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Choosing a Double Pram and Pushchair

A good double pram or pushchair can simplify family life, especially when walking on busy roads or in the shops and stores. Find a model that has ample storage space to store nappies, snacks, and other essentials.

Some parents who are new to the family opt for an infant pushchair that can be used as a single stroller when baby is born. It can be converted into a twin stroller mode after the baby has arrived. Joolz offers a range of choices.

Tandem

The announcement that you're expecting a baby is among the most exciting events in life. When the excitement wears off and the reality of the situation kicks in, you'll be faced with a variety of decisions regarding how to prepare your family for. The right pram or stroller is among the most important things to consider.

Tandem prams (also known as 'in-line' double prams) are a classic style with two bassinets or seats for prams arranged side by side. The front seat is typically padded and reclines to a flat position, making it suitable for infants, while the second seat is more upright and is able to accommodate toddlers from around three years of age. Some models allow you to decide if your children will look at each other or look outwards. Many tandems can be made into one pushchair once your oldest child is no longer in need of the second seat.

A tandem is more affordable than twin prams and can be a great option for parents who wish to save money, without losing safety or function. A tandem can be heavy and difficult to steer, particularly when negotiating the kerbs. It's also less stable than Twin stroller side by Side pushchairs particularly if a larger child is in the front. A tandem can be difficult to get onto public transport, and it can be difficult to maneuver on narrow roads.

The iCandy Peach is a popular model that is a good choice for a single parent who is looking for something that is sleek, but the tandem mode can make it feel heavy and long when pushing. It comes with a clever frame that can be expanded to allow for the addition of the second seat, and it can be used with a variety of combinations of buggy seats, carrycots and car seats (two at a time or separately). The iCandy Wave is another lightweight tandem option that is easy to use and compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots.

Side by side

When it comes to choosing a double pram or pushchair there's plenty to think about. If you're buying for twins or siblings who are close in age there are plenty of configuration options to take into account. Tandem prams (also known as side by side prams) are popular choices as they can be set up to accommodate infants in a bassinet at the top while the older infant or toddler sits in the lower seat below.

Some models come with reversible seats, which means you can adapt the configuration to meet the needs of your family throughout the baby and toddler years. This lets you see your children at all times, and gives them the chance to interact when they walk.

Tandem prams can be jogging buggies, or all-terrain buggies. They are great for outdoor excursions, like to the park. They're also ideal for narrow aisles and checkouts in shops and supermarkets because they are more compact.

The Redsbaby JIVE3 Pram, for instance, can be used as a tandem pram starting from birth in dual mode with the addition of the rumble seat (PS249). If your child is no longer a member of the rumble chair you can change to one pram mode. You may also opt to use the car capsule adaptors to transform it from a newborn into a toddler travel system.

The Side by Side Pram made by Babybee is a different alternative. The double side-by-side pram is available in a range of colors and is designed with a modern design. The design is intended to be used from the moment of birth, you can choose to add the LUNA newborn cocoon (PS262) or the LUNA infant seats (PS53 each) to ensure your baby is safe and comfy.

If you're looking for a sleek, elegant pushchair that can convert into a side-byside double and a side-by-side double, the Egg 2 from Chicco is a great option. It is available in a variety of infant and carrycots to accommodate twins or siblings with different age groups. It is also super-easy to fold. It's also fairly light making it an ideal option for those with smaller cars or a limited storage space.

Convertible

The best small double buggy prams and pushchairs are able to be used in multiple ways and some are able to change into different seating configurations to meet your changing family needs. It is possible to fit up to three children on the seat board, or two toddlers in the seats, and still have room for a shopping bag. Accessories such as rain covers are also available. Convertible double strollers tend to be larger and heavier than single pushchairs, as they have to hold two or more children. The Graco Modes Nest2Grow convertible is an example of an inexpensive convertible that is very easy to use. However, our reviewers considered it to be a bit heavy for the money.

Some convertible double strollers, such as the Baby Jogger City Select 2 comes with a carrycot which is suitable for newborns. This reduces the size of the double stroller when not in use, and makes it smaller. The City Select's innovative, one-handed folding impressed our testers however it requires some practice. It also feels quite nimble and responsive, despite it being bigger than double strollers.

Another affordable option is the Cybex Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller. The seat converts from a rear-facing infant car seat to a forward-facing toddler seat and the bassinet-style mode is a great choice for infants (although remember that babies under four months old shouldn't sleep in strollers because of the risk of positional asphyxia).

To be more flexible, opt for a dual-mode convertible such as the iCandy Peach. This is a narrow double buggy that can hold two children in a row however it can also be used as a tandem by the addition of a second seat kit and rider board. It's nimble and responsive, and our testers liked its sleek design. It's not as light as some of the other pushchairs in our list however, it comes with an enormous shopping basket that is ideal for parents with bags of toys and food.

Lightweight

Some parents like to future-proof their double pushchair if they have a child and are expecting another, so a convertible option is a good option. The iCandy Peach can be converted from a single double stroller pushchair into double with the addition of a toddler's seat or the brand's carrycot (which works well to sleep at night). The seats are extremely comfortable and our testers love that they can be reclined in multiple positions. They also love the design of the canopy, which has a window that peeks out and offers UPF 50+ protection. The rear seat can be raised high so that the older child can stand on it to reach the shopping basket.

Cher said that the only negative aspect of the iCandy Peach was its weight. However, she felt that this was compensated for because it's easy to move and has plenty of storage with two cup holders for children and parents, seat-back pockets, and an enormous basket underneath the seat. Cher also appreciated that seats can be flipped so that they be positioned to face each other, which is perfect for siblings who like to interact and talk while out and about.

A lighter and equally impressive choice is the Delta Children LX side-by-side stroller that weighs just 18 lbs, is super compact and features an auto-standing fold that makes it easy to carry and store in your trunk or at home. Parents appreciate the high-quality materials and workmanship, and the low cost. The only downside is that the seats don't recline as far as the other models we've tried and the rear seat doesn't have great visibility due to its positioning that is higher than the front seats.

Another popular option is the Joolz Geo 3, which is slim, sleek and easy to steer, and comes with an appealing design and a lifetime guarantee. While they're smaller, side-by-side prams can still be larger than tandems and inline doubles. This makes them difficult to maneuver around busy footpaths and in shops. They are also smaller which makes them more maneuverable in tight spaces.