Best Double Strollers of 2024, Tested & Reviewed

Two's company: these double strollers are the perfect pick for your dynamic duo.

Whether you're hauling twins, siblings, or friends the double stroller makes travel convenient and fun.

The best double strollers have versatile infant and toddler configurations, are comfortable and easy to use, are compact and lightweight, and can fold to fit easily in a small trunk.

We've been reviewing strollers for over 10 years. Here are the top 5 double strollers we've tested, followed by in-depth reviews.

There are a lot of important things to consider when you pick a double stroller. Will it be a side-by-side, or a tandem (inline) stroller? Will it fit through doorways or in the trunk of your car? Does it fit two kids of different ages and sizes, or only twins? Can you fold it up with one hand, and does it stand on its own? How lightweight does it need to be in order to lift it on your own? Answering some of these questions will help you pick the perfect double stroller for your family's needs.

This year, we combined our existing reviews with reviews of three new models we think you'll love. From side-by-side to tandem, three-wheel to four-wheel, and lightweight to jogging to luxury, we tested them all! This year's winner is the awesome Bugaboo Donkey 5 Duo stroller, which also has the honor of appearing in our list of the best strollers of the year!

If you want to read more details about how we tested each stroller, scroll down to the bottom of this article and check out our comprehensive stroller buying guide.

Full disclosure: Some of these strollers, including the Contours, Mockingbird, and Joovy models, were sent to us as free test samples by the manufacturer.

Here are the Best Double Strollers of 2024!

1. Bugaboo Donkey 5 Duo Double Stroller.

This is a beautiful and amazingly versatile luxury stroller with excellent specifications and features. Starting with specifications, with the bassinet and toddler seat attached this stroller weighs 33 pounds and comes in at 29.1" wide, supporting up to about 49 pounds per seat. The width is pretty narrow for a side-by-side stroller, allowing you to fit through most doorways without any issues. The adjustable handlebar height extends from about 34" to 42" off the ground, making it great for short and tall parents alike. The Bugaboo can be used as a single stroller, usually referred to as the Mono (with the signature Donkey side luggage basket!), as a twin stroller with two bassinets, and finally with a second toddler seat as a double stroller, called the Duo. When you purchase the Duo as a bundle, as we did, it includes one toddler seat and one newborn bassinet. The seats are attached in a side-by-side configuration, and they can be reversed between forward-facing and rear-facing positions. Converting between all of these modes is surprisingly easy once you get the hang of it (definitely watch the videos on the Bugaboo website!), and you'll be immediately impressed by the simplicity. The bassinet is used until around 4-6 months old depending on neck and head control, and each toddler seat is used from about 6 months onward and supports up to 48.5 pounds.

Relative to the outgoing Donkey 3 (which was featured here last year), the new Donkey 5 offers a higher seating position, mesh ventilated bassinet panels, a new harness buckle, and more accessories. For features, here are some of the things we loved: the canopies are huge and include peek-a-boo windows. The bassinet has a front pocket, and its carry handle flips easily to the side to help you reach into your baby. The toddler seat also has a huge canopy, and when it's removed it stands nicely on its own when placed on the ground. This was one of the most maneuverable double strollers we've ever tried; the weight is very nicely distributed over the 4 wheels, the turning radius is extremely tight, and the foam wheels are super lightweight and puncture-proof. A couple of additional things we loved: you can convert it to a pull-behind stroller for use in more challenging terrain like beach sand, and it has an amazingly compact fold, especially when the wheels are removed. The lay-flat toddler seat is a nice bonus, and honestly, we completely fell in love with the craftsmanship, comfort, high-quality fabrics and components, smooth operation, and beautiful styling. Yes, it's heavy and large, but the only real thing we found wrong with the Donkey 5 Duo was the price! Coming in at close to $1900 with the bassinet and toddler seat attachments, this is the most expensive double stroller we've ever tested! Is it worth it? If you have the budget, you will absolutely love it! Who else loves the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Duo stroller? Our friends at Babylist and WhatToExpect consider it a top pick! Interested? You can check out this Bugaboo Donkey3 double stroller here.

2. Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller 2.0.

Love the idea of the Uppababy Vista V2 but don't love the price? The Mockingbird Single-to-Double stroller 2.0 (new for 2024) is an awesome newcomer to the stroller market, offering surprisingly high quality and versatility at about half the price of the Vista V2! We got our hands on the new 2.0 version of the Mockingbird Single-to-Double stroller early this year (thanks, Mockingbird!) and fell in love with its style, quality, and versatility. Not only does this stroller look great with its brushed aluminum and leather-look trim, it is surprisingly high quality for the price and offers some compelling versatility. The Mockingbird Single-to-Double lives up to its name by starting as a single stroller with an included toddler seat that can be configured in a front- or rear-facing position. You can use this seat with an infant if you separately purchase the infant insert (about $30) and recline the seat flat, an infant car seat attachment (about $30), or an adorable and cozy bassinet carriage (about $100). Once your infant can support their head and neck (about 5-6 months), you can transition them to the toddler seat in a less reclined position. The beauty of this stroller is that once you have your second child, you can attach one of three things right alongside the toddler seat: an infant car seat attachment, a bassinet carriage, or another toddler seat (separately purchased at about $120). The two items can be reconfigured in over 22 ways, making for some serious versatility thanks to the Mockingbird's modular design. While that is a lot of configurations, somehow Mockingbird kept the overall size and weight impressively low for a double stroller, coming in slightly narrower, lighter, and 3" shorter than the Vista. For full details, check out our full Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller 2.0 Review!

Don't let the slim profile and low weight fool you, the Mockingbird has some serious features: an adjustable handlebar, one-handed fold, never-flat tires, locking swivel front wheels, suspension, peek-a-boo window on the canopy, a storage basket that is large and has a high weight capacity, no-rethread shoulder harness adjustment, and a reasonable weight limit of 45 pounds for each child in the two toddler seats. In our testing, we are happy to say that the new Mockingbird stroller is nimble, maneuverable, easy to fold and adjust, and comfortable even with two toddlers riding along. Also, Mockingbird recently added a new ride-along stroller board to accommodate a third (standing) child! We loved testing the Mockingbird and think it's a great option for budget-savvy parents with twins or planning on having a second child, who aren't willing to compromise on style or quality. As with all strollers, we did encounter some little quirks that are worth mentioning. There is no cupholder for parent or child (though you can purchase them separately for $15 and $30, respectively), and the stroller is quite large and cumbersome when folded with two toddler seats attached (aren't they all!?). Outside of those minor limitations, we think it is an excellent newcomer and definitely worthy of this competitive spot on our list! Who else thinks the new Mockingbird is awesome? Our friends at Babylist and Lucie's List! Interested? You can check out this Mockingbird Single-to-Double 2.0 Stroller here.

3. UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double Stroller.

Another luxury double stroller for parents with some flexibility in their budget, the UPPAbaby Vista is a head-turning stroller with some excellent versatility. The Vista starts as a single stroller with one toddler seat or bassinet and then extends to a double tandem stroller that can fit either a bassinet and toddler seat, two toddler seats, or two bassinets. The seats are reversible to allow the bassinet and/or toddler seats to be front-facing or rear-facing, without interfering with one another. It can also accommodate an infant car seat, preferably the UPPAbaby Mesa (without adapters, of course!), along with a toddler seat or bassinet. In this regard, the UPPAbaby has the versatility to be a great double twin stroller or a stroller for infant and toddler siblings. For specifications, the tandem design gives the Vista a very narrow footprint of only about 25", with a length of 37" and a height of about 40". The entire stroller weighs about 27 pounds, and it can support children from birth up to 50 pounds each.

