Buying a Cheap Double Buggy
Parents who are willing to invest a little more can buy an excellent tandem stroller that will last for years and will retain its price for resales. The Uppababy Vista V2 model is a top-rated stroller that can be converted into one. It also comes with another seat, called the RumbleSeat that allows for more flexibility.
It has a decent recline seat, a big canopy that has UPF protection of 50+ and a peekaboo window. It also folds easily and compactly.
Budget
A double buggy can be lifesaver for parents with two young children. It shouldn't cost a fortune. You'll have to take into account car seats or carrycots in addition to the price of the buggy however, there are some fantastic options 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 under PS1,000, and it can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler or even three children with a 'PiggyBack' board (which is purchased separately). It is the slimmest tandem available. The footprint is similar to the one of one pushchair, which means it can easily be pushed through doorways and shopping aisles.
The iCandy Orange is another great option and one of our top budget double buggies. It comes with 30 seating options and soft suspension that allows for easy work of the kerbs. It is also able to be converted from single to double to grow with your family. You can even put another child in the back.
Style
If you are on a budget it is possible to purchase some beautiful double buggies. Many of them look beautiful and are very durable. You can also enjoy an excellent resale price by choosing a reputable brand.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is one of the best double strollers on the market. It comes in a variety of colours and looks really elegant. It can be used as an extra triple buggy by using the UPPA's 'PiggyBack' board. It can accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or a child in car seats. This is an ideal double buggy for city use because it has a small frame that can be pushed through the majority of doors. It can also cope with shopping aisles, buses and trains.
Another popular choice is the iCandy Peach. It's a fantastic light option that is priced at less than PS300 including the adaptors required for carseats. double running stroller can also be used as one-person and has nice features such as an expansive, wide shopping basket, front suspension and UPF 50+ sunshades, with windows that can be seen from a distance. There is a nice cup holder with a single parent and seats can be set to face one another or to separate from each other.
Double buggies with side-by-side seating are more expensive but are generally more easy to push than other types. They can be quite big though so they might not fit through narrow doors and are usually more suitable for older children who want to sit in a row facing one another. The Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the slimmest side-by-sides on the market.
There are some of the best cheap double strollers for sale online on sites like Rebelstork. They offer open boxes and surplus items as well as brand new models so you can try before you buy. They offer a trade-in program that allows you to receive a discount on the purchase if you decide to that you want to upgrade.
Convenience
If you're on a budget but still want a model that can accommodate your kids (and you don't mind an extra-large pushchair) The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option. It folds easily, is light and smooth to drive. It also offers good storage for both children and adults, plus generous UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows, reclining seats that are easy to adjust, as well as a clever one-handed brake lever on the handlebar - all for a price point well below PS1000.
The iCandy Orange Wave double buggy is a good choice when you're looking for a cheap double stroller that can fit an infant car seat. Its sleek frame can be expanded in width to accommodate 2 seats or one stroller seat with a bassinet that can be added. You can take up to three kids with the UPPAbaby 'PiggyBack,' an exercise board for older children (which is available separately).
The seat and carrycot have side-by-side seating, meaning that your children can see each other and you'll be able to keep an eye on them, meaning there's less chance of mischance between them. It's also the tiniest on the market. This means it'll fit through most doors and can be maneuvered around corners that are tight. However, it feels heavy and long to push when in double mode. It also doesn't do 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's light and has a convenient shopping basket and can fit 2 child car seats or one baby seat and a toddler seat. The seat is comfortable, and its big back wheels can cope with a little more rough terrain than the smaller models on our list. It folds down into a compact self-standing form and comes with a handy strap for carrying. It's not as spacious or as well-made as some of the top-quality doubles, however it's an excellent value overall.
Safety
Make sure that the double buggy is safe before purchasing it. The safety straps and the way that the seats adapt to your child's needs are important. Also, make sure that the seats have different recline positions for different ages. Find a large storage basket along with pockets and other items you might find useful like sunshades and rain covers.
If you're planning to use the buggy mainly in the city or on public transport, make sure whether it is light and easy to move. You will also need to consider the weight of the buggy when fully loaded and whether it can be folded easily to fit in your car boot. If you intend to use the buggy in small villages or towns, be sure that the wheels are well-grip and that they can navigate through narrow streets and doors.
There are a myriad of double buggies. However, the most well-known is the side-by-side model. They are generally longer and more difficult to push, however they offer the benefit of each child getting a view. They can also be quite pricey.
Tandem buggies allow children to be positioned next each one. This can be more comfortable for older children, but it also means that the buggy is less stable than a side-byside. It can also be difficult to navigate narrow doors and up and down kerbs.
The iCandy Peach double buggies are one of the most loved and stylish models. It is unique in its features. It has a built-in board for riding on, "cinema seating" and 30 different seating options. It can even accommodate an additional child. It is lightweight, has a great suspension and can be transformed from a single to a double-seater with the purchase of additional seats.
Mountain Buggy Duet makes a excellent option for those looking for a sleeker double buggy. It is the slimmest double buggy available, and its footprint is comparable to that of a single-buggy. It offers several configurations so that both children can see the world, and it has a neat handbrake on the adjustable handlebar. With the addition of an adapter it can also fit two car seats for infants.
