3 Wheel Double Buggy
The Fox 5 is an all-terrain stroller that's perfect for parents who love to go off-road. Its suspension is impressive, as well as large, puncture proof wheels.
Claire, our tester, was impressed by the packaging. It was simple to open and clean. She found it to be among the easiest and fastest pieces of baby equipment to assemble. She tried it on some rough terrain and was amazed by its performance.
Seats
The majority of triple buggies begin life as single pushchairs, although some can be converted to take a second seat or carrycot using adapters (these are usually more common in tandem buggies). There are also models will allow you to add a ride-on board for older children who would like to walk but still need some help.
Take a look at the Joie Evalite Duo for a lightweight option perfect for urban streets. It's easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous basket that has plenty of storage. It can accommodate twins from birth and will accommodate two car seats or seats and a carrycot. The seats are required to be oriented forward and there's no room for a shopping bag underneath which is why you'll need a backpack for that.
If you're looking to travel off-road and off-road, the Mountain Buggy Duet is a excellent choice. It's a side by side with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy on the market. This makes it easier to squeeze through doors that are narrow and on public transport, and enables you to climb up and down kerbs without much trouble. It also has a handbrake on the adjustable handlebar to provide additional security and safety.
Another option that is light weight is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 Double it can be used for twins or a baby and toddler. The seats can be reclining in multiple positions with UPF 50+ sunshades. The canopy can be adjusted to ensure that the sun doesn't touch your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can even be transformed into a triple using the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board for mobile older kids.
The iCandy Orange is one of the most popular double buggies available, thanks to its superb comfort. It's a true all-terrain pushchair with a soft suspension that makes light work of bumpy surfaces. It can accommodate a massive 30 seating configurations, and includes an integrated ride-on board that can be used for older kids who prefer walking, plus a 'cinema seating' mode which raises the back seat to improve visibility.
Alternatively, the phil&teds dot is a brilliant single buggy from day 1 that is able to easily be adapted to take 2 (or 3!) in a variety of configurations. This is particularly helpful if you have an infant in a car seat, since the frame can be fitted with a wedgie to allow for optimal lie-flat positioning, or car seat adapters to many brands.
Suspension
The suspension of a double 3-wheel buggy will determine how easily you and your child/children can push it. three wheel pushchair is crucial to have a smooth ride as babies can feel every bump that comes along the road. This is especially the case if you're driving on rough terrain such as grass or unpaved roads. Some models also have locking front wheels to assist in maneuvering and navigating obstacles such as curbs.
Certain models have air-filled tyres which will give you a great all-terrain experience, but they can be prone to punctures, so make sure you have a spare set in the trunk. Other models use gel or foam tyres that are designed to take the bumps and can be less susceptible to punctures, but you might find them a little stiff and uncomfortable on your child's back should you choose to jog.
Our award-winning side-by-side duet buggy comes with a superb suspension that can get you over any terrain with ease and comfort making it the ideal buggy for city strolls. You can also upgrade the duet by adding our dual kit in order to take 2 children - all within the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath tested the Urban Glide 2 through its paces with her newborn and 3 year old children, and discovered that it performed admirably on difficult terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over grass and bumpy pavements dirt tracks, cobbles and cobbles with ease and was easy to manoeuvre around corners and go up and down kerbs. The 16" rear wheels, combined with the lockable swivel wheel on the front, create an extremely comfortable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 has a lot of features, like large seats with padded cover, hood with 50+ UV protection, and easy-to-use and rechargeable visibility lights.
Folding
A three-wheel double buggy can be folded up neatly to store it. There are models that fold flat, stand up (as as if they were the form of a pushchair) and those that pop out to reveal a more umbrella-style folding, with a hand-operated break. In general the more wheels a buggy comes with the more comfortable it will be to navigate on rough terrain. This is particularly true if your wheels are bigger than the average size. You will have more stability, and it will be less likely that you need to flip or tip your child.
The iCandy Wave is a popular choice. It can be used in conjunction with an infant car seat from birth, and later converted into a double buggy side-by-side when your child is older. It's a light-feeling option that makes it simple to push and is packed with extra features like bumper bars and a raincover.
The phil&teds sports is a different option. It is future-proof as it's an excellent buggy, and can be modified to take two (or three!) in its small footprint. It features an innovative 3-wheel design that includes the sling seat to provide better maneuverability, stability, and the ability to pop the kerb.
If you're looking to jog with your kids it is the best double buggies for jogging as it comes with a lockable swivel front wheel that helps you remain in control when you're tackling off-road or hilly tracks. 3 wheel buggy comes with a large undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar, and a soft suspension to ensure an enjoyable ride.
This is a light, compact option that is easy to fold using just one hand. It's perfect for travel. It is compatible with many infant car seats, and has a handy undercarriage basket to store items. It's on the costly side, but has several distinctive features that make it an excellent value choice, including its easy one-click fold and a host of other features like a bumper bar and raincover.
Storage
Many people are impressed by the storage capacity of a 3 wheel double buggy. Some models, such as the Roma Atlas, have a large basket and two zip pockets on the hood where you can store your phone and keys. It is also designed to be able to handle a little rough terrain which makes it a great choice for family walks or all-terrain walks.
Other models like the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space, and the ability to carry twins or a baby and a toddler (it takes their 'PiggyBack' board to make this possible). It's the slimmest side-by-side double on the market and comes with some impressive tech including game-changing LED visibility lights that change on each side of the buggy frame to ensure safety in dim lighting conditions.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a stroller that is light enough to accommodate twins from birth and is world-facing with a lie-flat position It's something completely different. Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate the additional seat but it still only weighs about 11kg, which makes it easy to move and lift. It can also accommodate the form of a car seat or a carrycot, so you can have the best of both worlds. it will help your budget in the future since you don't need to purchase a new buggy as soon as you get it.