The Best Double Strollers We Tested Over Bumps, Through Doorways, and Loaded With Kids

Best Overall: UPPAbaby Vista V2 Stroller

Why We Like It: Easy maneuverability, shock absorption, capacity for up to three kids, and an adjustable-height handlebar make the Uppababy Vista V2 ideal for city parents, particularly if they’re tall.

But Take Note: The seat canopy heights might be a bit too low for taller tots, and there’s extra cost involved with turning this into a double stroller.

When you’re trying to corral multiple children to head out the door, you need options. The Uppababy Vista V2 Stroller is one of the most versatile, functional, and comfortable strollers out there to meet all of your needs. It accommodates from one infant up to three children riding on it simultaneously—as long as you have the right attachment accessories. It also has one of the most generous cargo areas of any stroller on the market, making it popular among city parents who need to carry everything they need for a day out. 

The Vista V2 comes with an adjustable toddler seat for parent- or forward-facing layouts, rain and UPF 50 canopies, and a bassinet attachment. However, as your family grows, you can also purchase an additional rumble seat to switch to the two-child layout. Then you can buy a PiggyBack board to have a third child ride along, too.

The Vista V2 was already a favorite in our lab test, and our real-world tester loved that it had an adjustable handlebar and offered a smoother ride than any stroller she’d previously owned. She could “push very heavy children and/or bags and/or groceries, and it isn’t exhausting.” Living in a city with uneven sidewalks and unexpected obstacles requires a stroller with easy maneuverability and shock absorption to minimize bumps. For many adults, strollers with fixed handlebars are a problem because they encourage poor posture. Our tall tester could adjust this handlebar to stand normally without placing too much pressure on her wrists and forearms when pushing the stroller. 

The Vista V2 was quick to assemble, and with the instructions, we were able to figure out its many configurations with ease in the lab. But one issue came up at home: The canopy bumped the head of taller, older toddlers. She also found it safer to have the bigger child in the lower seat to maintain weight distribution and avoid tipping the stroller—especially when strapping children into their seats.  

The price of the Vista V2 puts this near the luxury range of baby gear, but for growing families able to afford it, we recommend this as a worthy investment that’s not just about a label or a look.

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Tandem convertible
• Stroller weight: 27 pounds (with single seat), bassinet 8.8 pounds
• Size open: 36 x 25.7 x 39.5 inches

Best Budget: Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double Stroller

Why We Like It: This is a sturdy, affordable tandem double stroller that supports several different configurations. 

But Take Note: While setting up the stroller frame is easy, swapping modes to accommodate your growing family may require a trip to Youtube and lots of patience. 

Double strollers are usually more expensive than their single-occupant counterparts. But the Baby Trend Sit ‘N Stand Double Stroller is a great alternative that is just under $200. It supports a variety of configurations: two toddler seats, two infant car seats (sold separately), one of each, or a toddler seat/infant seat with a bench seat and a standing platform. The bench-platform configuration is a definite plus for those older kids who don’t always want to be in a stroller—that is, until they get tired and/or jealous of their resting sibling.

The frame can fold flat—which makes it great for tossing in your backseat or gate-checking and hopping on that flight. 

When testing this stroller, we appreciated the trays for the children as well as adults. The child trays easily move out of the way so you can get kids in and out. We weren’t in love with the shallow under-seat storage, however. 

Another positive is that the initial stroller frame setup is quick—the wheels simply snap into place. Yet, when it’s time to change your configuration, patience is a virtue. We often had to refer to Youtube and couldn’t do it without an extra pair of hands. Additionally, although we felt the stroller was sturdy, it wasn’t exactly easy to maneuver. We loved the nice sharp turns the stroller made in the lab but felt the length made it awkward. Also, note that both seats have very narrow recline ranges. 

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Tandem, standing
• Stroller weight: 28.4 pounds
• Size open: 49 x 21.5 x 43 inches 
• Age/weight limits: From 3 months (or upright independent sitting) to 50 pounds per seat

Best Compact: Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Double Stroller

Why We Like It: This side-by-side stroller is surprisingly nimble and can easily fit through most standard doors. Plus independent full recline support on each seat means one child can snooze while the other takes in the sights. 

But Take Note: Plan on traveling light, as this stroller lacks cup holders for kids and parents, and a crossbar in the storage basket makes it hard to fit standard-size diaper bags.

Tandem strollers may be all the rage, but if you want both children to have unobstructed views around them, then a classic side-by-side stroller is a smarter choice. The Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Double Stroller is a traditional double-wide stroller while still being compact and easy to maneuver. 

You’ll get two child seats with recline and calf bar controls that adjust independently. This is ideal if one child wants to nap and the other wants to observe their surroundings. We made sure in the lab that it easily fits through most standard doors. To make it this compact, the seats are narrow, so this is probably a smarter pick for older babies or younger toddlers. 

Navigation is smooth and easy, thanks to solid cushioning that ensures you glide over all kinds of terrain, including carpeting and grass. The smooth suspension means you won’t feel jostling through the handlebar. We found there was a slight learning curve when folding this stroller the first time; although it did eventually become easy, a glance at the manual is helpful. 

