient and our lab technicians love how fast it can be closed and opened. Plus, it has a generous basket and rear and front suspensions prams for sale better handling on rough terrain. The only drawback is that the fabric isn't as luxurious as some of the other strollers we've reviewed. It's a very affordable twin stroller.
Tandem
A tandem twin pushchair can be used by families with twins, larger families and even a combination of both. It is a single stroller that is able to hold two infant seats or carrycots. A lot of double travel systems utilize this type of design and are compatible with a range of car seats (although not all). This type of pushchair is usually larger than a side-by-side model but it is able to get through doors and on to public transport, particularly those equipped with a step-through frame. It can be less stable when bumping up kerbs due to its heavier weight. It could also require dismantling to fit into the car.
Some tandem buggy frames are also able to be used as singles, with a rumble seat added to the front, back or under. This is ideal for children of different ages. One such example is the iCandy Peach, which offers 16 seating options and an easy fold when it's not in use. The Joolz Geo is another smart option for city dwellers as is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 can be used with twins, or as a toddler and baby, with its "piggyback" feature added.
The iCandy Wave is also a fantastic twin pushchair. It can be used either as a single pushchair with a toddler in front, or as a double facing the parent with both children facing forward. It has a single-click fold and is compatible with a variety of car seats, although you'll need adapters for those that aren't manufactured by iCandy.
The Phil & Teds Sport tandem stroller is a sleek and stylish tandem stroller that has a narrow footprint. Its all-wheel suspension system and single swivel wheels on the front make it an excellent off-roader. This pushchair may not be as light as other models, but it's a budget option that comes with a lot of extras rival brands sell separately. The seat is also a good prams height for older kids to be able to sit comfortably.
Convenient
Twin strollers (sometimes called duo or tandem strollers) are perfect for families that need to transport two kids who are similar in age. Most twin strollers have side-byside seating, however some come with different configurations, allowing you to choose the most comfortable one for your family.
The Graco DuoRider, for example, has an easy fold that can be folded with one hand and comes with a variety of customisable comfort features that both children will love. You can adjust their recline, calf support and canopy to their liking, making this a convenient option for moms who want a simple, double pushchair.
It can take two car seats or carrycots and can be used in mono mode for smaller frames that are easier to maneuver through doors and on public transport. The iCandy Wave is popular with image-conscious parents and can be customised with a range of extras to fit your individual style.
Our lab experts liked the ease of install, with a clever frame that expands widthways and takes the seat units in and out by a single click. They also appreciated how spacious it was, with a deep shopping basket and front and rear suspension to ease the way over bumps and uneven surfaces. In twin mode, they found it to be a bit too long, and when using two carrycots or seats, both children must face forward, which could be a problem for other children.
The Joolz Urban Glide is another great option for jogging that can be adjusted for use with one or two children in car seats. It has a big canopy that can be extended to give adequate coverage and a peekaboo feature which children and parents alike will enjoy. It's a little heavier than other models, but our lab experts found it to roll smoothly and provided plenty of storage space in its undercarriage, though you'll need to buy additional accessories, such as sunshades or rain covers.