Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins or two children that are close in age the double stroller is essential. The best strollers offer different ways for your children to ride such as side-by-side seating, and a rider board attachment.
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 and an infant seat, making it a great option for twins as young as.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the ideal double stroller for families looking for a stylish, side-byside double stroller. It's a little bigger than other Bugaboo strollers however, it is solid and built to last. It comes with a handlebar that can be adjusted to extend and retract easily. It has a decent reach, so my husband who is 6'1" is able to easily push it when it is full of weight.
Seats are spacious, and can be placed so that one child sits in front of another or so that children face each the other. They can also recline in a different way from each other. The canopies are big, covering both seat fabrics when desired. They're not very ventilated and can be like an oven on hot days. There's no peek-a-boo window to see your kids.
One of the most distinctive features 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. This is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can be used in conjunction with the bassinet for infants or a car seat.
double stroller with car seat is easy to maneuver on smooth surfaces, and can handle slopes and steps with ease. The only downside is that it can be difficult to navigate through crowded shops and restaurants. It is also a little difficult to fold, particularly when the seats are tucked away. It's still compact and fits through most doors.
There is an additional storage bin that can be tucked away on the frame, next to the front seat in mono mode. It is great for grocery shopping and other items. The main storage basket under the seats is big and can hold up to 100 pounds. This is more than any other stroller on our list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This is one of the top twin strollers for new borns. It can be used right from the box as a double stroller and is compatible with many bassies and infant car seats. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters allow you to use two infant car seats at once.
The V2 is a more refined version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is about an inch taller, the footrest has more space and the canopy has a zip-out fabric extender that provides additional coverage. The harness is also modernized, as it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a strong suspension system, which allows it to handle any terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are great for navigating gravel and rocks and the tread on the rear wheels is better for sidewalks or grassy hills.
Another feature that is great is the capability to attach a child's bike to the front of the stroller, which is a handy option for those who aren't interested in using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have an older child who is able to stand and walk, the Vista can even fit the third child using its piggyback ride along 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 simple to follow and there is also an YouTube video available if you need more help.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the most recent version of the popular stroller that is made to draw the attention of modern families who are a fan of style, sustainability, and adventure. It features exciting improvements including a built-in feet rest and an updated reclining seat, which promises unbeatable comfort for children during long walks and jogs. Its sleek, agile design also increases its maneuverability.
It's incredibly lightweight, making it easy to push and easy to accelerate when you're hitting the road. Its suspension can take on sudden changes in the surface (such as pavement to grass) and the large tires offer enough traction for any terrain. It's able to move up kerbs and around tight spaces, like city streets. Even small sidewalks and crowded parks are no problem.
Although the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it also retains the classic Thule features that make it a top jogger for parents. The huge canopy offers great sun protection, comes with an easy peekaboo feature and a top-quality harness system and an integrated handbrake that is precisely adjusted. It also comes with ample storage, with in-seat storage pockets and a huge cargo basket that holds up to 15 pounds and comes with the zip-top cover.
This Thule Jogger comes with a bassinet for strolling babies, and a double version that can hold two children. It comes with car seat adapters, meaning that you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also has an one-handed folding system to help you transport it or store. It's also a green option since it is made of solution-dyed fabric in its black color options.
Cortina Together
Designed for the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents versatile seating options that can be adjusted to each child's individual needs and preferences. The two stroller seats of the double stroller have reclined backrests and canopies that are separate. The seats are also designed to take Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the top rated infant car seat, in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A comfortable three-position handle can be used by dad or mom, and a zippered rear access basket offers plenty of storage space for all of your gear. The wheels and suspension of the tandem double stroller ensure smooth riding across any terrain. The 1-touch linked rear breaks when activated by a toe-tap, making stopping simple.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high scores for its ease of use. This metric is based upon how easy it is for you to fold and set up the stroller. It also considers the ease with which it is to open and close the snack trays, engage and disengage brakes, and then lift the stroller that is folded and carry it as if it were the trunk of a car.
There are some downsides to this model, though. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded, which puts it closer to the beast end of our measurement. Additionally, it has a limited view from the back seat when the car seat is fitted. Additionally, the front tray release can be difficult to operate, particularly after long-term use. However, despite these issues, we think that this is a great stroller to have for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is a lightweight, affordable stroller ideal for families with two kids. Its front swivel lock wheels rotate to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces, and secure for stability on bumpy ones which makes it easy to travel wherever you want to go. It comes with an umbrella that folds compactly and can be closed in a matter of seconds. It also stands upright to make transporting it easier. Its light aluminum frame, foam handles and strap for carrying make it one of the easiest to lift double strollers in our tests.
This stroller has independently reclining seats for maximum comfort. Its oversized canopy extends to provide UPF 50 sun protection. It has a peekaboo window that allows for easy monitoring. We'd like to see the canopy ventilated to allow for more airflow, though. We also didn't love that the cup holder sits very high on the frame, which means you'll have to bend down to reach it.
In our test of tipping, the Jeep fell over at 39 degrees of angle which is higher than average for a double stroller. It's a bit heavier, but offers more storage for the money. The seats and handle are also well-padded.
This versatile stroller has three modes: wagon (just for things) and Jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses for kids) and car seat mode. It can accommodate a single car seat for infants. However, pediatricians suggest that you wait until your child is 6 months old before you run with them. It comes in black and comes with a lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters is a parenting and outdoors journalist who has written about travel, shopping, tech, food and parenting for over a decade including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco, California with her husband and twin daughters who are 2 years old.