For features, there were a few things we really loved: the adjustable handlebar height, the huge extended canopy and storage basket, the all-wheel suspension and front wheel locks, the one-step folding that can stand on its own when folded, and the included rain and bug shield! This is clearly a feature-packed stroller - but how does it perform? Amazingly! The stroller is super easy to maneuver, and everything is intuitive and easy to use: the recline settings, folding mechanism, wheel locks, and handlebar adjustments. The folding is super simple but does require two hands. The storage is absolutely enormous and has a very high weight capacity of 30 pounds. The toddler seat has 5 harness heights that do not require rethreading, and there is an adjustable footrest. We loved testing the Vista V2, and think it's an obvious choice for the parents who are looking for the best in style and versatility. The only cons we encountered are that the folded size is a bit large relative to the Donkey 5 and City Mini, and pushing the stroller over uneven surfaces wasn't as easy as with the Donkey. Of course, this stroller is about $600 less expensive than the Donkey, so we'll take that compromise! Overall, while we're biased towards side-by-side double strollers, we think this is one of the best tandem strollers on the market, with superior style, sophistication, and features! Who else loves the UPPAbaby Vista double stroller? Our friends at Babylist and Babygearlab consider it a top pick! Interested? You can check out this UPPAbaby Vista double stroller here.

4. BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Duallie Stroller.

This is a side-by-side or "duallie" double stroller with some great flexibility, smooth ride, great features, and good size and weight. This is the smoothest-riding double stroller we tested, it really glides like a dream and it's not just for jogging. Unlock the swivel front wheel and it makes an awesome around-town stroller. And BOB makes some of the best quality strollers out there (it's also at the top of our best jogging strollers list). We broke out the measuring tape and at its widest point this stroller is just under 31" wide. The standard exterior door opening is 35" wide, with interior doors being about 29" wide. So while you won't be able to get it through the door to your bedroom, you'll definitely fit it into the door of your house or the local coffee shop. If it doesn't fit, they are violating the fire code! Folded up, the BOB Revolution is still quite large: we measured about 39" long and 17" high. The width is the same at just under 31".

The size (and weight at 35 pounds) scared us, but in our testing, we were able to easily fit it in the trunk of a Toyota Corolla and Honda Accord, which made us more comfortable. We didn't even have to remove the wheels. If you pop the wheels off, you can fit a lot more in the trunk as well, like some groceries or beach gear. Some features we loved: 9-position adjustable handlebar height (with wrist strap) to accommodate mom and dad, a two-step folding process that made it easy to fold, suspension to keep it smooth over the bumps, comfortable seats, large diameter wheels for jogging, and it felt stable and well made. We also loved how far out the two independent canopies extended on their second setting, blocking not just the sun but also doing a pretty good job blocking rain. We also loved the option to open the peek-a-boo flaps. The cons? Well, it is an expensive stroller and the add-on features can rack up some considerable cost. For instance, if you want to add the infant car seat adapter or snack trays, that will be an extra $99, and if you want the BOB cup holder that will be an extra $25. Overall, if you have the cash and want an excellent double stroller that's suitable for strolling OR jogging, this is the best one you can find! Who else loves the BOB Revolution Duallie? Our friends at Babylist, Babygearlab, and WhatToExpect all consider it a top pick! Impressed? You can check out the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Double Stroller here.

5. Joovy Scooter X2 Double Stroller.

Another excellent side-by-side double stroller option, by the same company that makes several other top-rated strollers that appear on our other lists. Most importantly, this double stroller is only about $200! Joovy is well known for mixing great styling with functionality, for a reasonable price. This double stroller is no exception. This 30" wide stroller can fit through most standard doorways, while still supporting up to 45 pounds per child (90 pounds total). We liked that each seat could recline independently, and footrests could also adjust independently. The independent recline is not unique on this list, but independently adjustable footrests are rare on a side-by-side double stroller. Some good features include two cupholders for parents, two good-sized zippered pouches for parents (great for phones and keys), a really large storage basket underneath, good sized wheels (7" front, 9" back) to help over the bumps and a huge canopy. Folded down, we measured it at 30" x 36" x 14" thick, which is smaller than the BOB Revolution, but larger than the Baby Jogger. Weighs just over 30 pounds, which is heavy, but there is a ton of capability in this stroller.

