Ten Tandem Double Buggy That Will Actually Help You Live Better

Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy can be a great choice when you have twins or children who are close in age. They're smaller than side-by-side buggies, and ideal for maneuvering tight spaces such as doors, on public transport and on rough terrain.

Some are able to be converted into travel systems that can take two carrycots or child car seats. They are often heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair twin.

Convertible

There are many options for adding a second seat or changing a single stroller into double. The UPPAbaby V2 is large, beautiful stroller. It can be easily converted from a single to a double by adding the seating area with a rumble. It is more expensive and less maneuverable since the second seat is located in front of the first seat. The Nuna Demi Grow is a comparable model with great seating versatility but does not have storage under the seat when used in doubles mode.

Other options include twin buggies that have all-terrain wheels, and joggers with fixed wheels that can be used to carry two children. These are more expensive, but they are designed for long-distance trips over rough terrain and have a higher resale price.

Reclining seat recline independently

If you're looking for a double stroller which can accommodate children of various age groups, you'll require one with independent seat recliner for both seats. This will allow your older child to relax while the baby is in the bassinet and reverse.

Consider the width of your stroller, as this will determine how easy it is for you to navigate through doors and public transportation. If your doors are narrow, you may think about a side-by-side pushchair such as the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint that is similar to a single stroller but can still fit two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are generally slightly longer than side-by-side models, and aren't as easily maneuverable through kerbs and up and down, but they can accommodate a wider range of seat/carrycot/car seat combinations and are a great option for twins or siblings of different age. They also tend to be more expensive than single-to double buggies, but are a worthwhile investment if you plan to keep it for many years and will retain a decent amount of resale value should you sell it on when your children have grown out of it.

This feature allows you to put your child in an ideal position for naps or to observe. This is especially important when you have a child younger than in the rear seat, who will be inclined to lie down and sleep while the more mature child wants to sit up and look around their surroundings.

Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline into a position that is nearly flat, which is ideal for babies. For example the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline both the toddler seat included as well as the optional RumbleSeat to multiple positions, so your kids can have a choice of where to sit N stand Double stroller and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows.

More spacious than twin buggies

They are great for siblings with different age groups, and they allow you to get around without having to worry about your children touching. They're typically a bit larger with one seat positioned behind the other and providing a flat recline for infants (or a more upright position for toddlers).

Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular option. It has the slimmest design that is side-by-side, and a footprint that is similar to the footprint of a single stroller. It also has an adjustable handle, making it easier for parents of different heights to push and an adjustable handbrake, which can be useful when you have to climb steep hills. It is suitable for use from birth, and can be paired with a range of car seats and carrycots.

Another alternative is the iCandy Wave, which has a simple one-click to fold and can be utilized in a duo or mono mode. The frame's clever design expands in width to accommodate an additional chair and can be used with up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a great choice for older siblings that wish to sit together. It's a bit longer than other models, yet it's light to steer and comes with soft suspension that can handle kerbs.

There are a lot of 3-wheeler inline tandems available such as Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies for instance they provide stability and quick steering. They are often folded into the size of one buggie, which is helpful when you have trouble storing it at home or have to lug it in and out of the car on public transportation.

Be aware that a double-wide buggy is more heavy and bulkier than a single compact buggy. Be sure you know what you want prior to making a purchase. You'll be taking it off and on trains, buses and subways regularly so it needs to be simple to use and manage. You may also have to juggle it onto and off the car seat while taking your children to nursery or school so you'll need to be aware it's easy to maneuver in tight spaces.

From birth, you're a good candidate

You'll need a pushchair for your entire family whether you're expecting twins or you have another child after you've had your first. Double buggies are typically larger, heavier and more expensive than single strollers. However, they can also be more maneuverable through narrower doors or around obstacles such as curbs. Many double buggies are compatible with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an add-on). This allows you to carry three children simultaneously.

Tandem pushchairs put one child in the front of the other, and they're usually a better option for families with two children who are similar in age to get along well. They're not completely safe. Siblings sitting side-by-side can punch or kick one another, and children of different heights may fight over who sits higher. This issue can be addressed by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat to the back. Your child's older one will not be seated on the lowest part of the car and won't have much of an opportunity to see.

The iCandy Wave is a great alternative for parents who want an easy-to-use double buggy that converts to fit both a newborn in a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It features an intelligent frame that increases in size when you add the second child seat. It also folds flat for compact storage. The padded seats are comfortable, the straps are easy to secure and the buckles are among the best we've seen on any of our tests. The canopy is large in size with UPF 50+ protection, and the window is peekaboo. Both seats can recline independently.

The only downside to the iCandy tandem is that it's a bit expensive. However, a quality tandem will last you for a long time and will have the highest resale value, which means that in the end, you'll likely recoup a portion of the cost. The iCandy does not have the same seating configurations as our other top selections. However, it's a good option for families that don't want spend much money.