Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
In the early days of your baby you may decide to purchase a light frame stroller that can accommodate two infant car seats. The top choices include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double and Joovy twinRoo+.
This model allows you to rotate the car seat in either the opposite direction or 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 doors.
Folding is easy
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 glids, turns and pushes like a single-seater stroller. It has footrests that can be adjusted, leg and leg rests that are adjustable as well as a large UPF 50+ canopy, a peekaboo windows, and padded five-point safety harnesses. It comes with a toddler seat, or you can add the RumbleSeat, which is a bassinet-like seat for infants and small children. The oversized storage basket is big enough to hold all your belongings and comes with a convenient place to stash your phone or purse, as well as four cup holders.
It can be difficult to fold, particularly when you're holding the handlebar with one hand while holding the child's seat in the other. You'll also need remove the rear seat from its base in order to fold the stroller, which takes longer than other double strollers we tried. The company has updated its Vista stroller to work with their 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 it can even fold with two adapters attached at once.
Another option for families with twins is the Joovy TwinRoo+, our favorite infant car seat twin stroller frame. It can be used with a variety of car seats and both babies can be carried in their infant carriers simultaneously. It's a popular choice for parents who drive smaller cars and its innovative design reduces the overall length so that it fits better in trunks that are compact. The seats are cushioned and comfortable, and can recline to a variety of positions at the touch of one button. The buckles were among the easiest to fasten and undo in our tests.
The only downside to the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is specifically designed for a big kid who is at minimum 2 1/2 years old, so it's not a good choice for twins or siblings who are close in age. However, it's a great option for families that want to jog and its sturdy construction means that the frame won't wear out as quickly as some other tandems we've tested.
Wheel Suspension
The suspension of the wheel on a twin stroller that has car seats makes it more comfortable for the kids. This is particularly true if you're walking on bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspension typically have larger wheels and shocks. The more smooth a stroller's ride the more shocks it has.
In addition to being easy to steer, good wheel suspension can make a twin stroller that has car seats more durable. It will make it last longer and is ideal if you are planning to use it for multiple children or for a long time.
One of the top twin strollers that come with car seats for infants has excellent suspension for the wheels and is a model that's been around a while: the Baby Trend Snap-N-Go Double. It has a lot of features that many parents love, including two cup holders, a parent console with a cup holder and an storage basket that can hold a lot. It comes with a height-adjustable handle that is ideal for taller parents.
Another option 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 a single infant seat in the front. It offers plenty of storage space and is compact when folded. It also has some nice touches that we like for example, magnetic crotch straps that can be closed and opened by using just one hand.
It also comes with a 5-point safety harness that will keep your children safe in the case of an accident. This is something that is not always on strollers, but it is mandatory for families with toddlers or infants.
The second top choice for twin strollers with car seats is the Contours Options Elite V2. It comes with all of the wonderful features we like with reversible seats as well as one-hand recline, compression padding in both seats adjustable leg rests, zippered extensions on the canopy as well as extra-large storage. It also has adjustable height handle and a modernized seat design that makes it simpler to flip the seats around when you're on the go.
Canopy
A canopy will shield your children from the elements of rain and sun. Certain models include additional features, like a peekaboo or adjustable handles. One of our top choices is the BravoFor2. It BravoFor2 features the front seat that can be buckled at the waist and shoulder, making it easy for a single person to take both kids out. Its bench seat can only be used by children who are at least 2 1/2 years old so it is not suitable for twins or children with younger siblings. This stroller is compact and comes with handles on both sides to help you carry it to your car.
Some parents may prefer a stroller with a side-byside design due to its less proneness to sibling squabbles. These strollers allow parents to see and converse with both children simultaneously. The downside is that side-by-side strollers are usually heavier and longer than single models.
If you are seeking a light and affordable alternative Baby Trend Double Snap-N'-Go is a highly-rated and budget-friendly option. It accepts two car seats for infants and the newer version lets the seats face either way. The latest model is more compact than its predecessor, but still weighs more and is longer than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
Parents who want to jog the twin jogger that we recommend as our top pick is the Jeep-branded Urban Glide 3. This stroller can hold one car seat at a time, and even though it does not have an integrated infant carrier, it works with 23 different brands of car seats using a click-in adapter. It's a sturdy, well-constructed stroller that can handle large loads without straining. And we were impressed by the way the handles adjust to your height.
If you have two children who are similar age, you might prefer a sit-and-stand model such as the Joovy Twin Roo+. This stroller can fit the infant car seats or one toddler seat, and offers a standing platform that allows older kids to stand on. It's a bit more expensive than our budget stroller but it's made by a small, family-owned business with great customer service.
Seating
If you intend to use car seats for twins then a stroller that accepts them is essential. Many of our top-scoring double stroller s come with car seat adapters, making them compatible with the most popular brands. The UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double stroller can fit two car seats. The Joovy Twin Roo+ can accommodate one car seat and an infant bassinet. We prefer strollers that work with multiple infant car seats because you can choose from a wide range of prices and not be tied to one brand.
You'll need to decide if you prefer a tandem or side-by-side stroller. A twin stroller with a side-byside arrangement is more traditional and simpler to maneuver, especially in restricted spaces and over curbs. A tandem stroller can be unstable and requires more space between the seats. Additionally, the various seat heights can lead to sibling rivalries, so we suggest that you select a tandem stroller only when your children are close to age.
There are many stroller options for families with twins or children of similar age. The Baby Trend Sit & Stand double stroller, for instance is a highly-rated option that works with car seats. Parents can carry their children comfortably from their vehicle to the stroller.
The rear and front baskets of the stroller are also large. These baskets are great for storing all of your diaper bags, extra clothes, and backpacks. The front storage includes a space for your keys and phone. The baskets have mesh sides to prevent items from falling out, meaning you don't need to search for them.
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is another budget-friendly option. It offers a similar degree of versatility to some of our award-winning strollers. Its seats work with two infant car seat carriers and can be converted to two toddler seats or modified bassinets that can be oriented in any direction. This makes it a great choice for twins, from the time of birth to early childhood.