There are a couple of small downfalls relative to other options. First, the canopy covers both children, so you cannot have one down and the other up like you can with the BOB Revolution, Donkey 3, Mockingbird, or Vista. Second, it doesn't stand on its own while folded (though it was relatively easy to fold), which is an issue for most of the strollers on this list. Overall, this is an excellent stroller with only some very minor drawbacks. All the most important features are there and in abundance, very impressive at this price point! Who else recommends a Joovy double stroller? Our friends at Babylist and Babygearlab! Interested? You can check out this Joovy Scooter X2 double stroller here.  

6. Contours Options Elite Tandem Stroller.

To be honest, we are partial to the side-by-side double strollers for two reasons. First, once the kids get a little older they will inevitably start fighting about who gets to sit in the front. If your kids are anything like mine, that fight never ends well! Second, a side-by-side can foster a social relationship between siblings, whereas in a tandem they can't even see each other. That being said, here is an awesome and incredibly versatile tandem option. Tandem means that one sits in front of the other, rather than side-by-side. There are some advantages to tandem, notably the narrow width and higher maneuverability in tight spaces. In our tests, the Options Elite is definitely one of the best tandem strollers on the market. The Options Elite lets you configure how your kids are sitting: want the infant facing you, but the toddler facing forward? Want both facing forward? That's fine too. When you have an infant and toddler, the tandem feels really great. You can put the infant closer to you and rear-facing, making interactions much easier with your baby, as well as pacifier-jockeying! Meanwhile, the toddler seat can face forward to see the world.

At only about 26" wide, this tandem is great for fitting into relatively narrow places. As a silly example, there is a narrow side entrance to our local children's museum that only the tandem could fit through, making it a more versatile option. However, the Options Elite doesn't fold as flat as most side-by-side models, folding to 21" x 26" x 39" which is even larger than the BOB in terms of overall space taken up in the trunk. Even though it is quite large when folded, it is also very well equipped. It has a cup holder for parents, a huge storage compartment with side zipper access (!), stands on its own when folded, and has really nice seating surfaces with padded headrests and adjustable footrests to accommodate growing babies. The Options Elite also includes one infant car seat adapter that works with most of the major infant car seat brands (Graco, Chicco, Britax, etc.), and usually costs about $400. If you need to attach two infant car seats, you'll need to buy an extra Contours brand car seat adapter at a very reasonable $20. Note that the Baby Jogger City Select Double tandem stroller is another great tandem option (but is more expensive and has tighter seating), so check that out below. Interested? You can check out this Contours double stroller here.

7. Baby Jogger City Select Double Stroller.

We previewed this Baby Jogger City Select above when talking about the Contours option, mostly because the two have pretty similar capabilities, with the City Select being considerably more expensive. It does add a bit more versatility and style than the Contours, so those are important to consider. For versatility, the City Select allows you to use two bassinet attachments simultaneously (it is a tight fit though), whereas the Contours only allows one attachment to be used in the rear position facing the parent. It also adds a hand brake rather than a foot brake for added convenience, folds to a smaller size (about 26" x 35" x 12"), weighs 5 pounds less, has a higher per-seat weight limit (45 versus 40 pounds), adjustable handlebars, bigger rear wheels, and can be used with an accessory glider board (basically making it a triple stroller!). The City Select also comes with the style and reputation of Baby Jogger, with that premium look and brand recognition coming with a premium price tag (about $700, or $300 more than the Contours Options Elite). Most everything else is very similar to the Contours, including the versatility of seating options, the big lower storage basket, great canopies, and quick folding, and both meet Disney size requirements for strollers (the Disney stroller size limit is 52" long and 31" wide).

