Best Double Buggies UK (2026)
Double buggies range from narrow side-by-sides to versatile tandems that convert from single to double, and the right choice depends on your doorways, boot space and terrain. This guide is based on Mumsnet's tested roundup (updated September 2026), which cross-checked Which? lab results and RoSPA safety advice, then had parent-testers use each buggy over weeks with their own children across more than 150 miles and a range of terrain. Prices shown are RRPs quoted by Mumsnet and vary by bundle.
We have not hands-on tested these products. Our picks are based on published independent tests and reviews, listed at the bottom of this page. How we pick.
Our top pick
Mountain Buggy Duet V4
Best overall
Mumsnet's Best Buy. Twin dad Jonny used it daily for seven weeks with his newborn twins on pavements, in parks, shops, cafés and on the bus. Its narrow 63cm wheelbase, about the same as many single buggies, fitted through his standard front door without folding, and four air-filled tyres with rear suspension handled kerbs, hills and gravel with ease. Assembly instructions could be clearer, the folded frame took up most of his car boot, and a clicking sound developed around the brake during testing.
- Just 63cm wide, close to a single buggy
- Excellent handling over uneven ground
- Large, accessible 10kg storage basket
Quick comparison
| Product | Best for | Key spec | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Buggy Duet V4 | Best overall | Side by side, 63cm wide, birth to about 4 years, 22kg per seat, 10kg basket, adjustable handlebar | Check price |
| Joie Evalite Duo Pushchair | Best budget for travel | Tandem, newborn to 4 years, 11.24kg, one-handed fold, car seat compatible, no carrycot option | Check price |
| iCandy Peach 7 Twin | Best for twins | Tandem, newborn to 4 years (or 7 in single mode), 15kg per seat (25kg single mode), 12.9kg in double mode, up to 25 configurations | Check price |
| Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Double | Best for newborn and toddler | Side by side, newborn to 4 years, 10.5kg, 15kg per seat, two carrycots optional, compact fold | Check price |
| Out 'n' About Nipper Double V6 | Best all-terrain | Side by side (three-wheel), newborn to about 4 years, 22kg per seat, 12-inch air-filled tyres, handlebar-mounted handbrake | Check price |
| Bugaboo Donkey 6 | Best single-to-double | Side by side, converts single to double, birth to about 4 years, 22kg per seat, reversible seats, adjustable handlebar | Check price |
Our picks in detail
Best overall
Mountain Buggy Duet V4
Mumsnet's Best Buy. Twin dad Jonny used it daily for seven weeks with his newborn twins on pavements, in parks, shops, cafés and on the bus. Its narrow 63cm wheelbase, about the same as many single buggies, fitted through his standard front door without folding, and four air-filled tyres with rear suspension handled kerbs, hills and gravel with ease. Assembly instructions could be clearer, the folded frame took up most of his car boot, and a clicking sound developed around the brake during testing.
- Orientation
- Side by side
- Width
- 63cm
- Weight
- 16.8kg
- Max load
- 22kg per seat
- Price guide
- RRP £699
Pros
- Just 63cm wide, close to a single buggy
- Excellent handling over uneven ground
- Large, accessible 10kg storage basket
- Adjustable handlebar suits taller parents
Cons
- Fold controls are at the front of the buggy
- Folded frame takes up considerable boot space
- Sun hoods could provide more coverage
Best budget for travel
Joie Evalite Duo Pushchair
Winner of Which?'s Best Lightweight Double Buggy award and a 2017 Red Dot Design award, at just over 11kg versus the average 13 to 15kg for double buggies. Its aluminium tandem frame manoeuvres well on pavements and narrow streets thanks to smooth four-wheel suspension with lockable front swivel wheels, though it's less suited to off-road terrain like woodland walks. Both seats have UPF50+ sun canopies, and it folds down tight enough to stand on its own. It's quite long with a gap between seats that takes getting used to, and the car seat is tricky to attach.
- Orientation
- Tandem
- Weight
- 11.24kg
- Max load
- 15kg
- Price guide
- RRP £240
Pros
- Super lightweight for a double buggy
- Easy, one-handed fold
- Large storage basket and good value for money
Cons
- Car seat is tricky to attach
- Not ideal for off-road terrain
- Handlebar isn't adjustable
Best for twins
iCandy Peach 7 Twin
Mumsnet's tester Tara, a twin mum, loved the look of it, saying it's very aesthetically pleasing with comfy carrycots and good quality material. Now in its seventh generation, it converts between single, double and twin mode using an adaptor set, with a seat unit just 36cm wide so you can wheel a sleeping baby straight out the front door. The carrycot converts to a seat after six months. It's expensive, tricky to assemble with multiple zips, and the one-handed fold takes getting used to.
