Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
Parents who are willing to spend a little more can buy a high-quality tandem stroller that will last for years and keep its price for resales. The Uppababy Vista V2 model is a top-rated stroller that can be converted to one. It also comes with a second seat called the RumbleSeat which allows for greater flexibility.
It has a decent recline seat, a big canopy with UPF protection 50+ and peekaboo window. It's also compact and folds up easily.
Budget
A double buggy can be a lifesaver for parents with two kids. It will not cost a lot. It is important to consider car seats or carrycots as well as the cost of the buggy itself but there are plenty of alternatives available that won't cost a fortune.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is a great choice if you're looking to save money. It's priced at less than PS1,000 and can be used for twins or a baby and toddler, or even three kids with 'PiggyBack board' (which you purchase separately). It's the lightest tandem available. The footprint is similar to the footprint of a single pushchair, so it can easily be moved through doors and shopping aisles.
The iCandy Orange is another great option and is one of our top budget double buggies - it has 30 seating configurations and features soft suspension that makes light work of the kerbs. It can also be changed from a single to a double to grow with your family. It can even accommodate a third child at the back.
Style
You can still find some beautiful double buggies that are on a budget. Many of them look beautiful and are extremely durable. If you choose a reputable brand, they'll have a good resale value.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the best budget double strollers available. It comes in a variety of colours and is really attractive to see. It can also be used as a triple buggy by adding the UPPA's 'PiggyBack' board. It can hold twins, a toddler and the baby or child in a car seat for infants. This is an extra-large buggy that is perfect for city use. It has a slim frame that can fit through the majority of doors and handle shopping aisles and trains.
Another popular option is the iCandy Peach. It's a light-weight option that is priced at less than PS300, including the adaptors for carseats. It can be used as one seat and comes with some great features such as a large, spacious basket, front suspension and UPF 50+ shades with the ability to peek out of the window. There's also a cup holder for one parent, and the seats can be positioned to face each other, or be positioned away from eachother.
Double buggies that are side-by-side cost more but are usually more easy to push than other models. They can be quite wide however, so they may not fit through narrow doors and are usually best suited for older children who want to be seated facing each other. The Mountain Buggy Duet has one of the tiniest sides-by-sides on the market.
Sites like Rebelstork offer some of the most popular double strollers for sale at affordable prices. They have new and old models, as well as open boxes and overstocks. You can try them before purchasing. They have a trade in scheme that allows you to receive a discount on the purchase if you decide to that you want to upgrade.
Convenience
The Joie Evalite Duo pushchair is an excellent choice if you are on a budget but still want to accommodate your children (and don't mind the slightly larger size). It's easy to fold, lightweight and easy to drive. It offers ample storage for two children, generous UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, reclining seats which are easy to adjust and an innovative brake lever on the handlebar. All this at a price well lower than PS1000.
If you need a cheap double stroller that can also accommodate infant car seats such as the iCandy Orange Wave is another excellent option. Its slick frame expands widthways to accommodate two seats or a single stroller seat with a bassinet option. It can even accommodate up to three children when you add on UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' running board for older children (you buy it separately).
The seat and carrycot feature side-by-side positioning, meaning your children can see each other, and you'll have an eye on them, meaning there's less chance of mistaking them. It's also the tiniest available. This means it can fit through most doors and be maneuvered around corners with ease. It's heavy and long to push in double mode, and isn't as efficient as other best-value double buggies on rough or uneven terrain.
This is a great mid-range option and our top-rated double buggy. It's light and has a convenient shopping basket and can accommodate 2 child car seats or one baby seat as well as the toddler seat. It comes with a comfortable seat with big wheels on the back that are able to be more robust than some of our less compact models. It folds down into a compact self-standing form and comes with a handy strap for carrying. It's not as big or as high-quality as other top-quality doubles, however it's a great price overall.
Safety
When purchasing a double stroller, you should check that it is in compliance with all the necessary safety standards. The safety straps and how the seats adapt to your child's needs are important. Also, check if the seats are reclined in different positions for different ages. Find tandem double stroller as well as pockets and other accessories you might need, like sunshades and rain covers.
If you're going to be using the buggy mainly around town or on public transport, ensure whether it is light and easy to move. You'll also want to think about the weight of the buggy when it's fully loaded and whether it is able to be folded and fitted in your car boot. If you are planning to use the buggy in smaller villages or towns, be sure that the wheels well-gripped and are able to traverse narrow roads and doorways.
There are many types of double buggies, but the most popular is the side-by-side model. They are longer and harder to push, but they offer the advantage of both children being capable of seeing. They can also be quite pricey.
Tandem buggies are a different option and have the kids placed next to one another. This can be more comfortable for older children, however it does mean that the buggy is less stable than a side by side. It can also be difficult to fit them through narrow doors, and it can be difficult to maneuver between kerbs.
The iCandy Peach is one of the most popular double buggies, and is a stylish bit of kit that has many unique features. It has a built-in board for a ride-on, "cinema seating" and 30 different seating options. It even accommodates a third child. It is lightweight, has a good suspension, and can be converted from a single to a double-seater with the purchase of supplementary seats.
If you're looking for a more sleek double buggy the Mountain Buggy Duet is an excellent choice. It is the tiniest double buggy available and its footprint is similar to that of a single-buggy. It offers several configurations so that both children can be able to view the world around them. There is an attractive handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. It can also take two infant car seats with the addition of an adapter.