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A double stroller is essential if you're expecting twins or if you have two children of the same age. The best strollers offer numerous ways for your children to ride, including side-by-side seating and the ability to attach a rider's board.
Lauren Ro, a writer and strategist, has a favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which adapts seamlessly as your family expands. It can fit two infant car seats and the toddler seat. This makes it a great option for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the ideal twin stroller for families that need a stylish, double buggy that converts to single side by side double stroller-byside stroller. It's a bit bulkier than the other Bugaboo models however, it is solid and built to last. It has a movable handlebar that can be extended and retracted easily. It has a long reach, so my husband who is 6'1", can easily push it, even when fully laden.
The seats are comfortable and can be positioned to have one child sit on top of the other or to have children facing each other. They can also recline in a different way from each other. The canopies are huge and cover both seat fabrics should you wish. However, they don't offer much ventilation so they can appear like a small oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window to view the children.
This stroller has an unique feature that allows it to grow with you and your family. It can go from one seat (Mono Mode) to the double side by side stroller. This is the only stroller that can be converted that can do this! It can be used in conjunction with the bassinet for infants or a car seat.
It is easy to maneuver on smooth surfaces and can handle slopes and steps with ease. It can be difficult to maneuver through crowded stores and restaurants. It is difficult to fold the seat back, especially if it's connected. It's still quite small, however, and does fit through most doors easily.
There is a storage bin that is attached to the frame, next to the front seat in mono mode. This is great for grocery shopping and other items. The main storage basket under the seats is large and can accommodate up to 100 pounds that is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista V2
This stroller is among the best twin strollers designed for newborns. It is compatible with a range of infant car seats and bassinets (adapters are sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller straight out of the box. It can even accommodate two bassinets or infant car seats at the same time when you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
Compared to the original Vista, the V2 has made a few improvements to make it better. The toddler seat is about an inch taller, the footrest has more space and the canopy has a zip-out fabric extender that gives extra coverage. The harness has also been updated and does not require changed out, making it simple to adjust.
The stroller has reasonably large wheels (8 in front and 11.5 in the back) with a sturdy suspension, so it is able to handle all kinds of terrain. The rubber wheels on the front are perfect for navigating rocks and gravel and the tread on the rear wheels is more suitable for sidewalks and grassy hills.
A child's bicycle can be connected to the front of the stroller. This is a great choice for parents who don't want to use an infant car seat. If you have a child old enough to stand then the Vista stroller can fit an additional child using its piggyback board accessory.
The Vista is easy to use and set up, however it does take some time to take it out of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow and there is also an YouTube video available should you require further assistance.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the latest version of this popular all-terrain stroller and it's made to attract modern families that value style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting upgrades with a built-in knee rest and updated reclined seat that offers unbeatable comfort for children who take long walks and jogging. Its sleek, agile design increases its maneuverability.
It is extremely light, making it easy to drive and swift to accelerate on the open road. Its suspension is able to cope with sudden changes in surface (such as pavement to grass) and the oversized tires provide enough traction for any terrain. It is able to easily climb kerbs and turn in tight spaces such as city streets. Even narrow sidewalks and parks with lots of people are no problem for it.
The new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that gives parents a great deal of comfort and ease. The huge canopy offers great sun protection, an easy peekaboo feature and a top-quality harness system and an integrated handbrake that is precisely adjusted. It offers plenty of storage space, including pockets on the seat as well as a huge cargo bag that can hold up to 15 lbs.
This Thule jogger includes a bassinet that is suitable for strolling babies, as well as a double version that can fit two children. It can be used with car seat adapters so you can use the infant carrier of your child, and it features a simple one-handed fold to make it easy to carry or put away. It's also a green choice that uses solutions-dyed fabrics with black color options to minimize the use of water.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for growing families and offers parents a variety of seating options to accommodate the preferences and needs of each child. The double stroller's two standard seats have reclining backrests and independent canopies. The seats are also designed to take Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the number one baby car seat that is rated the highest in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A comfortable 3-position handle accommodates mom or dad, and a rear zipper access basket offers plenty of storage space for your gear. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller provide a smooth ride across all terrains. The one-touch linked rear breaks when you tap it, making stopping simple.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high scores for ease of use. This metric is based on how easy it is to set up and fold the stroller and adjust the safety harness, open and close the snack tray, disengage and engage the brakes, and lift and carry the folded stroller like you would put it into a trunk, and for double strollers compatible install and take off an infant car seat.
The model has a few flaws. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded and puts it closer to the extreme end of our measurement. Additionally, it has limited visibility in the back seat when a car seat is installed. In addition, the front tray release can be difficult to operate, especially after long-term use. However, despite these issues, we consider this to be a great stroller to have for your family.
Jeep Double Pram Buggy Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - A lightweight, budget-friendly stroller ideal for families with 2 children. The front swivel-lock wheels turn to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces, and lock for stability on bumpy ones making it easy to get where you want to go. It also has a compact umbrella fold that closes in a matter of seconds, and it stands upright for easy transportation. Its aluminum frame is light, foam handles and straps for carrying make it one of the easiest-to-lift double strollers we tested.
This side-by-side stroller offers reclined seats that can be independently adjusted and foot rests for maximum comfort for both kids. The large canopy provides UPF 50 protection, and comes with a peekaboo view for easy monitoring. We'd like to see the canopy vented to let in more airflow however. We didn't like the fact that the cup holder sits quite high up on the frame. You'll have to bend down in order to reach it.
In our tipping test the Jeep fell over at 39 degrees of angle which is higher than average for a double stroller. It's also a bit heavier than our top picks but it offers plenty of storage space at a reasonable price and has a decent amount of padding on the seats and handle.
This stroller is multi-functional, and offers three modes. It can be used as a cart (for stuff) or the jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for children), or car seat mode. It can accommodate a single infant car seat. However, pediatricians suggest that you wait until your child is six months old to jog with them. It comes in black and has a limited lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist and parent for over 10 years. She has written about travel and food, shopping, technology and parenting. She's also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and 2-year-old twin daughters.