Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
A little more money spent on a tandem stroller will ensure it lasts for a long time and is still worth its price. double stroller with infant car seat is a top-rated model that can convert to a single and has another seat and a RumbleSeat which adds versatility.
It offers a decent recline for the seat and a good-sized canopy with UPF 50+ protection as well as peekaboo windows. It also folds easily and compactly.
Budget
A double buggy can be lifesaver for parents with two young children. It isn't expensive. You'll also have to think about the cost of car seats or carrycots, and the cost of the buggy. But even if you do, there are many options that won't break your bank.
A great option for those who want to keep costs down is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 - an amazing value for money at less than PS1,000 and can accommodate twins with one baby and one toddler or three children (with a 'PiggyBack' board that you can purchase separately). It's the slimmest side-by-side on the market and has the same footprint as a single pushchair so it's easy to maneuver through doors, shopping aisles, and public transportation.
The iCandy Orange is another great option and one of our favourite budget double buggies. It has 30 seating options and soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. 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
If you are on a tight budget you can still purchase some stunning double buggies. They are often designed to look great and are also very durable. You can also enjoy the best price for resales when you select a well-known brand.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the best budget double strollers on the market. It comes in a range of colors and is stylish to see. It can be used as a triple buggy by adding the UPPA's 'PiggyBack' board. It can be used with twins, a baby and toddler or the child in a car seat. This is an ideal double buggy for city use as it has a small frame that will fit through the majority of doors. It can also be used for shopping as well as trains, buses and other vehicles.
Another popular choice is the iCandy Peach. It is a light alternative that costs less than PS300 and includes the adaptors for carseats. It can also be used as an individual and comes with appealing features, including an expansive, wide shopping basket and front suspension, as well as UPF 50+ sunshades that have windows that peek out. There's a nice one-parent cup holder and the seats can be positioned to face each other or to separate from each other.
Double buggies that are side-byside cost more, but are less difficult to push. They can be quite wide however they might not fit through some narrow doors and are usually better suited to older children who prefer to sit in a row facing one another. The Mountain Buggy Duet has one of the tiniest sides-by-sides on the market.
Sites like Rebelstork offer 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 offer a trade-in scheme that lets you earn money off your purchase if you choose to for an upgrade.
Convenience
If you're on a tight budget, but still want a model that can accommodate your kids (and you're okay with a slightly bulkier pushchair), the Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice. Our Lab experts like it because it's light and easy to drive, and can be folded into a half-length in a matter of seconds. It offers ample 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 lower than PS1000.
If you need a cheap double buggy that can fit infant car seats such as the iCandy Orange Wave is another suitable option. Its sleek frame can be expanded to accept 2 seats or a single stroller seat with an optional bassinet. It can also accommodate up to three kids when you add on UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack running board for older children (you buy it separately).
The seat and carrycot have side-by-side placement, which means your children can 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 which means it will pass through most doors and be easily maneuvered around tight corners. However, it does feel heavy and long to push when it's in double mode, and does not perform as well on uneven or rough terrain as some of our other best-value double buggies.
This is a great mid-priced option and our top-rated double buggy. It is lightweight, has an integrated shopping basket and it can accommodate two child car seats, or one baby and a toddler. It has a comfortable seat and large wheels on the back that can handle rougher terrain than some of our more compact models. Plus, it folds into a compact, self-standing shape and has a convenient carry strap that makes it easy to transport. It's not as spacious or as well-made as some of the best-value doubles, but it's a great price overall.
Safety
Check that the double buggy meets all safety standards prior to buying it. This includes the safety straps, how the seats adjust as your children get older and if they are equipped with different recline positions to match their age. Also, look for a large storage basket with pockets and whether there are other accessories that could be useful, like sunshades, rain covers.
If you are planning to use the buggy mostly in the city or on public transportation, you should make sure it is lightweight and easy to move. Also, you should consider the weight of the buggy when fully loaded, and whether it is able to be folded and put in the car boot. If you plan to use the buggy in smaller villages and towns, make sure that the wheels are well-grip and that they can traverse narrow roads and doorways.
There are a myriad of double buggies, but the most popular is the side-byside model. They are more hefty and difficult to push, but they offer the advantage of both children being capable of seeing. double stroller with infant car seat can also be expensive.
Tandem buggies are an alternative and have the kids placed side-by-side. This can be more comfortable for older children, but it does mean that the buggy is less stable than a side-byside. It can also be difficult to fit them through narrow doors and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs.
The iCandy Peach is one of the top double buggies in sales and it 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 configurations. It can even fit the third 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.
Mountain Buggy Duet makes a great choice for those looking for a more streamlined, double buggy. It is the tiniest side-by-side on the market and has the same footprint to one buggy. It has a variety of configurations to allow both children to be able to explore the world. There's also an easy handbrake on an adjustable handlebar. It can also be used with two infant car seats with the addition of an adapter.