Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins, or have two children who are similar in age the double stroller is essential. The best double strollers offer numerous ways to ride your children including side by side seating and a board attachment.
Lauren Ro, a writer and strategist who writes for the blog, loves is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which adapts seamlessly as your family grows. It can fit two infant car seats, as well as the toddler seat. This makes it an excellent choice for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the top double stroller for families looking for a stylish, side-by-side double stroller. It's a little bigger than other Bugaboo strollers however, it is solid and built to last. It has a handlebar that can be adjusted to retract and extend easily. It has a decent reach so that my husband, who is 6'1" is able to easily push it, even when fully laden.
Seats are spacious, and can be placed in a way that one child is on top of the other or so that the children face each other. They can also recline separately from each other. The canopies cover both fabric seats should you wish to. 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 that allows children to peek in.
One of the most distinctive features of this stroller is its capacity to grow with your family from the single seat (Mono mode) all the way up to a double side-by-side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible that can do this. It can be used in conjunction with baby bassinets or a car seat.
It is easy to navigate on smooth surfaces and handles slopes and steps well. It isn't easy to maneuver around busy stores and restaurants. double stroller with infant car seat Push Chairs And Prams is difficult to fold the seat, especially if it is attached. It's still quite compact though, and it is able to fit through most doors easily.
There is an extra storage bin that fits on the frame to the front seat in mono mode. This is useful for groceries and other things. The main storage basket beneath the seats is large and can hold up to 100 lbs. This is more than any stroller on our list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is among the best twin strollers designed for newborns. It can be used right from the box as a double stroller, and is compatible with numerous bassies and infant car seats. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters let you use two infant car seats at once.
Comparatively to the first Vista, The V2 has made a few changes to make it better. The toddler seat is about an inch higher, the footrest is more space and the canopy has an extender for the fabric that zips out, which gives extra coverage. The harness is also modernized since it doesn't need to be re-threaded. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a strong suspension system that allows it to take on any terrain. The rubber wheels on the front are ideal for navigating gravel and rocks, while the tread on the rear wheels is more suitable for sidewalks or grassy hills.
Another excellent feature is the ability to connect a child's bicycle to the front of the stroller, which can be a handy option for those who aren't interested in using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. And if you have a child who is getting ready to stand in the Vista, the Vista can even fit the third child using its piggyback ride along board accessory.
Vista is a simple device to use. Vista is simple to use and install. It does take some time to get rid of the protective packaging. The instructions are easy to follow, and there is an YouTube video in case you need assistance in understanding the steps.
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 are a fan of style, sustainability, and adventure. It comes with exciting upgrades including a built-in feet rest and a reclining seat, which promises the best comfort for children on long walks and jogging. Its sleek, agile design enhances its maneuverability.
It is extremely light, making it simple to drive and swift to accelerate on the open road. Its suspension can cope with sudden changes in surface (such as grass to pavement) and the large tires offer enough traction for any terrain. It is able to easily climb kerbs and turn in tight spaces such as city streets. It's also easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and crowded parks.
While the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it retains the classic Thule features that make it an ideal jogger for parents. The huge canopy offers great sun protection, comes with an easy peekaboo and a top-quality harness system and a handbrake that is precisely adjusted. It is packed with storage space, including pockets inside the seat as well as a huge cargo bag that can hold up to 15 lbs.
This Thule Jogger also has a bassinet, for babies who need to stroll, and a double version to accommodate two kids. It is compatible with car seat adapters so that you can use your child's infant carrier, and it features a simple fold that's one-handed to make it easy to transport and put away. It's also an eco-friendly choice because it uses dyed-solution fabric in black color choices.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and provides parents with the option of seating to meet the preferences and needs of every child. The two seats in the double stroller come with canopies that are reclining and backrests that are completely independent. The seats are also designed to accommodate 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, zipper-access basket at the rear provides ample storage space for the equipment. The handle is padded to accommodate mom or dad. The tandem double stroller's wheels and suspension offer a smooth ride across all terrains and the 1-touch rear brakes that are linked and have a toe-tap activated make stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high marks for ease of usage. This is based on how simple it is to fold and set up the stroller and adjust the safety harness, open and close the snack tray, disengage and engage the brakes, and lift and carry the stroller as if putting it in a trunk and for compatible double strollers install and take off an infant car seat.
This model has some shortcomings. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded and is closer to the extreme end of our metric than the average for this category of strollers. Additionally, it has a limited view from the back seat when the car seat is fitted. Lastly, the front tray release is sometimes difficult to operate, particularly after long-term use. Despite these issues, we think that this is a great stroller to have for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - A lightweight, budget-friendly stroller that is ideal for families with two children. Its front swivel lock wheels rotate to move on flat surfaces and lock for stability on bumpy surfaces making it easy to get where you want to go. It comes with a compact folding umbrella that can be closed in a matter of seconds. It can also stand upright to make transporting it simpler. Its aluminum frame that is lightweight, carrying strap and handle made of foam makes it one of the easiest double strollers to lift during our tests.
This stroller has independently reclining seats for maximum comfort. The large canopy provides UPF 50 protection, and comes with a peekaboo view to make it easy for monitoring. We would have liked to see the canopy vented for more airflow. We also weren't thrilled the fact that the cup holder is quite high on the frame, which means you'll have to bend down to reach it.
In our tipping-test in our tipping-test, the Jeep tipped over at a 39 degree angle, which is higher than average for the double pram. It's a bit heavier however, it has more storage for the price. The handles and seats are also well-padded.
This stroller is multi-functional, and features three modes. It can be used as a walker (for stuff) or jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for kids), or car seat mode. It can fit one infant car seat, however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is 6 months old before jogging with them, and one year old before letting them go on rough terrain. It's black and has a limited lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist and parent for more than 10 years. She has written about travel and food, shopping, tech and parenting, and she's also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco, California with her husband and twin daughters, who are two years old.