Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double buggy from birth stroller is essential if you’re expecting twins or if you have two children of the same age. The top double strollers provide numerous ways to ride your children including side by side seating and an attachment for a board.
Strategist writer Lauren Ro’s favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which is easily adapted as your family expands. It can fit two infant car seats as well a toddler seat which makes it an ideal option for twins starting at birth.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the most suitable twin stroller for families who want a stylish double side-by-side stroller. It is a bit larger than other Bugaboo strollers however it feels 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″ is able to easily push it when fully laden.
The seats are spacious and can be positioned to place one child on top of the other or to have children face each the other. The seats can recline independently from each other. The canopies are huge and cover both seat fabrics if desired. However, they don’t offer much ventilation so they can be like a tiny oven on hot days. There is no peek-a-boo to see your kids.
One of the most unique aspects of this stroller is its capacity to adapt to your family’s needs from one seat (Mono mode) all the way to a double side-by-side stroller. It is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can be used with baby bassinets or a car seat.
It is easy to use on smooth surfaces, and it is able to handle stairs and slopes with ease. It isn’t easy to maneuver around busy eateries and shops. It is difficult to fold the seat back, especially if it is attached. It is still fairly small, however, and is able to fit through most doors easily.
In mono mode, there’s a storage bin in front of the front seats. This is ideal for groceries and other things. The main storage basket beneath the seats is massive and can accommodate up to 100 pounds, which is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista V2
This stroller is among the best double stroller twin strollers for newborns. It can be used right from the box as a double stroller, and is compatible with many bassies and infant car seats. It can even accommodate two infant car seats or bassets simultaneously if you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
Comparatively to the first Vista, The V2 has added a few enhancements to make it better. The toddler seat has been elevated by a half inch, the footrest is larger and the canopy has an additional fabric extension that zips out. Additionally, the harness has been upgraded and doesn’t require re-threaded, making it easy to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with big wheels (8″ in front and 11.5″ in the back) and a strong suspension system that allows it to navigate any terrain. The rubber wheels on the front are ideal to navigate through rocks and gravel, while the tread on the rear wheels is more suitable for sidewalks or grassy hills.
A child’s bicycle can be attached to the front of a stroller. This is a great choice for parents who don’t wish to use an infant car seat. If you have a child who is old enough to stand up, the Vista stroller can fit another child in with its piggyback board accessory.
Vista is Vista is simple to use and set up, however it takes some time to unpack all of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow and there’s also an YouTube video if you need more help.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 stroller is the most recent version of this popular all terrain stroller. It’s designed for families who are looking for style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting improvements such as a built-in foot rest and an updated reclined seat that promises unbeatable comfort for children during long jogging and walks. Its sleek and agile design has been enhanced for improved maneuverability.
It is extremely light, making it simple to drive and swift to accelerate on the road. Its suspension is able to handle sudden changes in surfaces (like grass to pavement) easily and the oversized wheels provide ample traction even on the roughest of terrains. It’s able to climb over kerbs and turn tight spaces such as city streets. It’s easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and crowded parks.
Although the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it still retains the classic Thule features that make it an ideal jogger for parents. The oversized canopy provides excellent sun protection, a convenient peekaboo, a high quality harness system, and an integrated handbrake that’s perfectly adjusted. It also comes with ample storage, including in-seat storage pockets and a huge cargo basket that can hold up to 15 pounds with a zip-top cover.
This Thule Jogger also comes with bassinets, ideal for strolling babies, and a double model to accommodate two children. It also has car seat adapters, meaning that you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also comes with an one-handed folding system to help you transport it or store. It’s also a green option since it is made of dyed-solution fabric in black color options.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and offers parents a variety of seating options to accommodate the needs and preferences of every child. The two seats in the double stroller come with reclined backrests and canopies that are independent. The seats are also designed to accept Chicco’s KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the top baby car seat that is rated the highest in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A large, zipper-accessible basket on the rear offers ample storage for gear. The handle is cushioned to accommodate mom or dad. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller provide an easy ride across any terrain. The 1-touch linked rear breaks with toe-tap activated make stopping easy.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for ease of use. This metric is based on how simple it is to fold and set up the stroller and to adjust the safety harness as well as the snack tray, engage and deengage the brakes, then lift and carry the folded stroller as if placing it in a trunk, and for double strollers that are compatible, install and remove the infant car seat.
We did discover some flaws to this model, though. First, it’s heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded which puts it close to the top of our metric. In addition, it has limited visibility in the back seat when the car seat is in place. Lastly the front tray release can be difficult to operate, especially after long-term use. Despite these issues, we consider this to be an excellent stroller for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller – a lightweight, affordable stroller for families with 2 children. Its lock wheels on the front allow for smooth maneuverability on flat surfaces and lock to provide stability on bumpy surfaces. It also comes with a compact umbrella fold that can be closed in a matter of seconds and can be set up to make it easy to transport. Its aluminum frame that is lightweight, foam handle and carrying strap makes it one of the easiest double strollers we have seen in our tests.
This tandem stroller features independently reclining seats for maximum comfort. Its canopy is large and offers UPF 50 protection and includes a peekaboo view for easy monitoring. We wish the canopy was vented to let in more airflow though. We also didn’t like that the cup holder is very high on the frame, which means you’ll have to bend to reach it.
In our tipping-test in our tipping-test, the Jeep fell over at a 39-degree angle, which is higher than average for a double pram. It’s a bit heavier however, it has more storage for the money. 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), jogger mode (with two safety belts with five points for kids) or car seat mode. It can fit a single infant car seat. However, pediatricians advise that you wait until your child is six months old to jog with them. It comes in black and has a limited lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist and parent for more than a decade. She has written about travel and shopping, food, tech and parenting. She’s also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She currently lives in San Francisco with her husband and 2-year-old twin daughters.
