Best Double Strollers for Two Under Two: UK Buying Guide

Discovering you’re expecting a second baby while your first is still in nappies is joyful, daunting, and immediately practical: you need a pushchair that can carry both. Choosing from the best double strollers means weighing weight, width, recline positions and whether you’ll be jogging, doing the school run, or squeezing through a supermarket aisle. This UK buying guide walks you through how to choose, the features that matter most, and our top picks available right now.

Side-by-side or tandem: which double stroller layout suits you?

The first decision is layout, because it shapes everything else. There are two main configurations, and the right one depends on your children’s ages and where you’ll push most often.

• Side-by-side (twin): Both seats sit next to each other. Children get equal views and equal recline, and the chassis is usually shorter front-to-back, which makes kerbs and tight turns easier. The trade-off is width.
• Tandem (inline): One seat sits in front of or above the other. The footprint is narrow enough for most UK doorways and shop aisles, but the pushchair is longer and the rear seat can feel a little boxed in.

For two under two, recline matters enormously. A newborn needs a flat or near-flat lie-back, while your older child wants to sit upright and see the world. Look for independent seat recline so one can nap while the other watches.

Key features to check before you buy the best double strollers

Once you’ve settled on a layout, these are the practical details that separate a pushchair you’ll love from one you’ll resent by week three.

Width and weight

UK standard interior doorways are commonly around 76cm, and many shop aisles and ticket barriers are narrower still. Side-by-side models that stay under roughly 75cm wide will pass through most spaces; measure your front door and car boot before committing. Weight matters too: a frame that’s a joy in the park can be a chore to lift into a hatchback boot every day, so factor in how often you’ll fold and load it.

Newborn readiness

For two under two, at least one seat needs to suit a newborn from day one. That means either a fully flat recline, a compatible carrycot, or a car-seat adaptor so your infant carrier clips straight on. Our infant car seat buying guide explains what to look for, and our overview of the UK car seat laws and i-Size rules covers the legal side of travelling with an infant.

Folding, storage and one-handed use

You’ll fold a double pushchair constantly, often with a baby on your hip. A compact, ideally one-handed fold that stands on its own is genuinely worth paying for. Check the folded footprint against your boot and your hallway, and see whether the frame stays upright once collapsed so it doesn’t topple onto your toddler.

Wheels and terrain

Air-filled or foam-filled tyres and proper suspension transform rough pavements, gravel paths and grass. If you plan to run, you need a dedicated jogging stroller with a lockable front wheel and a hand brake; read our guide to running safely with your baby before you set off, as a fixed front wheel and a wrist strap are non-negotiable for running.

Our top double stroller picks for two under two

These are pushchairs we rate for second-baby families, each suited to a slightly different lifestyle. Prices shown are current at Millington Baby and may change, so always check the live product page before you buy.

Best all-rounder: Thule Urban Glide 2

The Thule Urban Glide 2 double jogging stroller (around £1,000) is a side-by-side that bridges everyday and active life. The smooth-rolling wheels and twist-lock front handle the school run and a weekend jog alike, both seats recline independently, and the build quality is reassuringly solid for a growing family.

Best for running: Bumbleride Indie Twin

If fitness is genuinely part of your routine, the Bumbleride Indie Twin double jogging stroller (around £1,099) is purpose-built. Air-filled tyres, all-wheel suspension and a lockable front wheel give a stable, comfortable ride on trails and pavements, and it accepts carrycots and infant car seats so it works from birth.

Best premium chassis: Bugaboo Kangaroo

For parents who want a modular, design-led system, the Bugaboo Kangaroo complete stroller (around £1,449) brings Bugaboo’s renowned manoeuvrability and configurability to multi-child use. It’s an investment, but the engineering and adaptability suit families who want one premium frame that grows with them.

Best for clever configuration: Orbit Baby G5

The Orbit Baby G5 stroller (around £1,200) is built around a rotating, expandable system, so you can adapt the seating arrangement as your family changes. It’s a smart choice if you value flexibility and a future-proof platform over the lowest price.

Best value tandem: Peg Perego Ypsi

The Peg Perego Ypsi stroller (around £900) is a compact, configurable frame that keeps a narrow footprint while offering multiple seat positions. It’s a strong pick for city families who prioritise getting through doorways and onto buses without a fight.

Start single, expand later: Valco Baby Ark

Not every second-baby family needs a double from day one. The Valco Baby Ark single stroller (around £900) is a capable single that suits families pairing it with a toddler buggy board, or those who want a premium single now and a separate setup later. Always check current compatibility before relying on accessories.

Quick comparison

Practical buying tips

• Measure first. Note your front-door width, car-boot dimensions and the narrowest gate you use daily, then check each pushchair against them.
• Think two years ahead. Your newborn becomes a toddler fast. Choose seats and weight limits that cover both children comfortably for the long haul.
• Test the fold loaded. A fold that’s effortless empty can be awkward with a changing bag hanging off the handle. Picture your real, hands-full routine.
• Match wheels to your world. Smooth pavements forgive most tyres; gravel, grass and running demand air-filled wheels and proper suspension.
• Mind the budget extras. Carrycots, car-seat adaptors and rain covers are often sold separately, so check what’s included before you compare prices.
• Check newborn safety guidance. For recline limits, harness use and car-seat travel, defer to current manufacturer instructions and official UK guidance rather than assumptions.

The bottom line

There’s no single winner among the best double strollers, only the right match for your children’s ages, your routine and your boot. Side-by-side frames like the Thule Urban Glide 2 and Bumbleride Indie Twin shine for active families, while tandem and modular options such as the Peg Perego Ypsi and Bugaboo Kangaroo suit tight city living and design-led parents. Measure your spaces, picture your daily run, and choose the frame that makes life with two under two feel that bit easier.

Ready to compare models in detail? Browse the full range of double strollers at Millington Baby, with free UK delivery and free 30-day returns on every order.