Choosing a Double Pram and Pushchair
A good double pram or pushchair can simplify the lives of families, especially on busy streets or in stores and shops. Pick a model with ample storage space for nappies, snacks, and other necessities.
Some parents who are first-time parents choose a future proof pushchair that can be used as a single pram when baby is born. It can be converted into a twin mode when the baby is old enough. Joolz offers a variety of these options.
Tandem
The news that you’re expecting to have a baby is among the most exciting moments in your life. But, once the excitement of the beginning fades and reality sinks in, you may be faced with a variety of decisions about how to prepare your family for the arrival of your new one or one. One of the most important aspects to consider is choosing the best pram or pushchair.
Tandem prams (also called ‘in-line’ double prams) are a timeless design that have two bassinets or seats for prams arranged side by side. The front seat, which is usually cushioned, reclines and is suitable for infants. The second seat is more upright and is designed to accommodate toddlers as young as 3 years. Some models let you select whether your children stare at each other or outwards. Many tandems can be converted to one pushchair once your oldest child is no longer in need of the second seat.
A tandem is cheaper than twin prams and can be an ideal choice for parents who wish to save money without losing safety or function. However, one disadvantage of a tandem is that it can feel long and heavy to steer especially when moving up and down kerbs. Additionally, it is usually less stable than a twin pushchair, particularly if the older child is seated at the front. A tandem can be difficult to get onto public transport and can be difficult to navigate on narrow pavements.
The iCandy Peach, a popular model that is focused on image, is a great choice for parents who are single and want an attractive style. However the tandem mode makes it feel heavy and long to push. It has frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate a second seat. It can be used with a variety of buggy seats, car seats, and carrycots (two at a time or separately). The iCandy Wave tandem is another lightweight option that’s easy-to-use and compatible with a variety of carrycots or car seats.
Side by side
There are a lot of things to take into consideration when selecting a double pram or pushchair. Whether you’re buying for twins or siblings close in age there are a variety of configuration options to take into account. Tandem prams, also referred to as side-by-side prams, are popular options because they can be set up in a way that the infant can be seated in the bassinet at the top while the older child or toddler is sitting in the second chair.
Some models have reversible seating that let you customize the seating arrangement for your family members throughout the infant and toddler years. This lets you be able to watch your children at all times, and gives them the chance to interact as they walk.
Tandem prams can be jogging buggies or all-terrain buggies. They are ideal for outdoor excursions, like to the park. They’re also a great option when you have to traverse narrow checkout aisles or isles in supermarkets, as they are generally more compact than single-seaters.
The Redsbaby JIVE3 Pram, for instance can be used as a tandem pram right from birth in dual mode, with the addition of the rumble seat (PS249). You can then change to a single pram mode once your child grows out of the rumble seat, or use the adaptors for car capsules (PS53) to turn it into a traveler from infant to toddler.
The Side by Side Pram from Babybee is a different alternative. The side-by-side double pram is available in a range of colors and features an attractive modern style. The design is intended to be used from birth, you can also add the LUNA newborn cocoon (PS262) or the LUNA infant seats (PS53 each) to ensure your children are secure and comfortable.
If you’re looking for a sleek and stylish pushchair that converts into a side-byside double and a side-by-side double, the Egg 2 from Chicco is an excellent choice. It’s available in a variety of infant seat and carrycot combinations to accommodate twins or siblings of different age groups. It’s also easy to fold. It’s also lightweight and compact, making it a great option for those with small cars or limited space for storage.
Convertible
Some of the best double prams or pushchairs can be made into various seats to meet your changing needs. You can fit two toddlers in seats or a third child on the seat board and have space for a basket to store your shopping, and the capability to add accessories like rain covers is a advantage. Most convertible double strollers are more spacious and heavier than single pushchairs as they are required to be able to hold two or more children. The Graco Modes Nest2Grow is one instance of a low-cost convertible which is very user-friendly, but our testers thought it was a little heavy for the money.
Some Cosatto Supa Dupa Double Stroller: Lightweight And Compact (https://www.pushchairsandprams.uk/products/cosatto-supa-dupa-double-stroller-lightweight-compact) strollers that convert into convertibles, such as the Baby Jogger City Select 2 include a carrycot suitable for babies. This helps to reduce the size of the double stroller when it is not being used and makes it more compact. Our testers were impressed with the City Select’s clever one-handed fold, though it takes some time to master. It’s also quite agile and responsive, despite it being bigger than other double strollers.
Another option that is reasonably priced is the Cybex Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller. It can be transformed from a parent-facing infant car seat to an forward-facing toddler seat. The bassinet-style mode is a great option for infants.
For more flexibility, look for a convertible that has dual modes like the iCandy Peach. It’s a compact double stroller double buggy that can hold two children side-by-side and can be used as a tandem, with the addition of a second seat kit and rider board. It is nimble and responsive, and our testers were impressed by its sleek design. It’s not quite as lightweight like some of the other models we’ve reviewed, but it has a large basket that’s ideal for parents who are carrying bags full of toys and other items.
Lightweight
Some parents want to ensure the future of their double pushchair if they have one child and are expecting another and a convertible model is a great option. The iCandy Peach can be converted from a single pushchair a double with the addition of a toddler’s seat, or the brand’s carrycot (which works well to sleep at night). The seats are extremely comfortable and our testers love that they can recline in various positions. They also like the design of the canopy, which has a window that peeks out and offers UPF 50+ protection. The rear seat can also be raised to provide a standing platform for the older child to climb off and on to allow them to access items in the basket of groceries.
The only drawback of the iCandy Peach is that it is quite heavy, however Cher felt this was offset by its ease to move around and how big the storage is, with two hanging parent and child cup holders as well as seat-back pockets, and an enormous underseat basket. Cher also loved that the seats can be turned to be positioned to face each other, which is perfect for siblings who want to interact and talk while out and out and about.
A lighter and equally impressive choice is the Delta Children LX side-by-side stroller that weighs only 18 lbs, is super compact and has an auto-standing fold that makes it easy to transport and store in your trunk or at home. Parents appreciate the high-quality materials and workmanship, and the affordable price. The only downside is that the seats don’t recline as far as other models we’ve examined, and the rear seat isn’t very well-lit because of its position that is higher than the front seat.
The Joolz Geo 3 is another popular option. It’s slim, sleek, and easy to steer, and comes with a lifetime guarantee. Although they are narrower side-by-side prams may be more spacious than tandems and inline doubles. This can make them difficult to maneuver on busy footpaths and in shops. However, they’re usually shorter too, so can be easier to turn in tight spaces than tandems.