In our testing, we really loved the City Select for its style, ease of use, adjustability, smooth ride, and versatility for car seats (with the adapter), bassinets, and stroller seats. With the bassinet and car seat adapters, it has about 30 different configurations you can use. Does that mean they're all great? Not really, some are awkward and severely limit the recline of the seats. But there are several great ones that provide comfort for the baby and security for parents. Just like with the Contours, car seat adapters are sold separately and range from about $30 (for Nuna, Maxi Cosi, Chicco, Britax) to about $60 (for Chicco, Peg Perego). The bassinets are sold separately and cost about $210 each (the Contours bassinets are about $160). Cons? It's not self-standing when folded, unlike the Contours. Just like the Contours, it also doesn't include any cup holders or parent trays for keys, phones, or anything else. That all needs to be purchased separately. For the steep entry price of $700+, you might expect some accessories to be included rather than as a separate purchase! Who else recommends the Baby Jogger City Select? Our friends at WhatToExpect consider it a top pick! Interested? You can check out this Baby Jogger City Select double stroller here.

8. Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Double Stroller.

This is a great side-by-side double stroller with high quality, versatility, style, comfort, and surprising portability for a double stroller. It comes in at a similar price point to the BOB Revolution Flex, about $600, making it an obvious point of comparison. They both have adjustable handlebar height, an easy folding sequence, suspension to keep things smooth over the bumps, far-reaching canopies, comfy seats, and high build quality and stability. In terms of size, the Baby Jogger folds to a considerably smaller size than the BOB, into a 30" by 31" rectangle only about 15" thick. The BOB has one dimension nearly 40" long when folded, so this fits more easily into smaller trunks: we got it easily into the Accord and Corolla, but also easily into the Civic trunk as well. This is partially because the wheels are much smaller in diameter than the BOB wheels. Where that saves in size, it hurts in the smoothness of the ride, making it a little more finicky and not as smooth. We had some challenges pushing it through more complex terrain, especially where there was sand or softer dirt. Grass and pavement were fine, but anything else was a bit frustrating. For folding, you pull up on two little straps (one in each seat) and it folds up surprisingly smoothly and easily. Opened up, the GT2 is just under 30" wide, about the same as the Joovy but a bit slimmer than the BOB. So overall this stroller is a reasonably compact package, but the trade-off is not having as smooth of a ride. Note that even though this is called the "Baby Jogger" it's not to be confused with a double jogging stroller - it's definitely not designed for that. On our scale it was 36 pounds, coming in just about the same as the BOB by 1 pound, and over the Joovy by a couple of pounds.

We got our hands on this stroller for another round of testing last year and loved all the little improvements Baby Jogger has made over the years: no-flat foam-filled rubber tires, all-wheel suspension, the easy-click hand brake (it's a parking brake, not a brake to use when going downhill), and the individual peek-a-boo canopy windows. We tested it out on a toddler and 4 year 4-year-old, and they both thought it was comfy. They liked the adjustable leg angle, the near-flat recline (like, really close to flat!), and the high-up view from inside. Getting in and out was a little tough for the kiddos given the relatively reclined seating angle, but that also makes it pretty comfy for longer rides. For versatility, you can attach a bunch of different car seats (see the list here), and there is also a bassinet attachment you can purchase separately. At this price, we do wish it had a child tray to hold snacks or a cup holder, or a parent tray. The storage basket is very large, but other storage options are a little lacking! Add that to the relatively rough ride, small wheel diameter, and somewhat limited maneuverability, and we think the City Select comes out on top.  Who else considers the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 a top pick? Our friends at Babylist! Interested? You can check out this Baby Jogger double stroller here. Note: if you really want a Baby Jogger double stroller that you can use for jogging, definitely check out the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Double Stroller.

9. Baby Trend Sit and Stand Double Stroller.

As we noted above, we are quite partial to the side-by-side double strollers, but here is another great tandem double stroller that is most similar to the Contours, but a little less versatile and a lot less expensive. This double stroller can be used with two toddlers, or two infant car seats, or one infant car seat and one toddler. Infant car seats would always be rear-facing, and toddlers always front-facing. It also has the "stand" functionality, which means that the back seat can be removed to reveal a platform that older kids can stand on (or sit on as a "jump seat"). The toddler seats support up to 40 pounds each, and the standing/jump-seat platform up to 40 pounds as well. To be honest, we went far over that 40-pound limit for the jump seat, and it seemed completely fine. We really liked the smooth and easy-to-steer handling of this stroller, which was helped by the soft rubber wheels and smooth bearings. We also thought the canopies were quite good, though they did not provide as much coverage as the Contours. Each seat has swing-out trays with cupholders, and there's a covered tray with 2 cupholders for parents as well. Those are very convenient to have. The assembly wasn't terrible; there is the large stroller frame, and then you need to attach the canopies, trays, and wheels. Everything snaps together, no tools are required. The front seat has a 2-position recline that doesn't go too far back, to avoid completely occupying the rear person's space. The rear seat has a much more extended recline, so this is where you'd place the sleepy toddler who needs a nap. The seats themselves are completely fine in terms of comfort - not too firm or soft, and the fabric is easy to wipe clean as needed.

