Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
In the early days of your baby you may want to go with a lightweight frame stroller that can accommodate two infant car seats. The best options include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double and Joovy twinRoo+.
This model allows car seat carriers to be facing either in the opposite direction or the same way and comes with a large storage bin that you can access without having to remove the infant carriers. It can also be easily fit through the majority of doorways.
Ease of Folding
The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a huge, 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, turning and spinning like a single-seat stroller. It has adjustable leg and footrests as well as a large UPF 50+ canopy, a peekaboo windows and padded 5-point safety harnesses. You can also use the included toddler seat, or choose to add the RumbleSeat which is a bassinet like seat for small children and infants. The oversized storage basket is roomy enough to accommodate all your items and has a convenient spot to keep your purse or phone, and four cup holders.
It can be difficult to fold, particularly when you hold the handlebar in one hand and the child's seat in the second. You'll also need to remove the rear seat from its base in order to fold the stroller, which takes longer than the other double strollers that we've tested. Thankfully, the company has updated the Vista to accommodate its new car seat adapters. The updated version (which will be available in April 2023) will work with both the original and the updated adapters in both positions and will fold with two of the adapters at the same time.
The Joovy TwinRoo+ is our preferred twin stroller frame that fits infant car seats. It can be used with a variety of car seats, and both babies can be sat in their infant carriers simultaneously. strollers double strollers is a popular choice among parents who drive small cars. The clever design reduces the overall length so that it is able to fit into certain trunks. The seats are comfortable and padded, and they can be reclined in a variety of positions by pressing the button. The buckles are among the easiest to unfasten and fasten in our tests.
The only issue with the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is made for a big kid who is at minimum 2 1/2 years old. So it's not a good choice for twins or siblings close in age. It's still a great option for families that want to run and the durable design means that it won't wear out as quickly as other tandems.
Wheel Suspension
The suspension of the wheels on a twin stroller that has car seats makes it more comfortable for children. This is particularly true if you are walking over bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspensions have larger wheels, and typically have more shocks than strollers with no suspension. The more shocks a stroller comes with the smoother it will travel.
In addition to being simple to steer, a good wheel suspension makes a twin stroller that has car seats more durable. It will help it to last longer, which is great when you intend to use it for multiple children or for a long amount of time.
One of the best twin strollers with car seats for infants comes with excellent suspension for the wheels, and it's an old model that's been around for a while: the Baby Trend Snap-N-Go Double. It is packed with features that parents love, like two cup holders, a parent console that has a cup holder, and a large storage basket. It also comes with a height-adjustable handle, which can be helpful for taller parents.
Chicco BravoFor2 is another popular option for twins with infant car seats. It is a sit and stand stroller that can be used as a twin stroller, or with a single infant seat in front. It's a spacious stroller and folds up to a small size. It also has some pleasant features we like such as magnetic straps for the crotch that can be opened and closed with one hand.
It also has a 5-point harness, which is crucial because it will keep your kids secure in case of an accident. This is something that is not always included on strollers but should be an essential feature for families with toddlers or infants.
The other top pick for twin strollers with car seats is the Contours Options Elite V2. It comes with all of the features we love with reversible seats as well as one-hand reclining, compression padding in both seats adjustable leg rests, zip-up extensions on the canopy as well as extra-large storage. It also has a height-adjustable handles and an improved seat design that makes it easier to turn the seats back while on the move.
Canopy
A canopy will protect your children from the elements of rain and sun. Some models come with additional features, like the ability to peek behind or adjust the handles. One of our top choices is the BravoFor2. It BravoFor2, has an adjustable front seat that buckles at the shoulder and waist--making it easy for a single caregiver to take both kids out. The bench seat is able to be used by children who are at least 2 1/2 years old, therefore, it's not suitable for twins or children with younger siblings. However, we liked the fact that it folds down into a compact unit and has handles on each side to help you roll it up to the car.
Some parents prefer a double stroller that can be used side-by-side because it is less likely to cause sibling disputes. These strollers allow you to see both children at once and make it easier for a parent to monitor and interact with them. The downside is that side-byside strollers are usually heavier and longer than single models.
If you're looking for a lightweight option, our budget choice is the Baby Trend Double Snap N-Go is a reasonable and highly rated choice. It accepts two car seats for infants, and the newer version allows the seats to be positioned in any direction. We found the most recent model to be smaller than the previous model, however it still weighs a little more and is a little larger than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
Jeep's Urban Glide 3 is our top-rated twin-jogger for parents that like to jog. This stroller accommodates one car seat at a time, and even though it does not have an infant carrier built-in, it works with 23 different brands of car seats with a click-in adapter. It's a sturdy, well-made stroller, which can carry heavy loads without strain. We also liked the way the handles can be adjusted to fit your height.
If you have two kids of similar age, you might prefer a sit-and-stand model such as the Joovy Twin Roo+. This stroller is able to accommodate two infant car seats, or one toddler seat. It also has an elevated platform for older children to stand on. It's a tad more expensive than our budget stroller, but it's made by a small family-owned company with a great customer service.
Seating
If you are planning to use car seats for twins, then a stroller which accepts them is essential. Our top-rated 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 and a bassinet (sold separately). We prefer strollers that work with multiple infant car seats since you can choose from a variety of prices and not be tied to one 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 design offers an older-fashioned seating arrangement and is easier to maneuver -- particularly in narrow spaces or over curbs. A tandem stroller can be unstable and requires more space between the seats. The different seat heights could result in an argument between siblings.
There are a variety of strollers available for families with twins 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. Parents can transfer their children from their car to the double stroller in comfort.
The rear and front baskets of the stroller are large. They're ideal for storage of everything you need including diaper bags, backpacks and even extra clothes. Additionally, the front storage compartment has a separate compartment for your phone and keys. The baskets have mesh sides to stop items from falling out, meaning you don't need to keep rummaging for them.
Another option that is budget-friendly is the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double stroller, which offers a similar flexibility to our higher-end award winners. Its seats can be transformed into two toddler seats or modified bassinets. They can also be used with two infant car seats. This makes it a great option for twins from birth through early childhood.