Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
Parents who are willing to invest a bit more can get a high-quality tandem stroller that will last for a long time and will retain its price for resales. The Uppababy Vista V2 is a top-rated model that can convert to a single and has another seat, the RumbleSeat, that adds versatility.
It has a decent recline for the seat, as well as a huge canopy with UPF protection 50+ and a peekaboo view. It folds up easily and compactly.
Budget
A double buggy can be a lifesaver for parents with two young children. It will not cost a lot. You’ll also need to consider the cost of car seats or carrycots, and the cost of the buggy. However, there are many alternatives that won’t break the budget.
An excellent option if you want to keep costs low is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 which is an amazing value for money at under PS1,000 and can take twins, one baby and one toddler or three kids (with a ‘PiggyBack’ board that you purchase separately). It’s the slimmest side-by-side on the market and has an area that’s as big as a single pushchair. This means it’s easy to maneuver through the doorways, shopping aisles and public transport.
The iCandy Orange is another great alternative and one of our most affordable double buggies. It has 30 seating options and soft suspension that allows for easy work of the kerbs. It can also be converted from single to double, so that it can grow with your family. You can even put an additional child in the back.
Style
If you’re on a budget you can still purchase some gorgeous double buggies. They are often designed to look stunning and are also very durable. You can also enjoy an excellent resale price when you select a well-known brand.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the best budget double strollers available. It comes in a variety of colours and looks elegant. It can be used as a triple buggy by adding the UPPA’s ‘PiggyBack’ board. It can be used with twins as well as a toddler and baby or children in a car seat. This is a perfect double buggy for city use as it has a narrow frame that can be pushed through the majority of doors and handle shopping aisles, buses and trains.
Another option that is popular is the iCandy Peach. This is a lightweight option that is priced at less than PS300 with the adaptors for carseats. It can be used as an individual seat and comes with several nice features, including a large spacious basket, front suspension and UPF 50+ shades that have a windows that peek out. There is a nice cup holder that is one-parent and seats can be placed to face each other or away from each other.
Double buggies that are side-by-side cost more, however they are much easier to push. They may be wider, so they may not pass through doors that are narrow. They are more suitable for older children who prefer to sit and stand double stroller together. The Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the slimmest side-by sides on the market.
You can find some of the most affordable double twin strollers for newborns online on sites like Rebelstork. They offer open box and surplus items as well as new models so you can try before you purchase. They have a trade in scheme that lets you get money off your purchase if you decide for an upgrade.
Convenience
The Joie Evalite Duo pushchair is an excellent choice if you are on a budget but still want to be able to accommodate your children (and aren’t averse to the slightly larger size). Our Lab experts like that it’s light and easy to drive, and can be folded in just a few seconds. It has good storage for two children, a generous UPF 50+ canopy that has a the ability to peek out, reclining seats which are easy to adjust, and an innovative brake lever on the handlebar. All this at a price well below PS1000.
If you’re looking for a budget double stroller that can also accommodate infant car seats, the iCandy Orange Wave is another good choice. Its sleek frame can be expanded in size to accommodate two seats or one stroller seat with a bassinet that can be added. You can carry up to three children using the UPPAbaby ‘PiggyBack,’ a running board for older children (which is available separately).
Seat and carrycot are positioned on opposite sides, which means your children can see each one another and you will be able to keep an eye on them. This decreases the chances of them being confused. It’s also the thinnest available. This means it can fit through most doors and can be maneuvered around corners that are tight. However, it does feel heavy and long when in double mode. It also isn’t as effective on uneven or rough terrain as some of our other best-value double buggies.
This is our top-rated double running stroller stroller. It’s a great choice for a price that is mid-range. It’s light, has an integrated shopping basket, and it can be used with two car seats for children or one toddler and one baby. It comes with a comfortable seat and large wheels on the back that can handle rougher terrain than our more compact models. It folds down into a compact self-standing design and comes with a handy strap for transport. It’s not as spacious or high-quality as other best-value doubles, but it’s an excellent value.
Safety
When buying a double buggy you must ensure that it is in compliance with all the necessary safety standards. The safety straps as well as the way in which the seats adapt to your child’s needs are vital. Also, ensure that the seats have different recline positions for each age group. Also look for a spacious storage basket with pockets and whether there are any other items that could be useful, such as sunshades or rain covers.
If you’re going to be using the buggy mostly around town or on public transport, ensure that it is lightweight and easy to move. You’ll also want to take into consideration the weight of the buggy once it’s fully loaded and whether it is able to be folded and put in the car boot. If you drive the buggy a lot in small towns or villages ensure that the wheels have plenty of grip and are able to navigate the narrow roads and doorways.
There are many different types of double buggies and side-by-side models are the most well-known. They tend to be larger and more difficult to push, however they offer the benefit of both children being able ready to grow double stroller see. These can be quite expensive.
Tandem buggies are another option and these have the children placed side-by-side. This is a more comfortable option for older children, but it also means that the buggy is less stable than a side-byside. It can also be difficult to fit them through narrow doors, and it can be difficult to go up and down the kerbs.
The iCandy Peach is one of the most popular double buggies, and is a stylish bit of kit that has numerous unique features. This includes a built-in riding board with a cinema seating option and 30 seating configurations. It can even accommodate an additional child! It is light and has a great suspension and can be converted from a single to a double seat with the purchase of supplementary seats.
If you are looking for an easier to maneuver double buggy, the Mountain Buggy Duet is an excellent choice. It is the thinnest side-byside available and comes with a footprint that is similar to a single buggy. It offers several configurations so that both children are able to see the world and there is a neat handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. It can also take two infant car seats by means of an adapter.