Test: How Much Do You Know About 3 Wheel Double Buggy?

3 Wheel Double Buggy

A great option for parents who wish to take their kids off-road, the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain stroller. Its suspension is impressive and has large, puncture proof wheels.

Claire Our test participant, Claire, was impressed by the packaging. It was easy to open and clean. She found it to be one of the easiest and fastest pieces of baby equipment to put together. She took it for a spin on some tough terrain and was extremely pleased with its performance.

Seats

Most 3 wheel double buggies start life as single pushchairs, but some models can be converted to accommodate the seat of a second person or carrycot using adapters (these are typically more common in tandem buggies). You'll also see that some models allow you to include a ride-onboard for older children who want to walk but require some assistance.

Check out the Joie Evalite Duo for an ideal, lightweight solution for city streets. It's easy to move and has a deep basket that has plenty of storage space. It can accommodate twins from at birth and can accommodate two car seats or a carrycot with a seat. The seats have to face toward the forward direction and there isn't space to store a shopping bag under the seat. You will need an extra sidepack.

Mountain Buggy Duet will be the best choice if you enjoy off-road driving. It is a side by side with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy on the market. This allows it to pass through doors with narrow openings and on public transport and enables you to climb up and down kerbs with no trouble. The adjustable handlebar features an integrated handbrake to increase safety and security.

Another option that is light weight is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 Double that can be used to accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby. The seats are multi-positional reclining with UPF 50plus sunshades. The canopy can be adjusted so that the sun doesn't reach your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can be converted into triple by adding UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack" board for older children.

The iCandy Orange double buggies are one of the most sought-after on the market. This is due to their outstanding comfort. It's an all-terrain pushchair with soft suspension that makes light work of bumpy surfaces. It can accommodate up to 30 seating configurations, and comes with a built-in ride-on for older kids who prefer walking plus a 'cinema seating' mode that raises the back of the seat to improve visibility.

The phil&teds dots are brilliant single buggys that are easily modified to accommodate two (or three!) in multiple configurations. This is especially useful when you have a child in your car. The frame can be adapted to a wedgie, which permits optimal lie-flat positioning. Car seat adapters that can be used with various brands.

Suspension

The quality of the suspension in a triple buggy is crucial to how it will be easy for you and your baby/s to push. It is important to have a smooth ride, as babies can feel every bump on the road. This is particularly the case if you're driving on rough terrain like grass or unpaved roads. Some models also come with locking front wheels to assist in maneuvering and navigating obstacles such as curbs.

Certain models have air-filled tyres, which provide a fantastic all-terrain experience, but they can be susceptible to punctures, therefore, make sure you have spares in the trunk. Others have foam or gel tyres, which are specifically designed to handle bumps and can be less prone to punctures however, you might feel a bit stiff and uncomfortable for your child's back when you choose to jog.

Our award-winning side-byside duet buggy features a fantastic suspension that lets you go over any terrain easily and comfortably making it the ideal buggy for city strolls. Upgrade the duet to our dual kit and you can take two children in the same footprint!

MFM reviewer Kath put the Urban Glide 2 through its paces with her newborn and 3 years old, and found that it coped really well on difficult terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over grass and bumpy pavements, cobbles and dirt tracks with ease and was easy to manoeuvre around corners and get up and down kerbs. The 16" rear wheels, when combined with the lockable swivel wheel on the front, make it a very stable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 has a lot of features, including a large seat unit with a padded cover and hood that offers 50+ UV protection, and easy-to-use and rechargeable lights.

Folding

A 3-wheel double buggy can fold very easily to store it. You can find options that fold flat and stand up (as if they're in a pushchair position) and also ones that pop out to reveal an umbrella-style fold, with a hand-operated brake. In general, the more wheels a buggy comes with the more able it will be to navigate over rough terrain. This is especially true if the wheels are bigger than the average size. You will have more stability, and it's less likely that you will have to tip over or flip your child.

A popular choice is the iCandy Wave, which can be used as early as birth with an infant car seat. It then converts to a side-by-side double buggy when your child is old enough to allow them to sit next to each other. It's a light-feeling option, which makes it easy to push and is packed with extra features like raincover and a bumper bar.

Another option is the phil&teds sport, which is future proof since it's great as a single buggy from day one and then adapts to take two (or even 3!) All of this is incorporated into its small footprint. It has a clever 3-wheel design and a sling seat for superior manoeuvrability, stability and the ability to pop the kerb.

If you're looking to jog with your kids it is the best double buggie for jogging because it has a lockable swivel front wheel that will help you remain in control when tackling hilly or off-road tracks. It also has a generously-sized undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar and soft suspension for comfortable riding.

It's a lightweight and compact model that can be folded by one hand, making it perfect for traveling. It's compatible with an extensive variety of infant car seats and has a handy pull-out undercarriage basket that can be used to stash things to shop. It's not cheap, but it has certain distinctive features, like its one-click folding feature and a host of extras, including bumper bars or raincovers.

three wheel pushchair  are awed by the storage capacity of a 3 wheel double buggy. Some models like the Roma Atlas offer a generously-sized basket as well as two handy zip pockets on the hood to keep your keys and phone easily accessible. It's also designed to withstand a bit rough terrain making it a good choice for family walks or all-terrain hikes.

Other models, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2, offer plenty of space and ability to transport twins or two toddlers and a child. (This is possible thanks to their 'PiggyBack board'). It's the smallest side-by-side double in the market and comes with some impressive tech including games-changing LED lights on each side of the frame to ensure safety in low light 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, is something different. The clever frame can expand to accommodate an extra seat, but still weighs only 11kg. This makes it easy to move and lift. It can be used with a car seat, carrycot, or both. This allows you to get the best of all worlds.