How to Choose the Best Double Strollers
If you're taking an easy stroll or taking on your morning jog with the children, a double stroller can make life with twins or two kids of different ages much easier. What are the best options to choose from the numerous options available?
Our latest team member, Kerry, got her stroller's feet wet when she tried it out with this expandable model that allows you to alter the seating configuration for different needs.
Safety
Your stroller should be safe no matter if you're out running errands with your kids, going to the zoo, or going trick-or-treating. It's important to have sturdy frames with comfortable harnesses, a comfortable and comfortable handle for toddlers. It should also be able to fit through doors and be easy to move and fold. It should also be reasonably priced.
We put every double stroller we reviewed through rigorous tests in our lab, at the zoo, on city streets, and during family outings in suburban areas. Our lab tests assess a stroller's maneuverability and stability as well as ease of steering and handling, suspension comfort for the driver and the rider the weight capacity, seat canopy heights, and storage space.
We ask parents to provide feedback on each model, in addition to the standard safety check performed by our team. We then take into consideration all of this information when making our recommendations.
Start with our top picks if you're looking for an excellent stroller that is safe and durable. all terrain double stroller are flexible and can be used for infant car seats. They're available in tandem or single stroller configurations, and they're suitable for children from birth to elementary school.
The top double strollers are made to grow with your family. They're stylish and sleek they can be fitted with many different customization options and can accommodate toddlers and infants in a tandem or side-byside (single-file) seating styles. Many also have a large storage basket as well as a telescoping handlebar and one-handed folding mechanisms.
Consider a tandem stroller with a bench seat at the back for a third child, if you have twins or a child of similar age. They're a great choice for siblings who want to interact with each other, but may not be in a position to sit next to each other in a stroller with a side-byside feature and end with fighting or arguing. There are convertible models that allow you to remove the bench seat once your children are ready for the ride without a car seat.
Comfort
The top double strollers have comfortable child seats that are well-padded and supported. They also come with plenty of storage space, large footwells that can accommodate children's feet and legs and UPF 50+ sun-protection canopies that provide great sun protection. Seats should recline at an angle to ensure that children are comfortable. They should also include adjustable calf bar that allow parents to independently adjust the seat. The handlebars should be ergonomic and easy to move according to Alli Cavasino, a certified child-passenger safety technician. The handlebars should be close enough to the kids seats that you can reach them and hold on to them. If the handlebars are too far apart, you'll have a hard to maintain your balance and maintaining good posture when pushing them.
The ride should be smooth, even on rough or rocky surfaces. Some of the models we tested include shock absorbers to keep the ride stable. Some have rear and front suspension, which can reduce the amount of force needed to push them and improve your control over them. The wheels must be made of high-quality rubber with a sturdy tread that is able to withstand many years of wear and tear.
We searched for the most versatile double strollers that can be used from birth through toddlerhood and beyond. Some of the double strollers that we found can be converted into tandem strollers or side-by-side ones. One of them is the Uppababy Vista V2, can even be converted to an infant stroller with a single file. The model is three times more than our main tandem choice, but it's of higher quality and should last longer due to its sturdy materials.
The best double strollers are lightweight and maneuverable enough to use for long walks, errands, and trips to the zoo or park. They're generally larger than single strollers, and as such they may not be able to pass through narrow doors or in crowded aisles of stores. Some of them are more expensive than single-seaters, but that's normal since you get a lot more for your money. These models are suitable for both adults and children, and will expand with your family.
Convenience
If you're going to spend money on a double stroller, it must be easy to carry and store. The ideal stroller will be light and compact enough to fit into the trunk of your car, or the space at home. It should also be able navigate through rough terrain and take tight turns. Some of the top double strollers come with adjustable calf supports and seats that recline and offer UPF sun protection. The canopy should be big enough to fit two children. If you're worried about the sun glaring into their eyes, opt for the stroller with a peek-aboo window.
Your children's ages and stages will influence the kind of stroller you choose to be most suitable for your needs. Parents of twins may choose a convertible stroller which can hold two infant car seats at once, while families with a child who is older and a toddler might prefer side-by-side doubles. You'll also need to decide whether you'd like a stroller that can fit through narrow doors or in crowded aisles in grocery stores and can be used on planes.
In our Lab tests, we found that the majority of double strollers were easy to fold and carry. The majority of double strollers fold in a matter of one or two steps, and are small enough to fit in most compact cars. They're also designed to be stable when folded, which makes them much easier to put back together.
Some of the best double strollers feature convenient parent features like a one-parent cup holder and a large storage basket. Be sure to check if the stroller is equipped with locks on the front seat to prevent your child from escaping. Some strollers come with an universal adapter for car seats and can be converted into a single seat as your child grows.
The cost of some of the top double strollers is a bit expensive, but they usually have a higher build quality and resale value than cheaper models. They are also easier to maneuver and can withstand rough terrain such as city walkways or park trails.
Style
When parents are looking for a double-stroller, they're looking for more than just a means to carry their two children. They're looking for a lightweight stroller that is easy to move and has enough storage to grow with their children. Also, since they'll carry more weight than their peers so the stroller must be comfortable on the back and shoulders.
That's why the best double strollers are sleek, allow for a variety of options for customization, and be adapted to infant car seats for an effortless transition from baby to toddler. They can be used in tandem (single-file seating), side-by-side, and even light enough for jogging.
In addition to the size parents should also think about whether the double stroller can be able to pass through doorways or other tight spaces. Most of the models that we tested for our latest update can fit through doors that measure 36 inches wide.
Other aspects we take into consideration when evaluating the top double strollers are the speed and ease with which they fold and unfold, the size the cargo basket is, how comfortable the seats are and how adjustable the canopy are. We also consider how comfortable the seat straps and buckles are for children who sit in the stroller, and how easy it would be to adjust the height of the handlebars.
For instance our top option is the Uppababy Vista V2, is lightweight and has ample onboard storage for both children. It comes with a parent cup holder, seats that recline independently, and a large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. The padded straps for the seat and buckles are among the most comfortable we have found in our tests and we found the seat to be among the most simple to secure for children of all different ages.
If you aren't quite ready to buy a double stroller, Facebook Marketplace and second-hand-goods websites can offer used options in good condition for reasonable cost. Make sure you do your homework and look for signs of damage before purchasing.