In order to be compact and light, this stroller is a bit no-frills. It can only support a traditional seat, which means it’s not rated for babies that can’t sit up unassisted. Additionally, it lacks any onboard cup holders for both you and your children. Finally, our tester mentioned that there’s a crossbar in the middle of the storage basket, which makes it difficult to store most standard-sized diaper bags. Also, if you’re on the taller side, you might find yourself knocking into the undercarriage. In the lab, our 5-foot-11 tester shared that her “toes or shin would come really close to the crossbar” while walking. But if what you’re looking for is something super compact and easy to push, you’re not going to find anything better.

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Side-by-side compact
• Stroller weight: 23.2 pounds
• Size open: 37.2 x 26.1 x 40.3 inches
• Age/weight limits: 33 pounds per seat

Best Convertible: Evenflo Gold Pivot Xpand Travel System

Why We Like It: This quick-folding convertible stroller is easy to maneuver and features a fast setup, with the frame mostly pre-assembled right out of the box.

But Take Note: It lacks suspension, so you and your tots may feel every bump and obstacle on a rough road. 

The veteran parents among us can attest that travel systems are very smart buys. A stroller travel system usually centers around a stroller that comes with a complementing infant car seat, any adapter needed to use it, and a base that stays in your car. Evenflo leverages the travel system and upgrades it with this Gold Pivot Xpand single-to-double stroller. It comes with just one infant car seat and one toddler seat to use as a single stroller, but it’s designed to accommodate up to two riders with your choice of either interchangeable toddler seats or infant car seats that can face in multiple directions. In addition to its versatility, it’s lightweight and has a compact fold, so you can pack it into car trunks or store it in a small home. 

In the lab, we were impressed by how easy it was to assemble this stroller and switch between its various configurations (there are 22 in total!). Our home tester also loved that the seats were big and adjusted in every direction. The handlebar is also adjustable—an ergonomic bonus for taller or shorter parents. Other highlights such as the included adult cup holder and the roomy undercarriage storage basket round out this pick’s biggest draws. 

While this stroller is relatively lightweight, our tester found that this was just as much of a con as a pro. To make it light, it seems designers skipped adding suspension. So, don’t be surprised if both you and your little riders feel every bump and bounce on your path. Additionally, as is common with high-low tandem strollers, you should park your bigger kid in the lower seat to maintain stability and prevent tipping. 

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Tandem convertible
• Stroller weight: 42.6 pounds
• Size open: 41.5 x 26.5 x 41.5 inches  
• Age/weight limits: 4-35 pounds in infant car seat, up to 35 pounds per toddler seat

Best Configurations: Cybex Gazelle S Stroller

Why We Like It: This sturdy convertible tandem stroller supports an impressive range of 20 potential configurations and includes roomy onboard baskets that are essential for city life. 

But Take Note: Be prepared for some head-scratching as you try to figure out the instructions, even though they’re illustrations only. Meanwhile, there’s a common design flaw with the seat back which might leave it permanently reclined. 

Strollers can be long-term purchases when they’re intended to extend well into toddlerhood and can be reused for future additions. The Cybex Gazelle S 2 Stroller is one such model, with an astounding 20 different configurations for infant car seats, bassinets, parent- and front-facing layouts, and even a diverse array of attachments to boost functionality as both a single and double stroller.

While this is one of the pricier strollers, with an age range from birth (if you purchase it with a bassinet or infant car seat) to 4 years, it’s genuinely designed to grow with your family. The included handlebar adjacent shopping basket is visually appealing, and you’ll also get a roomy traditional undercarriage basket.

We love how easily you can reconfigure the seating arrangements, especially when it comes to moving the stroller seats up and down the frame. You can thank the straightforward frame clips that support quick changes from adding or removing a seat to incorporating accessories like the baskets. Also, parents outside of the average height range will like the adjustable height handlebar. 

For all its positives, the Cybex Gazelle S stroller has a few pain points. First, we found the initial assembly confusing, with instructions that were difficult to follow. Folding wasn’t an intuitive process, but we got the hang of it eventually. And while this is a dream stroller on most surfaces, it didn’t handle big bumps very well, so we don’t recommend it as an all-terrain option. Still, this is a beautiful stroller that you’d want to show off on urban excursions. 

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Tandem convertible
• Stroller weight: 28 pounds (as single stroller)
• Size open: 42 x 25 x 43 inches
• Age/weight limits: Birth (with bassinet or car seat) or 6 months (for toddler seat), up to 50 pounds per seat

Best Jogging: BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Duallie Jogging Stroller

Why We Like It: Active parents will love the smooth ride and easy maneuverability, which makes achieving a morning run while pushing your tots significantly easier to do. 

But Take Note: The side-by-side design is often wider than most standard doors and folding this stroller down can sometimes become a two-person job because of a confusing configuration. 

If you’re an active parent with small children, you know that trying to get in a workout can be a serious endeavor. The BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Duallie Double Jogging Stroller comes with a few key features that are essential for the running crowd. In particular, it has a smooth suspension so that strollers glide over pavement and rough terrain—an essential feature if you’re running while pushing a stroller. 

