Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins or have two children that are close in age, a double stroller is essential. The best ones offer different ways for your children to ride with you, including side-by-side seating as well as a rider board attachment.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favorite stroller. It can be adapted to your family's needs seamlessly. It can fit two infant car seats and a toddler car seat which makes it a great option for twins as young as.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the most suitable twin stroller for families who want a stylish double side-by-side stroller. It's a little bigger than other Bugaboo strollers however it feels sturdy and built to last. It has an adjustable handlebar that can be extended and retracted easily. It has a decent reach so that my husband, who is 6'1", can easily push it when it is full of weight.
Pushchairs And Prams are comfortable and can be set up so that one child sits behind another or so that the children face each the other. The seats can recline independently from each other. The canopies are big, covering both seat fabrics if desired. They're not very ventilated which makes them be like an oven on hot days. They also don't have a peek-a-boo window to see the children.
One of the most unique aspects of this stroller is its capacity to grow with your family from one seat (Mono mode) to grow 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 another car seat or bassinet for newborns.
It is easy to navigate on smooth surfaces and can handle slopes and steps with ease. It can be difficult to maneuver around busy stores and restaurants. It is difficult to fold the seat, especially if it's connected. It's still compact and fits through most doors.
In mono mode, there is a storage bin next to the front seats. It is great for grocery shopping and other supplies. The main storage basket under the seats is huge and can support up to 100 pounds which is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is one of the best twin strollers for newborns. It is compatible with a range of bassinets and infant car seats (adapters are sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller straight out of the box. It can even accommodate two infant car seats or bassets simultaneously when you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
The V2 is a more refined version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is a half-inch higher, the footrest is more space and the canopy has an extender fabric that zips out and adds extra coverage. Additionally, the harness has been upgraded and no longer needs to be re-threaded, making it easy to adjust.
The stroller is fairly large wheels (8'' in front and 11.5 inches in the back) with a sturdy suspension, which means it is able to easily navigate all kinds of terrain. The front wheels are rubber, which makes them ideal for navigating rocks, gravel and cobblestones. The rear wheels have more tread to tackle the grassy hills and sidewalks.
Another excellent feature is the ability to attach a child's bike to the front of the stroller, making it a handy option for those who don't want to use an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have a child old enough to stand up then the Vista stroller can accommodate a third child with its piggyback board accessory.
Vista Vista is easy to use and set up. However, it takes some time to remove all the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow, and there is an YouTube video in case you need assistance understanding the steps.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 stroller is the most recent version of this renowned all terrain stroller. It's designed to appeal to families that are looking for style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting upgrades, including a built-in leg rest and a reclined seat that offers unbeatable comfort for children on long walks and jogs. Its sleek and agile design is also enhanced to allow for better mobility.
It's extremely light, making it easy to push and swift to accelerate when you're hitting the open road. Its suspension can handle abrupt changes in surface (like pavement to grass) with ease and the oversized wheels provide plenty of traction on even the most difficult terrain. It can easily climb kerbs without difficulty and can turn in tight spaces such as city streets with ease. It's easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and overcrowded parks.
Although the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it also retains the classic Thule qualities that make it the ideal jogger for parents. This includes an oversized canopy that offers an excellent sun protection as well as an easy-to-see window that can be opened for peekaboo, a top-quality harness system and an integrated handbrake with a perfectly in-tuned lever. It has plenty of storage space, including pockets in the seat and a large cargo bag that can hold up to 15 pounds.
This Thule jogger comes with a bassinet to accommodate strolling babies, and a double version that can hold two children. It can be used with car seat adapters so you can use your infant carrier and it features a simple fold that's one-handed to make it easy to transport or store. It's also a green choice with dyed solution-dyed fabrics in black colors to reduce water consumption.
Cortina Together
Designed for the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents flexible seating options that let them adjust to the individual needs of each child and preferences. The double stroller's two standard seats come with reclining backrests as well as 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 add-on straps and bars, as other models that require.
A padded 3-position handle comfortably accommodates mom or dad, and a zippered rear access large basket provides ample storage space for your gear. The tandem double stroller's wheels and suspension offer a smooth ride across all terrains, and the one-touch rear brakes that are linked and have a toe-tap activated make stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for its ease of use. This metric is based upon how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller. It also considers how easy it is to open and close the snack trays, 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 when fully loaded which puts it close to the beast end of our measurement. It also has limited visibility in the back seat when the car seat is fitted. In addition, the front tray release is sometimes difficult to operate, especially after long-term use. However, despite these issues, we consider this to be a great stroller to have for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - an affordable, lightweight stroller ideal for families with 2 children. Its front swivel-lock wheels rotate to move on flat surfaces, and lock for stability on bumpy ones making it easy to travel wherever you want to go. It also comes with a compact umbrella fold that folds down in seconds and stands upright for easy transport. Its lightweight aluminum frame, foam handles and strap for carrying make it one of the easiest to lift double strollers in our tests.
This stroller has seating that reclines independently and foot rests for the best comfort for both children. The large canopy provides UPF 50 protection and includes a peekaboo view to make it easy for monitoring. We wish the canopy was vented to let in more airflow though. We also didn't like that the cup holder sits 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 tipped over at a 39 degree angle, which is higher than the average for a double pram. It's heavier than the average, but offers more storage space for the price. The seats and handle are also well-padded.
This stroller is multi-functional, and has three modes. It can be used as a cart (for things) or Jogger mode (with two safety belts with five points for children) or car seat mode. It can fit one car seat for infants, however, pediatricians recommend waiting until your child is six months old before running with them and 1 year old before letting them go on rough terrain. It is available in black and comes with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a parenting and outdoor journalist for over 10 years. She has written about travel, 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 with her husband and twin daughters, aged 2 and 2.