A great choice for parents who wish to take their kids off-road, the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain stroller. It has a suspension that is impressive, as well as large wheels that are puncture-proof.
Claire who was our test subject 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 assemble. She tested it on some rough terrain and was impressed with its performance.
Seats
The majority of 3 wheel all terrain buggy wheel double buggies start life as single pushchairs. However, some models can be converted to accommodate a second seat or carrycot using adapters (these are more commonly found in tandem buggies). Some models allow you to add an additional board for older children who are able to walk but require a little help.
Check out the Joie Evalite Duo for an ideal, lightweight solution for city streets. It’s easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous basket that has plenty of storage. It can accommodate twins starting at birth and will accept two car seats, or a carrycot with seat. The seats must be facing forward and there is no room to store bags of groceries under the seat. You will need an extra sidepack.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be the best choice if you enjoy off-road driving. It’s a side by side with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy available on the market. It’s much easier to get through narrow doors on public transport, and to climb up and over kerbs. The adjustable handlebar has an integrated handbrake to increase safety and security.
The UPPAbaby vista 2 double is another lightweight option that is suitable for twins or a baby and toddler. The seats are multi-positional reclining with UPF 50plus sunshades. The canopy can be adjusted to ensure that the sun does not get into your child’s eyes. The Vista 2 can even be transformed into a triple by the addition of UPPAbaby’s “PiggyBack board for older and mobile children.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are one of the most popular available. This is due to their superb comfort. It’s an all-terrain model with a soft suspension, which is able to handle bumpy surfaces. It comes with 30 different seating options, a built-in board for older children who like to walk and a ‘cinema’ mode which raises the back seat for better visibility.
The phil&teds dots are fantastic single buggys that can be easily modified to accommodate two (or three!) Different configurations are possible. This is particularly helpful for parents with children in a car seat, because the frame can be equipped with a wedgie to allow for optimal lie-flat positioning, or car seat adapters to many brands.
Suspension
The suspension of a triple wheeled buggy will determine how easily your child/children and you can push it. It is crucial to have a smooth ride, as babies can feel every bump in the road. This is particularly relevant if you drive on rough terrain, such as grass or roads that aren’t paved. Some models have locking front tires to aid in maneuvering and navigating obstacles like curbs.
Some models use air-filled tyres which will provide a fantastic all-terrain ride, but can be susceptible to punctures, so ensure you have a spare set in the trunk. Certain models come with gel-filled or foam-filled tyres that are designed to absorb bumps. They are less likely to puncture, but they could be uncomfortable for your child if they choose to jog.
The side-by-side buggy is the ideal buggy for city walks. It has a brilliant suspension system that lets you easily and comfortably navigate any terrain. You can even upgrade the duet by adding our dual kit to be able to carry two children all in the same compact footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath tested the Urban Glide 2 with her toddler and newborn and found it exceptionally adept on terrains that are difficult to traverse. “It glided effortlessly over bumpy sidewalks and grass cobbles, dirt, and tracks. It was also very easy to maneuver around corners and get up or down kerbs.” It’s also very comfortable to jog, with the 16″ rear wheels and lockable swivel front 3 wheel stroller and car seat giving you a stable jogging experience.” The Urban Glide 2 is loaded with features with a large basket with zip-top cover, large cushioned seat unit, 50+ UV hood, and game-changing visibility lights that are simple to use and rechargeable.
Folding
A three-wheel double buggy could be folded up easily for storage. There are models that fold flat or stand up (as though they were in the form of a pushchair) and others that open to reveal a more umbrella-style folding, with an operated break. In general the more wheels a buggy has the more comfortable it will be to maneuver over rough terrain. This is particularly true if your wheels are larger than the average size. You will have more stability and it will be less likely that you will need to flip or tip your child.
The iCandy Wave is a popular choice. It can be used with an infant car-seat from birth and then converted into a double buggy side-byside after your child has reached the age of. It is a lightweight option that is simple to push. It also comes with a bumper bar as well as a raincover.
The phil&teds sports is an alternative option. It is a future-proof model as it’s a fantastic buggy that can be altered to accommodate two (or three!) all within its compact footprint. It has a clever three-wheel design with a sling for better manoeuvrability and stability.
If you want to jog with your kids, this is the best double buggies for jogging as it has a lockable swivel front wheel that will help you keep your balance when you’re on off-road or hilly tracks. It also has a spacious undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar, and a soft suspension to ensure a comfy ride.
This is a very lightweight and compact option that folds easily with one hand and is perfect for traveling. It’s compatible with a broad variety of infant car seats, and comes with an undercarriage basket that can be pulled out that can be used to store shopping. It’s a bit on the costly side, but has a few notable features that make it a great value choice, including its slick one-click fold and lots of extras including a bumper bar and raincover.
Storage
Many people are amazed by the capacity of storage offered by a cheap 3 wheel buggy wheel double buggy. Some models, such as the Roma Atlas, have a large basket, as well as two zip pockets on the hood that you can keep your keys and phone. It’s also designed for dealing with a bit of rough terrain, making it a great choice for family walks or all-terrain walks.
Other models such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space and flexibility to carry twins or even a baby and a toddler (it takes their ‘PiggyBack’ board enable this). It’s the most compact side-by-side double on the market and it comes with some amazing technology that includes game-changing LED visibility lights that change on both sides of the frame to increase safety in dim lighting conditions.
If you’re looking for something different and unique, the Joie Evalite Duo is a lightweight buggy that can seat twins from birth (it’s world-facing and has an upright position). Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate the additional seat, yet it weighs in at around 11kg so it’s easy to lift and manoeuvre. It can be used with an infant car seat, a carrycot or both. This allows you to get the best of all worlds.