Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
You can choose a lightweight frame that can accommodate two infant car seats in the early days of your baby. The top choices include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double and Joovy twinRoo+.
This model allows car seat carriers to be facing opposite directions or in the same direction and also has a huge storage bin that you can access without having to remove the infant carriers. It can also fit through the majority of doors.
Easy folding
The Vista V2 by UPPAbaby is a stunning, huge twin stroller that carries two infant car seats that have the correct adapters (car seat adapters are available separately). It glides, pushes and turns like a single-seater stroller. It comes with adjustable footrests and legrests, a large UPF 50+ canopy, peekaboo windows, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. It comes with a toddler seat, or choose to add the RumbleSeat that is a bassinet-like seat for babies and small children. The large storage basket offers plenty of space to store all your belongings. It also has four cup holders, which is a place to store your phone or purse.
It can be a challenge to fold, particularly when you're holding the handlebar in one hand while holding the child's seat in the second. It is also necessary remove the rear seat from its base to fold the stroller, which is more time-consuming than other double strollers we've tried. Fortunately, the company has updated the Vista to work with its new car seat adapters. The updated version (which will be available in April 2023) will work with both the original and updated adapters in both configurations, and will fold with two adapters attached at once.
Another option for families with twins is the Joovy TwinRoo+, our most popular twin stroller for infants. frame. It can be used with a variety of car seats and both babies can be sat in infant carriers at the same time. It is a favourite among parents who have small cars. The clever design cuts down the overall length so that it is able to fit into certain trunks. The seats are comfortable and padded and can be reclined in multiple positions by pressing the button. The buckles were among the most simple to tighten and unwind in our tests.
The only drawback to the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is designed for a child who's at minimum 2 1/2 years old. So it's not suitable for twins or siblings close in age. It's still a great option for families that want to run, and its tough frame construction means that it won't wear out as quickly as other tandems we've tried.
Wheel Suspension
The suspension of the wheels of a twin stroller that comes with car seats is an important feature as it helps make it more comfortable for your children. This is particularly true if you're walking on bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspension have larger wheels, and they typically have more shocks than those that do not. The more shocks a stroller is equipped with the smoother it will travel.
In addition to being easy to steer, good wheel suspension makes a twin stroller with car seats more durable. It will last longer and is ideal if you intend to use it for a number of children or for a long period.
One of the best twin strollers with car seats for infants has great wheel suspension and is an old model that's been around for long enough: the Baby Trend Snap-N-Go Double. It's loaded with features that many parents appreciate, such as two cup holders, a console for parents with a cup holder and the storage basket, which can accommodate many items. It also has a height-adjustable handle that can be useful for taller parents.
Chicco BravoFor2 is another popular alternative for twins who have infant car seats. It is a sit-and- stand stroller that could be used as a twin stroller or with a single infant seat in front. It's a spacious stroller that folds to a small size. It comes with some nice features like magnetic crotch belts that can be opened and closed with one hand.
It also comes with a 5-point harness, which is vital as it will keep your children safe in case of an accident. This is something that is not always on strollers, but is an essential feature for families with toddlers or infants.
The second top choice for twin strollers that have car seats is the Contours Options Elite V2. It comes with all of the features we love, including reversible seats and one-hand recline, compression padding on both seats, adjustable leg rests, zippered extensions on both canopies and extra-large storage. It also features height-adjustable handle and a redesigned seat to facilitate the reverse of seats on the move.
Canopy
A good canopy keeps your children shielded from the rain or sun, and a few models come with extra features such as an open window or adjustable handles. One of our top picks, the BravoFor2, features the front seat with a buckle that can be adjusted at the waist and around the shoulder. This makes it easy for a single parent to take two children out. Its bench seat is designed to fit a child who's at least 2 1/2 years old. old, so it's not the best choice for twins or younger siblings. However, we loved the fact that it folds down into a compact size and has handles on each side to help you carry it to the car.
Some parents might prefer a side-by-side double stroller because it's less prone to sibling squabbles. These strollers let parents see and converse with both children simultaneously. On the downside, side-by-side models tend to be heavier and longer than single strollers.
If you're seeking a light and affordable alternative Baby Trend Double Snap-N-Go is a highly-rated and affordable choice. It can accommodate two car seats for infants, and the newer version allows the seats to face either direction. The most recent model is more compact than its predecessor, but still weighs more and is wider than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
For parents who want to jog the twin jogger that we recommend as our top pick is the Jeep-branded Urban Glide 3. This stroller can fit one car seat at any given time. It is also compatible with 23 different car seat brands using a click-in-adapter, even though it does not have an infant carrier built-in. This is a sturdy, well-made stroller, which can handle heavy loads with ease and without stress. We also loved the fact that the handles can be adjusted to suit your height.
If twin pushchair have two children of the same age you might want to consider a stroller that lets you sit and stand like the Joovy Twin Roo+. This stroller is able to accommodate two infant car seats or one toddler seat. It also comes with an elevated platform for older children to stand on. It's more expensive than our budget stroller however, it's manufactured by a small family-owned business with a great customer service.
Seating
If you intend to use car seats for twins then a stroller that accepts them is essential. Our top-scoring strollers are compatible with the most well-known car seat brands. For example the UPPAbaby Vista v2 double works with two car seats and the Joovy Twin Roo+ accommodates one car seat as well as bassinet (sold separately). We prefer strollers that work with a variety of infant car seats brands because it allows you to browse at a greater variety of prices without being tied to a specific brand.
It's also important to decide whether you'd prefer a side-by-side or tandem stroller. A twin stroller with a side-by-side arrangement is more traditional and easy to maneuver, particularly in restricted spaces and over curbs. A tandem stroller may be unstable and require more space between the seats. In addition, the different seat heights can lead to sibling rivalries, so we suggest that you select a tandem stroller only if your children are close to age.
Fortunately, we've found there are plenty of stroller options for families with twins who are infants or children who are the same age. The Baby Trend Sit & Stand double stroller, for instance is a highly-rated option that works with car seats. This lets parents transfer their babies from their vehicle to the double stroller in comfort.
The stroller's rear and front storage baskets are big and spacious, too. They're ideal for storing all your gear, including backpacks, diaper bags, and extra clothes. The front storage has a dedicated compartment for your phones and keys. The baskets are mesh-sided to stop objects from falling, meaning you don't need to search around to find them.
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is another option that is budget-friendly. It provides the same level of versatility as many of our award-winning strollers. Its seats can be transformed into two toddler seats or modified bassinets. They can be combined with two infant car seats. This makes it a great option for twins from birth until early childhood.