Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller will be essential if you're expecting twins or have two children of similar ages. The best strollers offer numerous ways for your children to ride, including side-by-side seating and the ability to attach a rider's board.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favourite stroller. It can be adapted to the needs of your family seamlessly. It can be used with two infant car seats and a 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 is a little more bulkier than other Bugaboo models however, it is sturdy and built to last. It has a handlebar which 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 he is fully loaded.
The seats are large and can be set up to place one child in front of the other, or to have the children face each one. They can also recline in a different way from one another. The canopies cover both seat fabrics, if desired. They don't have much ventilation and can appear like an oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window to view the children.
One of the most distinctive features of this stroller is its ability to grow with your family from a single seat (Mono mode) all the way to a double side-by-side stroller. It is the only double stroller convertible that can do this. It can also be used with an additional bassinet or car seat for babies.
It is easy to maneuver on smooth surfaces, and can handle slopes and steps with ease. It can be a challenge to maneuver in crowded stores and restaurants. It is difficult to fold the seat back, especially if it is attached. It is still compact and can fit through most doors.
There is an extra storage bin that can be tucked away on the frame, next to the front seat in mono mode. This is useful for groceries and other items. The main storage basket under the seats is massive and can hold up to 100 lbs that is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista V2
This stroller is one of the best twin strollers for newborns. 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. It can even accommodate two infant car seats or bassets at the same time when you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
Comparatively to the first Vista, the V2 has made a few improvements to make it better. The toddler seat is half an inch taller, the footrest has more space and the canopy comes with an extender for the fabric that zips out, which gives extra coverage. The harness has also been modernized in that it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with big wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a robust suspension system that lets it take on any terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are great to navigate through rocks and gravel, while the tread on the rear wheels is more suitable for grassy hills or sidewalks.
Another great feature is the ability to attach a child's bike to the front of the stroller, which is a handy option for those who aren't interested in using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. And if you have an older child who is able to stand in the Vista, the Vista can accommodate the third child using its piggyback ride along board accessory.
Vista Vista is easy to use and set up. However, it takes some time to get rid of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow and there's also an YouTube video to help should you require further assistance.
double travel buggy is the latest version of this popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's designed to attract modern families that value style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting upgrades, including a built-in leg rest and a new reclined seat that offers unbeatable comfort for children on long walks and jogs. Its sleek and agile design is also enhanced to allow for better maneuverability.
It is extremely light, making it simple to drive and speedy to accelerate on the open road. Its suspension can handle sudden changes in surfaces (like pavement to grass) with ease and the large wheels offer plenty of traction on even the roughest of terrains. It is able to easily climb over kerbs and turn tight spaces like city streets. Even narrow sidewalks and parks with lots of people are no problem for it.
While the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it also retains the classic Thule qualities that make it a top jogger for parents. The huge canopy offers great sun protection, a convenient peekaboo as well as a premium harness system and an integrated handbrake that's perfectly adjusted. It offers plenty of storage space, including pockets on the seat and a large cargo bag that can hold up to 15 pounds.
This Thule Jogger also comes with bassinets, ideal for strolling newborns and a double version that can accommodate two children. It comes with car seat adapters, so you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also comes with an one-handed folding system to make it easier to transport or store. It's also available in green, using solutions-dyed fabrics with black hues to cut down on water consumption.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for growing families and offers parents various seating options to accommodate the needs and preferences of every child. The two stroller seats of the double stroller have reclined backrests and canopies that are separate. They're also designed to take one of Chicco's top-rated KeyFit or KeyFit 30 infant car seats in the front and rear seat (car seat sold separately) with the exclusive click-in attachment that eliminates the need for additional straps and bars, as many other models need.
A large, zipper-accessible basket in the rear offers ample storage space for the gear. The handle is padded to fit dad or mom. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller offer smooth riding on all terrains. The one-touch linked rear breaks with toe-tap activated make stopping simple.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for its ease of use. This metric is based on how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller and to adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, disengage and engage the brakes, lift and carry the folded stroller like you would put it in a trunk, and for compatible double strollers, install and remove the 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 side of our metric, and is heavier than the average for this class of strollers. It also has limited visibility when a car seat is mounted in the back. The front tray release can be difficult to use, particularly when used for a long time. Even with these issues, we think this is a great double stroller that can keep your family together for a long time.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - an affordable, lightweight stroller that is ideal for families with two children. Its front swivel lock wheels rotate to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces, and secure for stability on bumpy ones which makes 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 is also able to stand upright, making transporting it easier. Its light aluminum frame along with the foam handles and straps for carrying make it one of the easiest-to-lift double strollers we tested.
This stroller with a side-by-side design offers reclined seats that can be independently adjusted and foot rests for maximum comfort for both children. Its large canopy can offer UPF 50 sun protection. It comes with a peekaboo view window to allow for easy monitoring. We would like to have the canopy vented for more airflow. We also didn't love that the cup holder is quite high on the frame, meaning you'll have to bend to access it.
In our test of tipping, the Jeep was able to tip over at a 39-degree angle which is higher than average for a double stroller. It's heavier than the average, but offers more storage for the price. The handle and seats are also well-padded.
This versatile stroller has three modes it can be used in: wagon (just for things) as well as the jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses designed for children) and car seat mode. It can fit one infant car seat, however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is six months old before running with them. They should also be 1 year old before letting them run 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 more than a decade. She has written about travel, food, shopping, technology 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 who are 2 years old.