We tested several infant car seats to see which would fit into this baby stroller, and we found that no modern Britax seats fit, however, we did have luck with the Baby Trend Flex Loc series, the Evenflo Embrace, and the older Graco SnugRide and SnugRide 32 models (NOT the Click Connect models). So if you want to be able to click the infant car seat into the trays, you will basically need to use the Baby Trend Flex Loc series. This seat is on our best infant car seat list, but is rated pretty low relative to other options. The Contours is compatible with a much wider range of infant car seats. Some additional cons? Well, the storage basket was small and really difficult to access if you have 2 kids in the stroller. It's heavy and a bit cumbersome to fold and unfold, though we were able to get it easily into the trunk of a Camry, Accord, and Impreza. So overall, some limited versatility here, but a great overall double stroller option for an excellent price. Who else recommends the Baby Trend Sit 'n Stand double stroller? Or friends at WhatToExpect call it a top pick! Interested? You can check out this Baby Trend double stroller here. Note: Baby Trend also makes the Baby Trend Expedition Double Jogging Stroller, which is a great inexpensive (about $175) double jogging stroller.

10. Graco DuoGlider Click Connect Stroller.

For parents using Graco Snugride Click Connect car seats, this is definitely the best double inline stroller for compatibility with those car seats. This tandem stroller can hold two Graco SnugRide Click Connect car seats simultaneously in a rear-facing position, or you can place one car seat rear-facing and have a toddler or larger child (up to 40 pounds) sitting in the regular stroller seat. So that's some pretty good versatility and compatibility with one of the best-selling car seats available on the market, and at a price point of around $130 that makes it look relatively inexpensive in comparison to the other double strollers on this list. In addition to its compatibility with Click Connect car seats and utility as a twin stroller, there are tons of other features worth mentioning. The rear seat folds completely flat, which is rare but awesome to have as an option for naps or to use as a baby bassinet. A cool thing to mention about this reclining seat is that you can still reach into the HUGE storage basket when it's reclined, using the basket's thoughtful adjustable side. Note that the front seat reclines as well, but nowhere near as far, otherwise they'd be laying in the rear passenger's lap! Each seat has a bumper bar (this is how the car seats attach) with detachable cup holders and snack tray, and a 5-point safety harness as well.

Note that when you're trying to attach a car seat to the Graco Duoglider stroller, you first have to detach the cup holders and snack tray from the bumper bar The stroller is also easy to maneuver around tight spaces, has a smooth ride with front suspension, and there is a covered tray for parents with a cupholder. The canopies aren't very big, but when you're using it with an infant car seat attached, you can completely cover the baby by using the car seat's canopy and the stroller's canopy together. Folding the stroller takes two hands and can be a little difficult to lock, and there is some preparation involved, like getting the seat reclined into the upright position and aligning the wheels appropriately. Once it is folded, it's still pretty large and will probably not fit into smaller trunks, at about 30" long, 21" wide, and about 12" thick. Unfolding is pretty easy but also takes two hands. The overall stroller is maneuverable but it's also really large and heavy, coming in at 30 pounds and seemingly as long as a limousine - at least that's how it feels when you're pushing it! Some other downfalls: the cup holders are really shallow so cups tend to tip over easily, and attaching and detaching the car seats takes some practice. So if you have one or more SnugRide Click Connect car seat, and you want to attach one or both to a reasonably priced and well-featured double stroller, this is definitely a great option for you. Interested? You can check out this Graco DuoGlider Stroller here.

