A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs

This is the double stroller you need if you want a lightweight stroller that is easy to push with one hand. It's also simple to transport up and down the stairs.

It has two fixed seats and offers up to 30 seating configurations (including a triple!). Both seats have UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows.

Size

The Joovy Kooper X2 is a side-by-side double stroller that can hold two children up to 50 lbs each. The seats are bigger than similar strollers that are lightweight and the canopies feature large SPF 50 sunshades with peekaboo windows. Other notable features include a self-standing bin with a capacity of 25 lbs cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars to help kids get in and out of their seats. It is a great choice for suburban and urban families. It is also newborn ready with a double kit that includes the newborn's wedgie to ensure the best position to lie flat.

Weight

The weight of a double buggy is among the most important factors that determine the ease to push. In general, a buggy that is light is easier to lift and transport, but may not have enough suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.

Check the specifications of each model carefully before you purchase. Certain double infant stroller buggies come with an upper limit on the weight of the seats while others have an overall frame limit. Some double buggies are able to be folded with the seats removed, which makes them lighter and more compact. This is a great option in cases where you have limited storage space.

Tri-fold doubles are generally the lightest of models, since they only require a single hand to lift the top and bottom sections. They're also narrower than side-by-side buggies, making them a good choice to fit through doors. The iCandy Geo 3 tri-fold double is one of most lightweight on the market. It can comfortably fit twins, or a toddler and baby.

Tandem buggies are great for families with growing children since they begin as a single stroller and can be adapted to accommodate a second seat or car seat, or carrycot. Some, like the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, so they can grow along with your family, even up to a 3rd child. They tend to be heavier than tri-fold doubles, but they're generally easier to move between kerbs due to the weight being evenly distributed.

Folding

The best double strollers small double buggies fold up easily, in a matter of minutes. Our Lab experts love this feature as it helps them fit the buggies into the back of their vehicles and free up storage space when not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example comes with straps that can be pulled up on the seats and then the whole thing folds down. Even our oldest testers were able to do the tri-fold with only one hand.

The light Delta Children LX Side by Side is another great option for a small double buggies. Its light weight is a plus but also the features it comes with big pop-out canopy that include SPF 50 protection and a windows that peek out at you and swing-away bars that help children get into and out of their seats; and reclining chairs and leg rests for little ones.

Manoeuvrability

When selecting a compact double stroll, it's important to consider its maneuverability. This includes the ease for both children to travel in the buggy. Some pushchairs are better than others and include the iCandy's "cinema chair" (where the back is elevated).

The narrow tandem buggies are excellent at this as can side-byside designs. Buggies with this type of design can be a little longer and may be difficult to get through doorways.

The UPPAbaby Vista 2 pushchair is an excellent example, since it's a small model that has two seats in addition to the most important thing is the pillion board, which can be used to accommodate a third child.

Other smaller, three wheeled models, such as the phil&teds Dot are also extremely agile. This is particularly evident with its innovative "dot kit" which transforms it into an inline buggie. It has two different seating options for children of various age groups, and the front seat can be rotated so that it faces the parents to create an intimate bonding experience. It also comes with a storage basket and is easy to fold. This is a great choice for families with growing children.

Comfort

Parents can keep both children within sight at the park, in the grocery store or anywhere else with narrow tandem buggies, or side-by-side buggies. These lightweight doubles can hold two children of up to 50 pounds each and come with large pop-out canopy, which extends far enough to offer real shade, with peekaboo windows and padded leg rests for little ones to sit back and relax. The doubles also feature a single parent cupholder and a reversible cupholder on the seat back. They also have an enormous underseat storage basket.

If you're beginning with an expanding family, consider adding the double kit from phil&teds to your dot buggy to transform it into an inline double perfect for newborns & toddlers alike. The clever 3-wheel design allows for easy kerb popping and superior maneuverability, while the sling seat is a great option for newborns to bond with their parents. You can easily swap out the seat for an infant car adapter when your children grow older. You're now ready for your next adventure with luxurious travel bag and rain cover!