Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
During the baby days you may decide to purchase a light frame stroller that accepts two infant car seats. The best choices include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double or Joovy TwinRoo+.
This model lets you rotate the car seat in the opposite direction or in the same. It also comes with a large storage bin, which can be accessed without the need to take off the infant carriers. It is also able to fit through the majority of doorways.
Folding Ease
The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a big, beautiful twin stroller. It can carry two infant car seats if equipped with the appropriate adapters (car-seat adapters are available separately). It easily glides and pushes while turning and spinning as a single-seat stroller. It has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, a large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows, and padded five-point safety harnesses that are simple to unfasten and fasten. You can also use the included toddler seat, or you can add the RumbleSeat, which is a bassinet-like seat for babies and small children. The large storage basket offers plenty of space for all your belongings. It also has four cup holders, as well as a place to store your purse or phone.
But it's also difficult to fold, particularly when you've got one hand on the handlebar and another on the child's car seat. It's also necessary to disconnect the rear seat from the base in order to fold it up, a process that is more time-consuming than other double strollers we've tried. Thankfully, the company has changed the Vista to work with its new car seat adapters. The new version (launched in April 2023) is compatible with adapters that were originally used and the updated ones. It can be folded using two adapters attached simultaneously.
The Joovy TwinRoo+ is our preferred twin stroller frame that fits infant car seats. It can be used with 23 different car seat models and is able to carry both babies in their infant carriers side by side. It is a favorite among parents who have small vehicles. The clever design cuts down the overall length to ensure that it is able to fit into some trunks. The seats are comfortable and padded and can be reclined in multiple positions by pressing a button. The buckles are among the simplest to secure and remove in our tests.
The only drawback to the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is designed for a child who is at minimum 2 1/2 years old. So it's not ideal for twins or siblings close in age. But it's still an excellent option for families who wish to jog and its sturdy construction means that the frame won't wear out as quickly as some other tandems we've tried.
Wheel Suspension
The suspension of the wheels of a twin stroller equipped with car seats is an important feature as it helps make it more comfortable for your kids. This is especially important when you're navigating bumps or taking rough terrain on your walks. Strollers with suspension have larger wheels, and typically come with more shocks than those with no suspension. The more smooth a stroller's ride the more shocks it has.
In addition to being simple to steer, a good wheel suspension makes a twin stroller with car seats more robust. It will help it to last longer, which is great when you intend to use it for multiple children or for a long period of time.
The Baby Trend Snap N-Go Double is one of the best twin strollers designed for infants with car seats. It has great wheel suspension and it's an older model. It has a lot of features that parents love, such as two cup holders, a console for parents with a cup holder and an storage basket that can accommodate many items. It has a height adjustable handle that is ideal for taller parents.
Another option that is popular for twins who have infant car seats is the Chicco BravoFor2. This is a sit and stand stroller that can be used as a twin stroller, or with one infant seat in the front. It has a ton of storage space and is compact when folded. It has some nice touches, such as magnetic crotch belts that can be opened and closed with just one hand.
It also comes with a 5-point harness, which is crucial because it will keep your kids secure in case of an accident. This feature is not always included on strollers, but is a must for families with infants or toddlers.
The Contours Options Elite V2 is another top option for twin strollers that accommodate carseats. It has all the features we love, such as the ability to reversibly seat and recline one hand as well as compression padding on both seats, adjustable leg rests, a zippered extension on both canopies, and extra-large storage. It also features height-adjustable handle and a new seat design to make it easier to reverse seats when you move.
Canopy
A quality canopy will keep your children safe from rain or sun and some models include extra features, such as an open window or adjustable handles. One of our top choices, the BravoFor2 has an front seat with a buckle that is adjusted to the waist and shoulders. This makes it easy for a single parent to take two kids out. Its bench seat can only accommodate children who are at least 2 1/2 years old so it is not suitable for twins or smaller siblings. This stroller is compact and comes with handles on both sides to help you transport it to your car.
Some parents might prefer a stroller with a side-byside design because it's less susceptible to squabbles between siblings. These types of strollers also let you see both children at the same time which makes it easier for a parent to supervise and converse with them. The drawback is that side-by-side strollers tend to be heavier and more long than single models.
If you're looking for a lightweight and affordable alternative the Baby Trend Double Snap-N-Go is a highly-rated and cost-effective option. It can fit two car seats for infants. The newer version allows them to be placed in either direction. The latest version is more compact than the predecessor, but still weighs more and is longer than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
Jeep's Urban Glide 3 is our top-rated twin-jogger that parents prefer to run. This stroller accommodates one car seat at a time, and even though it does not have a built-in infant carrier, it works with 23 different brands of car seats via a click-in adapter. It's a solid, well-made stroller that can handle large loads without straining, and we were impressed by the way the handles adjust to fit your height.
If single to double pushchair have two kids of the same age you may want to choose a model that allows you to sit and stand with ease, such as the Joovy Twin Roo+. The stroller can 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-friendly stroller, but the company behind it is a small family business with excellent customer service.
Seating
If you're thinking of using car seats for infant twins the stroller that supports these will be crucial. 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 a bassinet (sold separately). We prefer strollers that can work with a variety of infant car seats brands since it allows you to browse a wider range of prices without being locked into one particular brand.
You'll want to decide whether you prefer a tandem or side-by-side stroller. A twin stroller with a side-byside configuration is more traditional and easier to maneuver, especially in restricted spaces and over curbs. A tandem stroller on the other hand, can feel more unstable and requires more room between the seats. In addition, the different seat heights can lead to sibling squabbles, so we recommend that you choose a tandem stroller only when your children are nearing age.
Fortunately, we've found that there are many strollers that can be used by families with twins who are infants or children of similar in age. For instance the Baby Trend Sit and Stand 2.0 double stroller is highly rated that's compatible with car seats (the Secure-Lift 35 and the EZ-Lift 35 Plus). This lets parents take their children in comfort from their vehicle to the stroller.
The front and rear baskets of the stroller are also large. These baskets are great to store all of your diaper bags, extra clothes, and backpacks. The front storage also comes with a place to store keys and phones. The baskets are sided with mesh to stop items from falling over, so you don't have to rummage around for them.
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is another option that is budget-friendly. It provides the same degree of versatility to some of our award-winning strollers. The seats are compatible with two infant car seat carriers and convert to two toddler seats or modified bassinets that can be oriented in any direction. This makes it a great option for twins from birth to early childhood.