Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins, or have two children that are close in age, a double stroller is essential. The best ones offer multiple ways for your kids to ride, including side-by-side seating and a rider board attachment.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favorite stroller. It adapts to your family's needs effortlessly. It can accommodate two infant car seats as well as an infant seat which makes it an ideal option for twins as young as.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the ideal twin stroller for families that need a stylish, double side-byside stroller. It's a more bulkier than other Bugaboo models but it's sturdy and built to last. It has a movable handlebar that can be extended and retracted easily. It has a long reach, so my husband who is 6'1" can easily push it, even when fully laden.
Seats are large and can be set up so that one child sits on top of the other or so that children are facing each one. They can also recline in a different way from each other. The canopies cover both seat fabrics, if desired. They don't have much ventilation, so they can be like an oven on hot days. There's second hand double buggy to look at your children.
One of the most distinctive features of this stroller is its ability to adapt to your family's needs from one seat (Mono mode) all the way to a double side-by-side stroller. This is the only convertible double stroller that can do this! It can be used with baby bassinets or a car seat.
It is a breeze to use on smooth surfaces, and it is able to handle slopes and stairs well. The only downside is that it can be difficult to navigate through crowded shops and restaurants. It can also be difficult to fold up, especially when seats are attached. It's still small and fits through most doors.
There is a storage bin that can be tucked away on the frame, next to the front seat in mono mode. This is great for groceries and other items. The main storage basket beneath the seats is huge and can support up to 100 pounds, which is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista V2
This is one of the best twin strollers designed for new babies. It is compatible with a range of infant car seats and bassinets (adapters are sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller right out of the box. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters allow you to use two infant car seats simultaneously.
In comparison to the original Vista, The V2 has made a few improvements to make it better. The toddler seat is now elevated by a half inch, the footrest has been made larger and the canopy has an extra fabric extension that zips out. Additionally, the harness has been upgraded and does not require replaced, making it easier to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with big wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a robust suspension system, which can handle any terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are perfect for navigating gravel and rocks and the tread on the rear wheels is more suitable for sidewalks or grassy hills.
Another excellent feature is the capability to connect a child's bike to the front of the stroller, making it an ideal option for parents who aren't keen on using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have a child who is old enough to stand, the Vista stroller can fit a third child with its piggyback board accessory.
The Vista is easy 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 an YouTube video in case you need help understanding them.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the latest version of the popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's designed to appeal to modern families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It comes with exciting upgrades including a built-in feet rest and a new reclining seat, which promises the best comfort for children on long walks and jogging. Its sleek, agile design improves its mobility.
It is extremely light, making it easy to drive and speedy to accelerate on the open road. Its suspension handles sudden changes in surfaces (like pavement to grass) easily and the large wheels offer ample traction for even the most difficult terrains. It can climb kerbs without trouble and it turns in tight spaces such as streets in cities with aplomb. It's easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and overcrowded parks.
The brand new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that offers parents a great deal of comfort and ease. The large canopy offers excellent sun protection, has a convenient peekaboo, a high quality harness system, and an integrated handbrake that's perfectly adjusted. It also comes with ample storage options, including inside-seat storage pockets and a huge cargo basket that holds up to 15 pounds with an open-top cover.
This Thule Jogger includes a bassinet that is suitable for strolling infants, and a double version that can fit two children. It accepts car seat adapters so you can use your infant carrier and it has a quick fold that's one-handed to make it easy to transport and to store. It's also a green option because it uses dyed solution in its black and white color options.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and offers parents various seating options to meet the needs and preferences of every child. The two seats in the double stroller come with reclining backrests, and canopies that are completely independent. The seats are also designed to accommodate Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the #1 rated infant car seat, in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A large, zipper-accessible basket at the rear provides ample storage for gear. The handle is padded to accommodate mom or dad. The tandem double stroller's suspension and wheels provide a smooth ride over any terrain, while the 1-touch linked rear brakes with toe-tap activation makes stopping easy.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for ease of use. This is based on how simple it is to fold and set up the stroller, adjust the safety harness as well as the snack tray, disengage and engage the brakes, lift and carry the stroller like you would put it into a trunk, and for double strollers compatible install and take off the infant car seat.
There are some downsides to this model, though. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded which puts it close to the top of our metrics. It also has limited visibility when a car seat is mounted in the rear. The front tray release can be difficult to use, especially after prolonged usage. However, despite these issues, we think that this is a great stroller for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - an affordable, lightweight stroller ideal for families with 2 children. Its lock wheels on the front can be rotated to allow ease of maneuvering on flat surfaces and lock to provide stability on bumpy surfaces. It also features a compact umbrella fold that can be closed in seconds and stands upright for easy transport. Its aluminum frame is lightweight, and its foam handle and carrying strap makes it one of the most easy double strollers to lift during our tests.
This tandem stroller comes with reclined seats that can be independently adjusted for maximum comfort. Its large canopy offers UPF 50 protection, and comes with a peekaboo view for easy monitoring. We would prefer to see the canopy vented for more airflow. We didn't like the fact that the cup holder sits extremely high on the frame. You'll have to bend down to reach it.
In our tipping-test it was found that the Jeep fell over at a 39-degree angle, which is more than the norm for the double pram. It's heavier than the average, but offers more storage space for the price. The handle and seats are also well-padded.
This stroller is multi-functional and offers three modes. It can be used as a wagon (for stuff) as well as a jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for kids) as well as a car seat mode. It can be used with an car seat for an infant. However, pediatricians recommend that you wait until your child is six months old before allowing them to run with them. It is available in black with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters is a parenting and outdoors journalist who has written about shopping, travel tech, food, and parenting for a decade, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and 2-year-old twin daughters.