We loved this BOB in our lab test, and our home tester, who is no novice to jogging strollers, said it’s even easier to push than her single jogger. That’s even when she was pushing two kids, a combined 60 pounds, for 3 miles. 

Keep in mind that this is a side-by-side stroller, so although you get a smooth ride, you have limited support for configurations. It does work with infant car seats if you use the adapter that’s sold separately. You’ll still get an adjustable handlebar to aid in ergonomics, roomy canopies to protect little ones from the sun, a generous cargo area, and pockets for bottles or snacks behind each seat.

A key design flaw is that this stroller is a bit wider than many standard doors. Our tester couldn’t fit it through her entryway.  We also found that folding takes some practice and an extra set of hands at first. 

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Side-by-side jogger
• Stroller weight: 33 pounds
• Size open: 48 x 30.5 x 45 inches
• Age/weight limits: 8 weeks old (walking only) or 8 months old (jogging) up to 50 pounds per seat

Best Lightweight: UPPAbaby G-Link V2 Double Stroller

Why We Like It: The side-by-side umbrella design fits through most standard door frames, maneuvers easily in tight spaces, and comes with enough add-on features to be impressive for its modest price. 

But Take Note: If you’re looking for a “from birth” stroller, keep scrolling, as this pick can’t support car seat configurations. 

With their simple frame and minimal heft, umbrella strollers make them a smart choice for traveling or if you need to be able to stash your stroller. They’re also usually less expensive than their bulkier counterparts, and the UPPAbaby G-Link V2 is one of the least expensive options from the revered stroller brand. (We tested the previous model, the G-Link 2, and believe many of our insights are still relevant, though we do know that the V2 has a frame that’s 2.5 pounds lighter, an enhanced three-part canopy, a bigger basket, and new storage pockets in each canopy.)

You’ll get a side-by-side design with seats that can support up to 55 pounds each. Each seat reclines independently and comes with an independent UPF 50+ canopy sunshade and adjustable leg rests. The lightweight aluminum frame only weighs 22.3 pounds when empty, and it’s super simple to fold up and sling over your shoulder if you need to carry it anywhere. 

During testing, this stroller was very easy to maneuver, in part because it has only four wheels instead of the six most double umbrella strollers have. It makes 360-degree turns in small spaces, offers a smooth ride on hard surfaces, and easily fits through standard door frames. Three vertical aluminum bars in the back help to shift the center of gravity and make it feel like it’s not going to fall back, even if you hang items off the handles. This is major since umbrella strollers have a reputation for tipping over.

However, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind if you’re eyeing this Uppababy model. First, it doesn’t support attaching infant car seats, so babies must be at least 3 months old to use it (though since they can be up to 55 pounds, they can use it for longer than many other strollers).  Still, for a double stroller from a major brand like Uppababy, it’s fairly affordable and durable enough to be the primary stroller for families with two small children. 

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Side-by-side umbrella 
• Stroller weight: 22.3 pounds
• Size open: 27.5 x 28.5 x 42 inches
• Age/weight limits: 3 months to 55 pounds

Best Tandem: Graco DuoGlider Click Connect Double Stroller

Why We Like It: This modestly priced tandem stroller is compatible with the brand’s Click Connect travel systems and has roomy undercarriage storage you can access without disturbing your passengers. 

But Take Note: This stroller struggles with maneuverability, so be prepared to use a little elbow grease to push it over curbs or make sharp turns. 

If you’re hunting for an affordable tandem double stroller that offers a decent array of value-added features, you can’t go wrong with this Graco. The DuoGlider Double Stroller comes with support for the brand’s SnugRide Click Connect car seats, shifts into three different seat configurations, and has plenty of onboard storage for both you and your kids. 

You can adjust the “stadium-style” seats (meaning the back seat is slightly higher than the front) so that they’re facing each other, facing you, facing forward, or with one facing you and another facing forward. Both seats support independent reclining, have adjustable canopies, come with a removable storage tray, and can accommodate up to 40 pounds. In testing, we appreciated the padded handlebar—although it’s not adjustable—which also has a cup holder and pouch for your essentials. 

You can activate the standing fold design with one hand, and it gets pretty compact for storage between uses. Meanwhile, the undercarriage basket has a higher lip so you can drop items into it even if the rear seat is set into the fully flat recline position. In the lab, we liked the easy initial setup with a ready frame that only requires clicking the wheels into place. 

The only area where the Graco DuoGlider struggles against competitors is maneuverability. In particular, we found that if you have to push the stroller over a curb, you’ll need to “pop a wheelie” or push down on the back bar with your foot to lift the stroller over the curb. Considering that you might be pushing as much as 80 pounds for passengers plus the 29.5-pound stroller frame, this can get tough. Additionally, the DuoGlider struggles with sharp turns because of its longer dimensions. 

The Details:

• Type of stroller: Tandem
• Stroller weight: 29.5 pounds
• Size open: 36 x 20.5 x 41 inches
• Age/weight limits: Birth (with infant car seat) to 40 pounds per seat