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Choosing a Double pushchair twin (click to read)

You'll require a double stroller to take your twins from A to B. Our range of twin prams includes twin buggies that are able to be set up in various ways to meet your requirements.

Choose a stroller that folds in a single step and is easy to carry into your boot. You may also prefer a lightweight design that's easy to navigate and manoeuvre especially if you have busy high streets to navigate.

Side-by-Side

These are the most common type of double pushchair that usually can accommodate two children side-by-side. They're generally larger than single pushchairs. This can make them less able to maneuver on footpaths. It is also difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs when the car seat is in place. However the extra width can mean that they're generally easier to navigate through doors and are distributed more evenly making them more comfortable on your back.

They can be used as a twin pram from the beginning and a lot of models can be used with a carrycot or two car seats. Some models can be converted into one mode by adding an additional basket (like the Cybex Venus).

One of the best examples of this is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 which, in twin pushchairs Mode, allows you to fit the rear seat and carrycot side by side. This allows you to create an enclosed twin space and is perfect for newborns. The pram comes with amazing accessories, like the newborn cocoons that can be positioned either facing towards the front or in any direction (for twin-facing prams). It's not as light as some other options, but it's really cleverly thought out.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for its ingenuity and this pushchair that converts from a single to a double is no exception. The frame can be enlarged to accommodate a second seat. It is possible to use the pushchair car seat as twins from birth by adding two newborn cocoons, each costing PS59. These cocoons create enclosed lie-flat spaces. The large shopping basket behind the seat can be used in mono mode for one child. And it has a rear and front suspension to tackle bumps and uneven surfaces more easily. Our reviewers selected this car as their top choice.

Available in a range of elegant colors.

Tandem

If you plan to have twins you will require a tandem pushchair. This will allow both children to sit together and interact with each one another. They are ideal for trips to the zoo as the children can watch the animals together. They are also ideal for parents who need to watch both their toddler and baby simultaneously.

Some tandem pushchairs offer extreme versatility as they can change back to single mode. This is especially useful if you're planning to have more than two children (or only your oldest child is no longer a need for a buggy). This will save you from having to store a buggy empty, which can be expensive.

The Cybex Venus, for example is a model that can be used in double or mono mode. Its frame expands to accommodate a second seat. This isn't the heaviest of pushchairs, however it comes with a large basket for shopping that is placed behind the front seat when in double mode (and behind the seat in mono mode). The seats can either be placed so that they face one other or higher up to observe what each is doing.

Some double tandem pushchairs like the Joolz Geo 3, are able to seat one above the other or side by side. They feature a sleek, compact frame that makes it easier to maneuver through doors and supermarket aisles, and some models can be used as a jogging or stroller newborn on rough terrain due to a four-wheel suspension as well as wide rear wheels.

Another benefit of a tandem pushchair is that it can often include two carrycots, or a car seat, and buggy seat. This allows you to build a travel system from the beginning and save money on separate purchases. It is important to remember, however, that tandems are heavier and longer than single pushchairs and may feel less stable when in bumping into kerbs or over uneven surfaces. These pushchairs must also be dismantled to fit in cars.