Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller is essential if you're expecting twins or have two children who are similar in age. The best ones offer numerous ways for your children to ride with you, including side-by-side seating as well as the ability to attach a rider's board.
Strategist writer Lauren Ro's favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which adapts seamlessly as your family expands. It can accommodate two infant car seats, as well as a toddler seat. This makes it a great choice for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the best twin stroller for families that want a stylish double side-by-side stroller. It is a little larger than the other Bugaboo models but it's solid and built to last. It has a movable handlebar that can be extended and retracted easily. It also has a great reach, making it easy for my husband of 6'1 to push, even when loaded.
Seats are large and can be positioned in a way that one child is behind another or so that children are facing each one. The seats can recline independently of each other. The canopies cover both fabric seats If you want. They don't have much ventilation, so they can be like an oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window that allows children to peek in.
One of the most distinctive features of this stroller is its ability to grow with your family from one seat (Mono mode) to grow to a double side-by-side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can even be used with a second car seat or bassinet for newborns.
It is easy to maneuver on smooth surfaces, and is able to handle steps and slopes well. It isn't easy to maneuver around busy restaurants and shops. It can be difficult to fold the seat, especially if it is connected. It's still pretty compact though, and it is able to fit through most doors easily.
There is an additional 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 large 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 top twin strollers for newborns. It can be used right out of box as a double stroller, and is compatible with a variety of infant car seats and bassets. It can even accommodate two infant car seats or bassets simultaneously if you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
Compared to the original Vista, The V2 has made a few changes to make it better. The toddler seat is now elevated by a half inch, the footrest is larger, and the canopy is an additional fabric extension that zips out. The harness is also modernized in that it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it easier to adjust.
The stroller comes with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a robust suspension system, which lets it handle any terrain. The front wheels are rubber, which makes them ideal for navigating through rocks, gravel and cobblestones. While the rear wheels have more tread to conquer paths and grassy hills.
Another great feature is the ability to attach a child's bike to the front of the stroller, making it a handy option for those who aren't keen on using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have a child who is old enough to stand then the Vista stroller can fit another child in with its piggyback board accessory.
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 also a YouTube video available for assistance if you require more information.
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 are looking for style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting improvements like a built-in foot rest and a new reclining seat, which promises the best comfort for children on long jogging and walks. Its sleek and agile design has been upgraded to improve its mobility.
It's extremely light, which makes it a breeze to push and quick to accelerate on the road. Its suspension can handle sudden changes in surface (such as grass to pavement) and the large tires offer enough traction for any terrain. It is able to climb kerbs with no difficulty, and it can maneuver in tight spaces like streets in cities with aplomb. It's easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and overcrowded parks.
Although twin pushchairs offers superior performance, it still retains the classic Thule qualities that make it the ideal jogger for parents. The large canopy offers excellent sun protection, an easy peekaboo as well as a premium harness system and a handbrake that's perfectly tuned. It also has ideal storage, with in-seat storage pockets and a large cargo basket that can hold up to 15 pounds and comes with an open-top cover.
This Thule Jogger also has an infant bassinet for strolling babies, and a double model to accommodate two children. It can be used with car seat adapters so you can use the infant carrier of your child, and it comes with a fold that is one-handed, making it easy to carry or store. It also comes in a green option that uses dyed solution-dyed fabrics in black colors to reduce the use of water.
Cortina Together
For the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents flexible seating options that let them adjust to each child's unique needs and preferences. The two stroller seats of the double stroller have canopies that are reclining and backrests that are independent. They're also engineered to accept 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 add-on bars and straps, like other models that require.
A large, zip-up basket at the rear provides ample storage for equipment. The handle is cushioned to accommodate mom or dad. The tandem double stroller's suspension and wheels provide a smooth ride over all types of terrain, and the one-touch linked rear brakes with toe-tap activated make stopping easy.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high marks for ease of usage. This metric is based on how easy it is for you to fold and set up the stroller. It also reflects how easy it is to open and close the snack trays as well as engage and deengage brakes, raise the stroller when folded and then carry it as if it were the trunk of a car.
The model has a few flaws. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded, which is closer to the extreme side of our metric than the average for this category of strollers. It also has limited visibility when a car seat is mounted in the rear. In addition, the front tray release is sometimes difficult to operate, especially after long-term use. Despite these limitations, we consider this to be a great double stroller that will keep up with your family for 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 swivel-lock wheels turn to move on flat surfaces and ensure stability on bumpy ones, making it easy to travel wherever you want to go. It comes with a compact folding umbrella that can be closed in just a few seconds. It also stands upright to make transporting it simpler. Its aluminum frame is light, foam handles and carrying strap make it one of the easiest to lift double strollers we tested.
This tandem stroller features reclined seats that can be independently adjusted for maximum comfort. Its canopy is large and offers UPF 50 protection, and comes with a peekaboo view to make it easy for monitoring. We would like to have the canopy vented to allow more airflow. We also didn't like that the cup holder is extremely high on the frame, meaning you'll have to bend down to access it.
In our tipping test the Jeep fell over with only a 39-degree angle which is higher than average for a double stroller. It's also heavier than our top picks, however, it has a decent amount of storage space at a reasonable price and has a decent amount of padding in the seats as well as the handle.
The stroller is multi-functional and has three modes. It can be used as a wagon (for stuff) or Jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for children) as well as a car seat mode. It can accommodate one car seat for infants, however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is six months old before running with them and 1 year old before taking them on rough terrain. It is available in black with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist and parent for more than a decade. She has written about travel and food, shopping, technology 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.