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Jiang Reid posted an update 8 months ago
Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you’re expecting twins or two children who are similar in age A double stroller is essential. The best ones offer numerous ways for your children to ride such as side-by-side seating, and an attachment for a rider board.
Strategist writer Lauren Ro’s favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, that is a perfect fit as your family expands. 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 ideal double stroller for families who are looking for a stylish, side-byside double stroller. It is a little bit bulkier than the other Bugaboo models however, it is sturdy and built to last. It has a handlebar that can be adjusted to retract and extend easily. It also has a great reach, so it’s easy for my husband of 6’1 to push, even when loaded.
The seats are comfortable and can be positioned to place one child behind the other, or to have the children face each the other. The seats can recline independently of each other. The canopies cover both fabric seats If you want. But they don’t have much ventilation so they can be like a tiny oven on hot days. There’s no peek-a-boo window to see your kids.
This stroller comes with a unique feature that allows it to expand with your family. It can be converted from a single seat (Mono Mode) to the double side by side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible to 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 drawback is that it can be difficult to navigate in crowded shops and restaurants. It can also be difficult to fold, especially when seats are attached. It’s still compact and can fit through most doors.
There is a storage bin that is attached to the frame, next to the front seat in mono mode. This is ideal for shopping and other items. The main storage basket under the seats is big and can hold up to 100 lbs. double pram stroller is more than any other stroller we have listed!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is among the best twin strollers designed for newborns. It can be used with a variety of infant car seats and bassinets (adapters sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller straight out of the box. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters let you use two infant car seats at once.
The V2 is a more refined version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is a half-inch taller, the footrest has more space, and the canopy comes with an extender fabric that zips out and provides additional coverage. Also, the harness has been modernized – it doesn’t require changed out, making it simple to adjust.
The stroller is fairly large wheels (8” in the front and 11.5” in the back) with strong suspension, which means it is able to easily navigate any terrain. The rubber wheels on the front are perfect for navigating rocks and gravel, while the tread on the rear wheels is better for sidewalks and grassy hills.
Another feature that is great is the ability 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. And if you have a child who is able to stand, the Vista can accommodate the third child using its piggyback ride-along board accessory.
The Vista is simple to use and set up, however it does take some time to unpack all 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 stroller is the most recent version of the popular all-terrain stroller. It’s designed for families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting improvements like a built-in foot rest and an updated reclined seat that promises the best comfort for children on long walks and jogs. Its sleek, agile design also increases its maneuverability.
It’s extremely light, which makes it easy to push and swift to accelerate once you’re on the road. Its suspension can handle sudden changes in surface (such as grass to pavement) and the oversized tires offer enough traction for any terrain. It is able to climb kerbs with no trouble and it turns in tight spaces such as city streets with precision. Even narrow sidewalks and parks with lots of people are no problem.
The brand new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that provides parents with plenty of comfort and ease. The oversized canopy provides excellent sun protection, has a convenient peekaboo, a high quality harness system, and an integrated handbrake that’s perfectly adjusted. It also comes with plenty of storage, including in-seat storage pockets and a large cargo basket that holds up to 15 pounds with an open-top cover.
This Thule Jogger also has a bassinet, for strolling newborns and a double version that can accommodate two children. It comes with car seat adapters so that you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also has an easy-folding system that can be folded with one hand to help you transport it or store. It also comes in a green option, using dyed solution-dyed fabrics in black hues to cut down on the use of water.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and provides parents with a variety of seating options to meet the preferences and needs of each child. The two stroller seats of the double stroller feature canopies that are reclining and backrests that are independent. The seats are also designed to accept Chicco’s KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the number one rated infant car seat, in both the rear and front seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A large, zipper-accessible basket at the rear provides ample storage for gear. The handle is cushioned to fit dad or mom. The wheels and suspension of the tandem double stroller offer smooth riding on all terrains. The rear is linked with a single touch. breaks when activated by a toe-tap, making stopping simple.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for its ease of use. This metric is based on the ease with which it is for you to fold and set up the stroller. It also includes how easy it is to open and close the snack tray, engage and disengage brakes, and then lift the folded stroller and carry it as if it were an actual trunk.
This model has some shortcomings. First, it’s heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded, which puts it closer to the top of our metric. It also has a limited view from the back seat when a car seat is installed. The front tray release can be difficult to use, especially after prolonged usage. Even with these limitations, we consider this to be a great double stroller that will be able to keep up with your family for years to come.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is an affordable, lightweight stroller that’s perfect for families with two children. Its front swivel lock wheels rotate to maneuver on flat surfaces and secure for stability on bumpy ones, making it easy to get where you want to go. It also features an umbrella fold that closes in a matter of seconds and can be set up for easy transport. Its aluminum frame that is lightweight, carrying strap and handle made of foam makes it one of the easiest double strollers to lift in our tests.
This stroller with a side-by-side design offers independently reclining seats and foot rests to ensure the best comfort for both children. Its canopy is large and offers UPF 50 protection and includes a peekaboo view for easy monitoring. We would like to have the canopy vented to allow more airflow. We weren’t a fan of the fact that the cup holder is very high up on the frame. You’ll have to bend down in order to reach it.
In our tipping test, the Jeep fell over at a 39-degree angle, which is higher than average for a double pram. It’s also heavier than our top picks however, it has plenty of storage space for the cost and has plenty of padding in the seats as well as the handle.
The stroller is a versatile model with three modes it can be used in: wagon (just for things) as well as jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses for children) and car seat mode. It can accommodate one car seat for infants however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is 6 months old before jogging with them. They should also be one year old before letting them run on rough terrain. It is available in black and has a limited lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist in the field of parenting and outdoor for over a decade. She has written about travel and food, shopping, tech and parenting, and has 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 2 years.