11. J is for Jeep - Scout Double Stroller.

This is an excellent bang-for-the-buck lightweight double stroller, with an inexpensive price tag, good reliability, and several great features. This side-by-side stroller supports up to 70 pounds of total weight, with 35 pounds of maximum weight in each seat. It uses a lightweight (only about 18 pounds) aluminum frame that folds into a rectangle that's about 13" by 42", and 11" thick, which is larger than most other options on this list. That's because it folds up like an umbrella stroller, long and thin. We fit it easily into Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla trunks. The downside of it folding like an umbrella stroller is that the handlebars aren't connected to one another in one long bar, unlike the others on this list. That made it a bit less comfortable to maneuver, especially when doing it one-handed. In our testing, we thought the large canopies did a pretty good job protecting from the sun and light rain, especially for this low price range. They are nowhere near as large as the Joovy or Baby Jogger canopies, but they do a nice job. We also thought the seat recline option was nice to have, though the recline range was restricted and the mechanism was finicky to use.

For safety, there is a 5-point harness and locking back wheels. We also loved that there are several storage pockets (4 of them!), and it came with a cup holder for grown-ups; note that the cup holder is detachable for squeezing through tighter spaces (like smaller doorways). We thought the overall ride quality was relatively poor, given the relatively small and hard plastic wheels. Overall, we thought the build quality was about 6.5 out of 10, which is to be expected in this price range for a double stroller. Cons? Well, its light weight makes it feel a bit less sturdy, though we think it is worth the easy folding and lifting into the trunk. The canopies could come down a bit farther, and the recline feature was a pain to use. Other than that, if you're looking for a lightweight, inexpensive double stroller, this is definitely an excellent option! Interested? You can check out this Jeep double stroller here.

12. Thule Urban Glide 2 Stroller.

This is a beautiful and sleek double stroller with an awesome-looking aluminum frame, large-diameter wheels, and an understated design. This is the real urban stroller for those who want a side-by-side stroller that looks and functions great and are willing to pay the price. Not only is it beautiful and comfortable, it has some great features. A hand-operated parking brake, adjustable ergonomic handlebar, smooth riding rear suspension, big canopy with peek-through window, and reclining seats. Some fun extras include a storage area that can be fully closed to protect from the elements (and from sticky fingers), real air-filled rubber tires, and a truly awesome smooth folding design. Folded up, the Thule is one of the smallest on our list, folding down into a 35" by 31" rectangle with about 14" of thickness. That's less trunk volume than the BOB or Contours, but not quite as compact as the Baby Jogger.

Opened up, the Thule is about the same width as the BOB, just under 31", so you won't have any issues with exterior doors on houses or businesses. Unlike the Baby Jogger and Contours, the Thule is actually built for jogging. The large diameter wheels, hand-operated brake, and rear suspension make this super smooth and have low rolling resistance for long runs on pavement or trails. The weight is on par with the others, at 32 pounds. Cons? Well, it does stand nicely on end when folded, but it can't be rolled when folded (the old Thule 1 was able to do that). And unlike the Contours, it doesn't include an infant car seat adapter. Finally, it's too expensive for our taste. Otherwise, it's one of our all-time favorite side-by-side strollers if you can stomach the price, and Babygearlab considers it a top pick! Interested? You can check out this Thule double stroller here.

13. Baby Trend Navigator Double Jogger.

Here is an awesome option for the (relatively) budget-conscious double stroller buyer. Coming in lowest on our list of best double strollers, this stroller offers a lot of bang for the buck. It's no BOB or Baby Jogger in terms of style or overall build quality, but it offers a wallet-friendly alternative to the otherwise dauntingly expensive double stroller market. The Baby Trend wins overall for the number of included features. It has an awesome parent tray with two cup holders, storage, and built-in speakers for your MP3 player! It has real air-filled rubber tires, locking front swivel wheels for running, a medium-sized canopy with a peek-through window, reclining seats, a parking brake (not a hand-operated brake, just for parking), a large storage basket, and a reasonably easy folding sequence. It's also the only one on our list that includes the two kids' trays! It also fits two infant car seats, the Baby Trend ones (with the Flex Loc attachment) will snap right in.