- Orientation
- Tandem
- Weight
- 12.9kg (double mode)
- Max load
- 15kg per seat (25kg single mode)
- Price guide
- RRP £1,634
Pros
- Extremely versatile, with up to 25 configurations
- Carrycot converts to a seat
- Tandem design as narrow as a single pram
- Large wheels roll over most surfaces with ease
Cons
- Expensive
- Tricky to assemble, with multiple zips
- One-handed fold is hard to engage
Best for newborn and toddler
Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Double
Mumsnet's tester Liz, a mum of two, found it the lightest double buggy on their list at 10.5kg and only 66.5cm wide, geared towards urban life and fitting through most doorways. It offers two world-facing seats from birth or two parent-facing carrycots, with infinite recline and a reliable footbrake that Liz found secure even on hills. Bumper bars and a rain cover aren't included, the harness is fiddly, and it's not travel system-compatible.
- Orientation
- Side by side
- Weight
- 10.5kg
- Max load
- 15kg per seat
- Price guide
- RRP £509
Pros
- Lightweight and slimline
- Cosy carrycot option and compact fold
- Two extendable UPF50+ canopies
- Good value for money
Cons
- Small wheels don't cope well with rough terrain
- Fiddly harness
- Rain cover and bumper bars not included
Best all-terrain
Out 'n' About Nipper Double V6
Mumsnet's tester Brogan, a twin mum, found the seats particularly roomy, even with her 3.5-year-old twins nearing the buggy's upper age limit. Three large air-filled tyres and rear suspension glide over grass, gravel and uneven ground, and a lightweight aluminium frame keeps it manageable with two children aboard. At around 71 to 72cm it's still slim enough for most doorways. It's not travel system-compatible, isn't the most compact when folded, and is bulky for public transport.
- Orientation
- Side by side (three-wheel)
- Weight
- 15.79kg
- Max load
- 22kg per seat
- Price guide
- RRP £725
Pros
- Lightweight for a double buggy
- Roomy seats for larger children
- Effortless steering on all terrain
- Rain cover and removable storage basket included
Cons
- Not travel system-compatible
- Bulky for public transport
Best single-to-double
Bugaboo Donkey 6
Mumsnet found it smooth and easy to manoeuvre and sturdy across different surfaces, with the flexibility to run as a single buggy and convert to a double when a second child arrives. Comfortable, reversible seats and generous storage make it work well for a newborn and toddler together. It's heavy to lift at over 19kg fully assembled, doesn't fit through every doorway, is awkward on public transport, takes up most of a small boot, and needs a multi-step fold with seats removed for a compact fold.
- Orientation
- Side by side, converts single to double
- Weight
- 19.04kg (fully assembled with seat and carrycot)
- Max load
- 22kg per seat
- Price guide
- RRP £1,560 (£1,245 single, £1,690 twin)
Pros
- Smooth and easy to manoeuvre
- Sturdy across different surfaces
- Flexible single-to-double design
- Comfortable, reversible seats and generous storage
Cons
- Heavy to lift
- Doesn't fit through every doorway, awkward on public transport
- Takes up most of a small car boot, multi-step fold
Buying guide
Side-by-side or tandem?
Side-by-side buggies like the Mountain Buggy Duet and Baby Jogger City Tour 2 give both children the same view and are easier to load evenly, but can be wide for doorways. Tandem buggies like the Joie Evalite Duo and iCandy Peach 7 are narrower, often close to a single buggy's width, but the seats sit at different distances from the ground.
Will it fit through my front door?
Check the width carefully. The Mountain Buggy Duet is just 63cm wide, close to a single buggy, and its tester found it fit through his standard front door without folding. Wider side-by-sides and the Bugaboo Donkey 6 may not fit through every doorway.
What about rough terrain?
For grass, gravel and uneven paths, Mumsnet's testers rated the Out 'n' About Nipper Double V6 and Mountain Buggy Duet V4 highly, both using large air-filled tyres and suspension. Lighter travel-focused buggies like the Joie Evalite Duo and Baby Jogger City Tour 2 are better suited to pavements and city life.
Do I need a double buggy from birth, or can it grow with me?
The Bugaboo Donkey 6 and iCandy Peach 7 both start as a single buggy and expand for a second child, useful if your children aren't twins. Most others here, including the Mountain Buggy Duet and Nipper Double, are built as double buggies from the outset and take carrycots for newborns on both sides.
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