Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller will be essential if you're expecting twins or if you have two children of the same age. The best ones offer multiple ways for your kids to ride, including side-by-side seating and an attachment for a rider board.
Strategist writer Lauren Ro's favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which is easily adapted as your family expands. It can be used with two infant car seats and an infant seat. This makes it an ideal choice for twins.
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 is solid and built to last. It has a handlebar which can be adjusted to extend and retract easily. It has a long reach, so my husband who is 6'1", can easily push it, even when it is full of weight.
Seats are comfortable and can be placed in a way that one child is behind another or so that the children are facing each the other. They can also recline in a different way from each other. The canopies are huge and cover both fabric if desired. However, they don't offer much ventilation so they can feel like a small oven on hot days. There's no way to see your children.
This stroller has an unique feature that allows it to expand with your family. It can go from a single seat (Mono Mode) to a double side by side stroller. It is the only double stroller convertible that can do this. It can even be used with a second bassinet or car seat for newborns.
It is simple to use on smooth surfaces, and it can handle slopes and stairs well. The only downside is that it could be difficult to navigate through the midst of crowded restaurants and shops. It can also be difficult to fold up, especially 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. This is ideal for 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 stroller we have listed!
Uppababy Vista v2
This is one of the most popular twin strollers for newly borns. It is compatible with a range of bassinets and infant car seats (adapters sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller right 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 an improved version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is about an inch higher, the footrest is more space and the canopy comes with a zip-out fabric extender that gives extra coverage. The harness has been updated, as it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller has reasonably large wheels (8 inches in the front and 11.5'' in the back) with a strong suspension, which means it is able to easily navigate all kinds of terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are ideal for navigating gravel and rocks and the tread on the rear wheels is better for grassy hills or sidewalks.
A child's bicycle can also be connected to the front of a stroller. This is a great solution for parents who don't wish to invest in a baby car seat. And if you have a child who is getting ready to stand and walk, the Vista can even fit the third child using its piggyback ride along board.
Vista is Vista is easy to use and set up, though it takes some time to remove all of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow, and there's a YouTube video in case you need assistance in understanding them.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the newest version of the popular all-terrain stroller and it's designed to draw the attention of modern families who prioritize style, sustainability, and adventure. It comes with exciting upgrades such as a built-in foot rest and a reclined seat, which offers the best comfort for children on long jogging and walks. Its sleek and agile design has been upgraded to improve its mobility.
It's incredibly lightweight, making it easy to push and quick to accelerate once you're on the open road. Its suspension handles abrupt changes in the surface (like grass to pavement) with ease and the large wheels offer ample traction even on the most difficult terrain. It is able to easily move up kerbs and around tight spaces such as city streets. It's even a breeze to navigate narrow sidewalks and overcrowded parks.
The brand new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that offers parents plenty of comfort and convenience. It comes with a huge canopy that provides great sun protection, a convenient peekaboo window, a high-quality harness system, and a handbrake integrated with an extremely tuned lever. It has plenty of storage space, including pockets in the seat and a massive cargo bag that can accommodate up to 15 pounds.
This Thule jogger also comes with a bassinet, for strolling newborns, and a double version to accommodate two children. It can be used with car seat adapters so that you can use your infant carrier and it comes with a one-handed fold to make it easy to transport and store. It's also a green choice, as it uses solution-dyed fabric in its black color choices.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for growing families and offers parents the option of seating to accommodate the needs and preferences of every child. The two stroller seats of the double stroller have canopies that are reclining and backrests that are independent. The seats are also designed to accept Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the #1 baby car seat that is rated the highest in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A padded 3-position handle comfortably accommodates mom or dad, and a rear zipper access large basket provides ample storage space for your gear. The tandem double stroller's wheels and suspension offer a smooth ride across any terrain, and the one-touch linked rear brakes with toe-tap activation make stopping a breeze.
In strollers double strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high scores for ease of use. This is based on how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller. It also includes the ease with which it is for you to open and close the snack trays as well as engage and deengage brakes, lift the folded stroller and carry it like the trunk of a car.
This model isn't perfect. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded, which puts it closer to the beast end of our metric. Additionally, it is not able to see clearly in the back seat when the car seat is in place. Lastly, the front tray release can be difficult to operate, particularly after long-term use. Despite these issues we still believe that this is an excellent stroller for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - A lightweight, budget-friendly 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 go where you want to go. It also has a compact umbrella fold that folds down in seconds and stands upright to make it easy to transport. Its aluminum frame is lightweight, and its foam handle and carrying strap makes it one of the easiest double strollers we have seen in our tests.
This stroller with a side-by-side design offers seating that reclines independently and foot rests to provide maximum comfort for both kids. 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 however. We were not happy the fact that the cup holder sits very high up on the frame. You'll need to bend down to reach it.
In our tipping-test in our tipping-test, the Jeep fell over at a 39 degree angle, which is more than average for the double pram. It's heavier than the average however, it has more storage space for the price. The seats and handle are also well-padded.
The stroller is multi-functional and features three modes. It can be used as a wagon (for stuff) as well as a the jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for children) or car seat mode. It can accommodate one car seat for infants, but pediatricians recommend waiting until your child is six months old before running with them, and one 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 more than a decade. She has written about travel, shopping, food, tech and parenting. 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 aged two years old.