The Reasons Twin Stroller Is More Difficult Than You Think
Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins or two children that are close in age, a double stroller is essential. The best ones provide numerous ways for your children to ride such as side-by-side seating, and a rider board attachment.
Lauren Ro, a writer and strategist who writes for the blog, loves is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, that is a perfect fit as your family expands. It can accommodate two infant car seats and the toddler seat. This makes it a great choice for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the best double stroller for families searching for a stylish and attractive side-by-side double stroller. It's a little bigger than other Bugaboo strollers however, it is solid and built to last. It comes with a handlebar that can be adjusted to extend and retract easily. It has a decent reach, so my husband who is 6'1" can easily push it, even when he is fully loaded.
Seats are spacious, and can be placed in a way that one child is behind another or so that the children are facing each the other. They can also recline in a different way from each other. The canopies cover both seat fabrics If you want. However, they don't provide adequate ventilation, so they could be like a tiny oven on hot days. There is no peek-a-boo to see your kids.
One of the most unique aspects of this stroller is its capacity to grow with your family from one seat (Mono mode) all the way up to a double side-by-side stroller. compact twin stroller is the only stroller that can be converted that can do this! It can be used with a bassinet for newborns or a car seat.
It is easy to navigate on smooth surfaces and handles slopes and steps well. The only drawback is that it could be difficult to navigate in crowded shops and restaurants. It can be difficult to fold the seat back, especially if it's attached. It's still compact and can fit through most doors.
There is a storage bin that fits on the frame to the front seat in mono mode. This is great for groceries and other things. The main storage basket under the seats is huge and can hold up 100 pounds. This is more than any stroller on our list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This is among the most popular twin strollers for newly borns. It can be used right out of the box as a double stroller and is compatible with numerous bassies and infant car seats. It can even accommodate two bassinets or infant car seats at the same time if you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
The V2 is a more refined version of the original Vista. lightweight twin buggy is half an inch higher, the footrest is more space and the canopy has an extender fabric that zips out and provides additional coverage. Also, the harness has been updated and no longer needs to be re-threaded, making it easy to adjust.
The stroller comes with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a sturdy suspension system, which lets it take on any terrain. The front wheels are made of rubber which makes them suitable for navigating gravel, rocks and cobblestones. While the rear wheels have more tread to conquer the grassy hills and sidewalks.
Another great feature is the ability to connect a child's bike to the front of the stroller, which can be an excellent option for those who aren't interested in using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have a child who is getting ready to stand and walk, the Vista can accommodate a third kid with its piggyback ride-along board accessory.
The Vista is simple 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's also a YouTube video available if you need more help.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the newest version of this popular stroller that is designed to appeal to modern families who prioritize style, sustainability, and adventure. It features exciting upgrades that include a built-in leg rest and a reclined seat that provides unbeatable comfort for children who take long jogs and walks. Its sleek, agile design also enhances its maneuverability.
It is incredibly light, making it easy to drive and swift to accelerate on the road. Its suspension is able to handle abrupt changes in surface (like grass to pavement) with ease and the large wheels offer ample traction for even the most difficult terrains. It is able to climb kerbs with no difficulty, and it can maneuver in tight spaces such as city streets with ease. It's even a breeze to navigate narrow sidewalks and crowded parks.
The brand new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that provides parents with a great deal of comfort and ease. This includes an oversized canopy that provides great sun protection, a convenient peekaboo window, a high-quality harness system, and a handbrake integrated with an incredibly tuned lever. It has plenty of storage space, including pockets on the seat as well as a huge cargo bag that can hold up to 15 pounds.
This Thule Jogger also comes with an infant bassinet for babies who need to stroll and a double version that can accommodate two kids. It also has car seat adapters, meaning that you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also has an easy-folding system that can be folded with one hand to help you transport it or store. It's also a green option, as it uses solution-dyed fabric in its black color choices.
Cortina Together
Designed for the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents versatile seating options that allow them to adjust to each child's individual needs and preferences. The two stroller seats of the double stroller feature reclining backrests, and canopies that are separate. They're also engineered to accept one of Chicco's #1-rated KeyFit or KeyFit 30 infant car seats in the front and rear seat (car seat sold separately) with the exclusive click-in attachment without the need for additional bars and straps, like many other models need.
A large, zipper-accessible basket at the rear provides ample storage space for your gear. The handle is padded to fit dad or mom. The tandem double stroller's wheels and suspension provide a smooth ride over any terrain, and the one-touch linked rear brakes with toe-tap activation makes stopping easy.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high marks for ease of usage. This is based on how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller, adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, engage and deengage the brakes, and lift and carry the folded stroller like you would put it in a trunk, and for double strollers that are compatible install and remove the infant car seat.
We did discover some flaws to this model, though. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded and is closer to the extreme side of our metric, and is heavier than the average for this group of strollers. It also has a limited view when a car seat is placed in the rear. The front tray release can be difficult to use, especially after long-term use. Despite these issues we still believe that this is an excellent stroller for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is an affordable, lightweight stroller that is ideal for families with two kids. Its front swivel lock wheels rotate to maneuver on flat surfaces, and lock for stability on bumpy ones, making it easy to get where you'd like to go. It also features a compact umbrella fold that closes in a matter of seconds, and it stands upright for easy transportation. Its light aluminum frame with foam handles and strap for carrying make it one of the easiest to lift double strollers in our tests.
This stroller has independently reclining seats for maximum comfort. The canopy is large enough to offer UPF 50 sun protection. It also has a peekaboo window that allows to allow for easy monitoring. We would like to have the canopy vented to allow more airflow. We also didn't like that the cup holder sits quite high on the frame, meaning you'll have to bend down to access it.
In our tipping test, the Jeep was able to tip over at a 39-degree angle, which is higher than average for a double pram. It's a little heavier and has more storage space for the price. The seats and handle are also well-padded.
This versatile stroller has three modes: wagon (just to store things) as well as Jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses for children) and car seat mode. It can fit one car seat for infants however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is six months old before running with them, and one year old before letting them run on rough terrain. It is available in black with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters is a parenting and outdoor journalist who has written about shopping, travel tech, food, and parenting for a decade and has been published in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes. She currently lives in San Francisco with her husband and twin daughters, aged 2 and 2.