15 Pushchair Benefits You Should All Be Able To

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

If you have twins you'll need a double pushchair to take them from A to B. Our selection includes a variety of twin prams as well as double buggies that come in a variety of configurations to meet your family's requirements.

Choose a stroller which can be folded in one step, and easily put into your boot. You could also opt for an ultra-lightweight design, particularly when you're on busy high streets.

Side-by-Side

These are the most common type of double pushchair, and generally can seat two children in a row. They are generally wider than single pushchairs, meaning they're less agile on the footpaths and may be a little tricky to navigate through kerbs with a car seat attached. However, the extra width means that they're generally easier to navigate through doorways and are distributed more evenly making them easier to carry around on your back.

They can be used as twin prams from birth, and many models can accommodate a carrycot or two car seats. Some can even be converted to a single mode with the basket (like the Cybex Venus).

One of the most impressive examples of this is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 which, in Twin Mode, allows you to put the rear seat and a carrycot side-by-side. This allows you to create an enclosed twin room and is perfect for newborns. The pram also comes with a number of very cool accessories, such as the newborn cocoons which can be positioned to face either way (for twin-facing prams) or facing towards the front (for a normal single). It's not as light as other options but it is very well thought out.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for its innovative pushchairs, and the single-to double is no exception. Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and you can use it as a twin from birth by incorporating the addition of two infant cocoons (PS59 each) that create enclosed lie-flat spaces for infants. It can also be used in a mono mode with one child, thanks to a large shopping basket that sits behind the seat. It comes with front and rear suspensions which means it can take on bumps and uneven surfaces more easily. Our reviewers selected this car as their top choice.

Available in a variety of stylish colors.

Tandem

If you are planning to have twins you will require a tandem pushchair. This allows the children to sit together and look at each other. They are ideal for trips to the zoo as the children can observe the animals together. They're also ideal for parents who must keep an eye on their toddler and the other on their child since they can look at both of them at the same time.

Some tandem pushchairs are extremely adaptable, since they can be converted to single mode. This is particularly useful if you're planning to have more than two children (or only your oldest child is no longer a need for a buggy). This means that you won't have an empty pushchair sale that you need to store away which can be expensive.

For instance, the Cybex Venus can be used in double or mono mode, and features a clever frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat. It's not the lightest of pushchairs, however it comes with an enormous shopping basket that is placed behind the front seat in double mode (and behind the seat in mono mode). The seats can either be set up in a way that they face each opposite or higher up to observe what each is doing.

Double tandem pushchairs, such as the Joolz Geo 3, are capable of seating one over the other or side-by-side. The slim, sleek frame makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and supermarket aisles. Some models can be used on uneven terrain or as a jogging path due to their large rear wheels and four-wheel suspension.

A tandem travel pushchair can be used to carry two carrycots or a car with a buggy seat. This allows you to build an entire best travel pushchair system from the beginning and save money on additional purchases. Be aware that tandems are heavier and longer, and can appear less stable when bumping into kerbs or navigating uneven surfaces. They also require dismantling in order to fit into cars.