But with these features come some limitations that are expected given the price. The rubber tires are nice, but there is no suspension to help over sidewalk cracks or trail bumps. The canopy doesn't come out as far as the other options, and the parking brake can't be used to help slow down on a hill (it's only for parking). Also, the divider between the two kids is relatively small so the kids can easily see and reach each other, for better or worse! In our test, we also found the reclining feature a bit awkward to adjust when a kid was in it, and thought it was a little wobbly/unstable when running. This stroller is a little excessive in its width (just under 33" wide), about 2" wider than most, which might make it a pain to line it up perfectly for fitting through a door (with under an inch clearance on each side). It's also the heaviest on our list at 43 pounds! Overall though, if you can look past some of the little drawbacks this is a real winner for the price point! Interested? You can check out this Baby Trend double stroller here. 

How to Pick a Double Stroller

Below we detail some of the most important considerations when finding a double stroller, and then we review over a dozen double strollers to find the most comfortable, most convenient, safest, and lightest weight baby stroller for your children. Here are some things we looked for:

Flexible Infant and Toddler Configurations

The best double strollers can be reconfigured to satisfy even the pickiest parents. Take the Contours Options Elite Tandem Stroller as an example (#4 on our list), which can be reconfigured in seven different ways. You can have an infant car seat and a toddler seat, one facing you and one facing forward. Or you can have two infant car seats facing you, and two toddler seats facing forward. And the list goes on!

When selecting a double stroller be sure to think a bit about how you'd like it to be configured, and make sure there's some flexibility because, as it turns out, kids start to get a little demanding as they get older! If you've heard about the UppaBaby Vista and its ability to support an infant and a toddler as a "double" stroller, you should definitely check that out. While it does not have super flexible configurations in terms of being able to support two toddlers or bigger kids, it is excellent for families who have a toddler and a baby - we provide a full review of the UppaBaby Vista in our travel system reviews.

Comfort

Many double strollers, whether tandem or side-by-side, compromise comfortable seats to keep the weight and size down. But there is a happy medium between an enormous and heavy baby stroller with super comfortable seats, and a sleek lightweight stroller with seats that feel like sitting on a piece of wood.

Because manufacturers try to keep weight and cost down, some double strollers have very uncomfortable seats. We've done the hands-on testing and found the best double stroller seats that are the most reasonable compromise of comfort and weight/bulkiness.

Size and Weight

Double strollers can be huge and inconvenient. About 5 years ago a good friend of mine had a side-by-side double stroller that she couldn't fit through the front door of the local coffee shop! So there she was trying to get herself an iced coffee to reward herself after a morning full of fusses and tantrums, only to find that she couldn't even get in the door. She just about threw the stroller in the dumpster at that moment. Don't end up like Amy!

Our review and list consider width and length because the ideal double baby strollers strike the right balance between big enough to be comfortable versus too big to fit in doorways. We also consider weight. Double strollers can get very heavy, especially if you're attaching infant car seats. You can tip the scales over 50 pounds with two infant car seats. Think you could get that down a set of stairs, or into the trunk of your car? Only if you've been spending some time at your local CrossFit!

Folded Size

Manufacturers have gotten really clever with folding double strollers, making them not quite as cumbersome as they used to be. The best double strollers will fold to about 1.5 times the size of a single stroller. But that's still quite large. We tested the Options Elite in the back of a CR-V and it just about took up all the trunk space. While they will all be quite large, some are better than others. If you plan on fitting it into a regular trunk, you might want to grab that measuring tape and check on some sizes before ordering. We provide folded sizes in our reviews.

Compatibility with Infant Car Seats

If you plan on including at least one infant car seat on the stroller, you need to be sure that it is compatible with your particular brand and model of infant car seat. The best double strollers reconfigured between infant and toddler use "universal" car seat adapters to accommodate most of the major brands. Be sure to check the details.