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Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
A little more money spent on a tandem stroller will ensure it lasts for years and is still worth its price. The Uppababy Vista V2 is a top-rated model that is able to convert to a single stroller and comes with another seat that is called the RumbleSeat, that adds flexibility.
It has a decent seat recline, a large canopy with UPF protection 50+ and peekaboo window. It folds easily and compactly.
Budget
A good double buggy can be an essential item when you have two children in the car, and it will not cost a fortune. It is important to consider car seats or carrycots, as well as the cost of the buggy itself, but even then there are some amazing options available that won't break the bank.
A great option if you want to keep costs low is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 which is an incredible value at less than $1000 and can be used with twins or one baby, as well as one toddler or three kids (with the 'PiggyBack' board that you can purchase separately). It's the tiniest side-by-side that's available and has the same footprint as a single pushchair so it's easy to navigate doorways, shopping aisles and public transport.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are an alternative. It comes with 30 different seating configurations and soft suspension to make kerbs easy. It also converts from single-to-double so it'll grow with your family and can even accommodate a third child in the back.
Style
You can still find some lovely double buggies on an affordable budget. Many of them are designed to look beautiful and are extremely durable too. If you choose a well-known brand, they'll have a good resale value.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 double stroller is one of the most affordable double strollers on the market. It comes in a variety of colours and is really attractive to look at. It can also be used as a triple buggy by incorporating the UPPA's own 'PiggyBack' boards. It can hold twins, a toddler and a baby or a child in a car seat for an infant. This is a double buggy that's ideal for use in cities. It has a narrow frame that can fit through most doors and handle trains and shopping aisles.
The iCandy Peach is another popular option. It is a light option that is priced at less than PS300 including the adaptors required for carseats. It can be used as an individual seat and comes with some great features such as a large wide basket, front suspension, and UPF 50+ shades with windows that peek out. There's a great one-parent cup holder and the seats can be positioned to face one another or to be a distance away from one another.
Side-by-side double buggies cost more but are generally more easy to push than other models. They can be quite big however they might not fit through narrow doors. They are typically better suited to older children who want to sit facing each other. The Mountain Buggy Duet has one of the tiniest sides-by-sides on the market.
Sites like Rebelstork provide some of the top double strollers available for sale at reasonable prices. They have both new and older models, as well as open boxes and overstocks. You can test them before you buy. They have a trade in scheme that lets you receive a discount on your purchase if you choose to upgrade.
Convenience
The Joie Evalite Duo pushchair is a great choice if you are on a budget but still want to fit your children (and don't mind the slightly larger size). It folds easily, is lightweight and comfortable to drive. It also offers good storage for both kids, and UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; reclined seats that are simple to adjust, as well as a clever one-handed brake lever on the handlebar, all at a price point well below PS1000.
If you're looking for a budget double buggy that can fit infant car seats such as the iCandy Orange Wave is another good choice. Its sleek frame increases in width to accommodate two seats or one stroller seat with a bassinet that can be added. You can carry up to three kids with the UPPAbaby "PiggyBack," a running board for older children (which is available separately).
The seat and the carrycot are side-by-side positioning, meaning your children will be able to see each other and you can keep an eye on them, which means there's less chance of mischance between them. It's also one of the slimmest side-bysides on the market and will fit through most doorways and be easily maneuvered around tight corners. However, it feels heavy and long to push when it's in double mode, and isn't as effective on uneven or rough terrain like some of our best-value double buggies.
This is a great mid-priced option and our top-rated double buggy. It's light and has an easy-to-use shopping basket and can take two car seats for children or one baby seat as well as the toddler seat. It features a comfortable and spacious seat and big wheels on the back that can handle rougher terrain than some of our less compact models. It folds down into a compact self-standing form and comes with a convenient strap for carrying. It's not quite as spacious or luxurious as other high-end doubles but it's still an excellent value.
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When buying a double buggy make sure it meets all important safety standards. This includes the safety straps, how the seats can be adjusted to accommodate your growing children and whether they have different reclining positions to suit their age. Look for large storage baskets, pockets and any extras you might find useful like sunshades and rain covers.
If you're going to use the buggy primarily around town or on public transport, ensure that it is light and easy to maneuver. Also, think about how much it weighs when fully loaded and if it is easy to fold and fit into the car boot. If you are using the buggy a lot in small towns or villages check that the wheels have plenty of grip and that it can negotiate the narrow roads and doors.
There are many types of double buggies, however the most well-known is the side-by-side model. They are longer and harder to push but offer the advantage of both children being capable of seeing. They can be expensive.
Tandem buggies are an alternative and they have the children placed next to one another. This is a more comfortable option for older children, but it can mean that the buggy is less stable than a side-byside. It is also harder to get them through narrow doors and is hard work going between kerbs.
The iCandy Peach double buggies are one of the most loved and fashionable models. It is unique in its features. It comes with a built-in board for a ride-on, "cinema seating" and 30 different seating options. It can even fit an additional child. It is also lightweight, has good suspension and can be converted from a single seat to a double one with the purchase of an additional seat.
For those who want an easier to maneuver double buggy, the Mountain Buggy Duet is an excellent option. It is the slimmest double buggy that is available, and its footprint is similar to that of a single buggy. It has a variety of configurations so that both children can be able to view the world, and it has a neat handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. It can also be used with two infant car seats with the addition of an adapter.