Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin
When you have twins, you’ll need a double pushchair in order to get them from A to B. Our range includes twin prams as well as buggies that can be set up in various ways to meet your needs.
Choose a stroller that folds with one step and is easy to carry into your boot. You might also want a lightweight design, especially in high traffic streets.
Side-by-Side
These are the most common type of double pushchair that can typically seat 2 children in a row. They tend to be a bit wider than single pushchairs, meaning they may be less nimble on footpaths and can be a little tricky to navigate between the kerbs with a car attached. The extra width makes them easier to maneuver through doorways, and they are more evenly distributed so that it is less burdensome for you to carry them on your back.
They can be used as a twin childs pram from birth and many models will take both a carrycot or 2 car seats. Some can even be converted to one-mode with a basket alongside (like the Cybex Venus).
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 is a great illustration of this. In Twin Mode, you can put the rear seat alongside the carrycot. This creates a fully enclosed space for twins, and is perfect for babies. This pram is also equipped with a couple of really cool accessories, including newborn cocoons that can be attached to face either way (for twin-facing prams) or facing towards the front (for a normal single). It’s not as light as some other options however it’s very cleverly constructed.
Lightweight
Cybex is known for its unique pushchairs, and the single-to-double is no exception. The frame can be extended to accommodate another seat. It is possible to use the pushchair as a twin from birth by putting in two newborn cocoons, each costing PS59. These cocoons create enclosed lie-flat spaces. It can also be used in an individual mode with only one child thanks to a large shopping basket that sits behind the seat. It has both front and rear suspension which means it can take on bumps and uneven surfaces better. A top pick among our reviewers.
Available in a variety elegant colors.
Tandem
If you plan to have twins, you’ll require a pushchair that is tandem. This will allow each child to sit and see each one another. They are ideal for trips to the zoo as the children can observe the animals together. These are also great for parents who want to keep an eye on both their toddler and baby at the same time.
Some tandem pushchairs are extremely adaptable, since they can be converted back to single mode. This is especially useful if you’re planning to have more than two children (or just your eldest is no longer a need for a buggy). This means that you won’t have an empty pushchair to put away which can be expensive.
For example, the Cybex Venus can be used in mono or double mode, and features a clever frame that opens wide to accommodate a second seat. It’s not the lightest of pushchairs, however it comes with a large shopping basket that sits behind the front seat when in double mode (and in the back of the seat in mono mode). The seats can be set so that they face each other, or one can be set higher so that it can see over the other and see what they’re doing.
Some double tandem pushchairs like the Joolz Geo 3, are able to seat one above the other or side-by-side. They are sleek and compact strollers frame that makes them easy to navigate through doorways and supermarket aisles Some models can also be used as a jogging stroller on rough terrain thanks to a four-wheel suspension and wide rear wheels.
Another benefit of a tandem pushchair is that it can often use two carrycots or a car seat and buggy seat. This allows you to build a travel system right from the outset and save money on additional purchases. Keep in mind that tandems are more heavy and longer, and they may feel less stable when bumping up kerbs or navigating uneven surfaces. They also require dismantling to fit into cars.