Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins, or have two children that are close in age the 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.
Lauren Ro, a writer and strategist, has a favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which adapts seamlessly as your family grows. It can hold two infant car seats and a toddler seat, making it a great choice for twins from birth.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the top double stroller for families who are looking for a stylish, side-byside double stroller. It's a bit bulkier than the other Bugaboo models but it's sturdy and built to last. It comes with a handlebar that can be adjusted to retract and extend easily. It has a good reach so that my husband, who is 6'1", can easily push it when it is full of weight.
Seats are spacious, and can be set up in a way that one child is in front of another or so that children are facing each other. They can also recline independently from each other. The canopies cover both seat fabrics, if desired. They're not very ventilated, so they can be like an oven on hot days. They also don't have a peek-a-boo window to view the children.
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. It is the only double stroller convertible that can do this! It can be used in conjunction with a bassinet for newborns 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 in busy restaurants and shops. It can also be difficult to fold, especially when the seats are attached. It's still small and can fit through most doors.
There is an extra storage bin that is attached to the frame to the front seat in mono mode. It is great for grocery shopping and other items. The main storage basket beneath the seats is large and can hold up to 100 pounds. This is more than any stroller we have listed!
Uppababy Vista V2
This is among the top twin strollers for new newborns. It can be used straight out of the box as a double stroller and is compatible with a variety of bassies and infant car seats. It can even accommodate two bassinets or infant car seats simultaneously when you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
In comparison to the original Vista, The V2 has made a few improvements to make it even better. The toddler seat is now raised by about half an inch, the footrest has been made bigger and the canopy comes with an extra fabric extension that zips out. Also, the harness has been updated and no longer needs to be re-threaded, making it easy to adjust.
The stroller comes with big wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in back) and a robust suspension system that allows it to navigate any terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are perfect to navigate through rocks and gravel, while the tread on the rear wheels is better for sidewalks or grassy hills.
twin buggy pushchairsandprams can be connected to the front of a stroller. This is a great choice for parents who don't wish to use a car seat. If you have a child who is ready to stand, the Vista can accommodate the third child using its piggyback ride along board.
Vista is Vista is easy to use and set up, though it does take some time to unpack all of the protective packaging. The instructions are easy to follow, and there's a YouTube video in case you need assistance understanding them.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the most recent version of this popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's designed to draw the attention of modern families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It comes with exciting upgrades such as a built-in foot rest and an updated reclining seat, which promises the best comfort for children on long jogging and walks. Its sleek and agile design has also been enhanced for improved mobility.
It's extremely light, making it a breeze to push and easy to accelerate on the road. Its suspension can take on sudden changes in the surface (such as pavement to grass) and the large tires provide enough traction for any terrain. It can climb kerbs without difficulty and can turn in tight spaces like streets in cities with aplomb. Even narrow sidewalks and parks with lots of people are not a problem.
While the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it also retains the classic Thule qualities that make it an ideal jogger for parents. The large canopy offers excellent sun protection, an easy peekaboo feature, a high quality harness system, and an integrated handbrake that is precisely adjusted. It is packed with storage space, including pockets in the seat and a large cargo bag that can hold up to 15 lbs.
This Thule Jogger includes a bassinet that is suitable for strolling babies, as well as a double version that can hold two children. It has car seat adapters, meaning that you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also comes with a one-handed folding system to help you transport it or store. It's also a green choice since it is made of dyed-solution fabric in black color choices.
Cortina Together
For the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents various seating options that allow them to adjust to the individual needs of each child and preferences. The double stroller's two standard stroller seats feature reclining backrests and independent canopies. They're also designed to take one of Chicco's #1-rated KeyFit or KeyFit 30 infant car seats in the front seat and rear seat (car seat sold separately) using the exclusive click-in attachment that eliminates the need for additional bars and straps, like other models that require.
A comfortable three-position handle accommodates mom or dad, and a rear zipper access large basket provides ample storage space for all of your gear. The tandem double stroller's suspension and wheels offer a smooth ride across any terrain, while the 1-touch rear brakes that are linked and have a toe-tap activation makes stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high scores for ease of use. This metric is based on how simple it is to set up and fold the stroller, adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, engage and deengage the brakes, lift and carry the folded stroller as if placing it into a trunk, and for double strollers compatible install and take off an infant car seat.
This model has some shortcomings. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded which puts it close to the extreme end of our metrics. It also has a limited view when a car-seat is installed in the back. The front tray release isn't always easy to use, particularly after prolonged usage. However, despite these limitations, we consider this to be a great double stroller that will be able to keep your family together for many years to come.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - an affordable, lightweight stroller ideal for families with 2 children. The front lock wheels swivel and allow for ease of maneuvering on flat surfaces, and lock to provide stability on bumpy surfaces. It has an umbrella that folds down compactly and can be closed in a matter of seconds. It is also able to stand upright, making transporting it simpler. Its aluminum frame is lightweight, and its carrying strap and handle made of foam makes it one of the easiest double strollers we have seen in our tests.
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. The large canopy provides UPF 50 protection, and comes with an open view for easy monitoring. We wish the canopy was vented to let in more airflow though. We also didn't love the fact that the cup holder is quite high on the frame, which means you'll have to bend to access it.
In our tipping test it was found that the Jeep was able to tip over at a 39 degree angle, which is more than average for the double pram. It's also a bit heavier than our top picks but it does provide plenty of storage space for the price and comes with ample padding on the seats and handle.
The stroller is a versatile model with three modes: wagon (just for things) and jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses designed for children) and car seat mode. It can accommodate one infant car seat, however, pediatricians recommend waiting until your child is 6 months old before jogging with them, and one year old before letting them go on rough terrain. It is available in black and has a limited lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a parenting and outdoor journalist 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.