A How-To Guide For Twin Stroller From Beginning To End
Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller is vital if you are expecting twins or have two children of the same age. The best ones offer numerous ways for your children to ride, including side-by-side seating and an attachment for a rider board.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favorite stroller. It adapts to the needs of your family seamlessly. It can accommodate two infant car seats as well as an infant seat which makes it a great option for twins starting at birth.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the most suitable twin stroller for families who are looking for a stylish and stylish double side-by-side stroller. It is a little bit bulkier than the other Bugaboo models but it's solid and built to last. It has a movable handlebar that extends and retracts easily. It has a good reach, so my husband who is 6'1" can easily push it when fully laden.
The seats are comfortable and can be positioned so that one child is in front of the other or have the children face each the other. The seats can recline independently of each other. The canopies cover both seat fabrics If you want. They don't have much ventilation and can feel like an oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window that allows children to peek in.
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 to a double side-by-side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can be used in conjunction with a bassinet for newborns or a car seat.
It is easy to navigate on smooth surfaces and can handle slopes and steps with ease. It can be a challenge to maneuver in crowded eateries and shops. It can be a bit difficult to fold the seat down, particularly if it is attached. It is still fairly small, however, and can be tucked away easily.
In mono mode, there is a storage bin in front of the front seats. This is useful for groceries and other items. The main storage basket beneath the seats is large and can hold up 100 pounds. This is more than any other stroller we have listed!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is among the best twin strollers for newborns. It can be used straight out of the box as a double stroller, and is compatible with numerous bassies and infant car seats. It can even accommodate two infant car seats or bassets at the same time if you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
The V2 is a more refined version of the original Vista. The toddler seat has been raised by about half an inch, the footrest is larger, and the canopy is an additional fabric extension that zips out. The harness is also modernized in that it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller comes with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a sturdy suspension system, which can navigate any terrain. The front wheels are made of rubber, which makes them ideal for navigating rocks, gravel and cobblestones. The rear wheels have more tread to tackle paths and grassy hills.
A child's bike can be attached to the front of a stroller. This is a great solution for parents who do not want to invest in a baby car seat. If you have a child old enough to stand, the Vista stroller can fit a third child with its piggyback board accessory.
Vista is Vista is easy to use and set up, although it does take some time to take it out of the protective packaging. The instructions are easy to follow, and there is a YouTube video to help if you require help understanding the instructions.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the most recent version of the popular all-terrain stroller and it's made to attract modern families that value style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting improvements including a built-in feet rest and an updated reclined seat that promises unbeatable comfort for children during long walks and jogging. Its sleek, agile design also improves its mobility.
It is incredibly light, making it easy to drive and quick to accelerate on the road. Its suspension can handle sudden changes in surface (such as grass turning to pavement) and the oversized tires are able to withstand any terrain. It can easily climb over kerbs and turn tight spaces like city streets. Even narrow sidewalks and parks with lots of people are not a problem.
While the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it still retains the classic Thule characteristics that make it the ideal jogger for parents. It has a large canopy that provides an excellent sun protection as well as a convenient peekaboo window, an extremely high-quality harness system and an integrated handbrake with an extremely tuned lever. It also comes with plenty of storage, with in-seat storage pockets as well as a large cargo basket that holds up to 15 pounds with a zip-top cover.
This Thule Jogger comes with a bassinet to accommodate strolling babies, and a double version that can hold two children. It accepts car seat adapters, so you can use the infant carrier of your child, and it comes with a fold that is one-handed, making it easy to transport or to store. It's also an eco-friendly choice since it is made of solution-dyed fabric in its black color choices.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and provides parents with various seating options to meet the preferences and needs of every child. The double stroller's two standard seats feature reclining backrests and independent canopy. The seats are also designed to accept Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the number one baby car seat in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A large, zip-up basket in the rear offers ample storage for gear. The handle is padded to accommodate mom or dad. The wheels and suspension of the tandem double stroller ensure an easy ride across all terrains. The 1-touch linked rear breaks with toe-tap activated make stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high scores for its ease of use. This metric is based on the ease with which it is for you to fold and set up the stroller. double buggy reflects how easy it is to open and close the snack trays as well as engage and deengage brakes, raise the folded stroller and carry it as if it were the trunk of a car.
This model has some shortcomings. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded and puts it closer to the beast end of our measurement. In addition, it has limited visibility in the back seat when the car seat is in place. Lastly, the front tray release can be difficult to operate, especially after long-term use. Despite these limitations, we think this is a great double stroller that will keep your family together for many years to come.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is a lightweight, affordable stroller that is ideal for families with two kids. Its front swivel lock wheels can be rotated to allow ease of maneuvering on flat surfaces, and lock to provide stability on bumpy surfaces. It also has an umbrella fold that closes in seconds and stands upright to make it easy to transport. Its aluminum frame is light with foam handles and strap for carrying make it one of the easiest-to-lift double strollers we tested.
This tandem stroller comes with reclined seats that can be independently adjusted for maximum comfort. Its canopy is large and offers UPF 50 protection, and comes with a peekaboo view for easy monitoring. We would like to see the canopy vented to let in more airflow though. We also didn't like that the cup holder is quite high on the frame, meaning you'll have to bend to reach it.
In our tipping test, the Jeep was able to tip over at 39 degrees of angle which is a bit higher than the average for a double stroller. It's also a little heavier than our top picks, however, it has plenty of storage space for its price and comes with plenty of padding on the seats and handle.
The stroller is a versatile model with three modes that include wagon (just for stuff), the jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses for children) and car seat mode. It can fit one car seat for infants, however, pediatricians recommend waiting until your child is six months old before running with them, and 1 year old before letting them go on rough terrain. It is available in black with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist in the field of parenting and outdoor for over 10 years. She has written about travel, shopping, food, tech and parenting, and she's also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She currently lives in San Francisco with her husband and twin daughters, aged 2 and 2.