Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
When you are a baby, you might choose to use 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 turn the car seat carriers in either the opposite direction or the same. It also comes with an ample storage bin which can be accessed without having to remove the infant carriers. It can also fit through most doors.
Folding is easy
The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a huge, beautiful twin stroller. It can hold two infant car seats when fitted with the appropriate adapters (car-seat adapters are available separately). It glids, pushes and turns like a single-seater stroller. It features adjustable footrests and legrests and a huge UPF 50+ canopy, a peekaboo windows, and padded five-point safety harnesses. The toddler seat included can be used, or you could add the RumbleSeat which is a bassinet-like seat for infants and young children. The oversized storage basket is big enough for all your stuff and has a convenient spot to keep your phone or purse and four cup holders.
But it’s also difficult to fold, particularly when you’ve got one hand on the handlebar, and another on the car seat of your child. You’ll also need to disconnect the rear seat from the base in order to fold it up, a process that takes longer than other double strollers we’ve tested. Thankfully, the company has updated 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 fold with two adapters connected simultaneously.
Another option for families with twins is the Joovy TwinRoo+, our most popular infant car seat twin stroller frame. It can be used with a variety of car seats, and twins can be carried in infant carriers simultaneously. It’s a favorite for many parents who drive smaller cars and its clever 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 a button. The buckles were among the most simple to secure and remove in our tests.
The only downside to the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is designed for a large child who’s at least 2 1/2 years old–so it’s not ideal for twins or siblings who are close in age. It’s still a great option for families that want to go jogging and the robust structure means 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 is a feature that makes it more comfortable for kids. This is particularly true if you are walking over bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspension typically come with larger wheels and shocks. The smoother a stroller rides and the more shocks it has.
A twin stroller that has a car seat that is easy to steer will be more durable. It will last longer and is ideal if intend to use it with multiple children or for a long period.
One of the top twin strollers with car seats for infants has great wheel suspension, and it’s an old model that’s been around for long enough the Baby Trend Snap-N’Go Double. It has a lot of features that many parents love, such as two cup holders, a parent console with a cup holder, and an storage basket that can accommodate lots of items. It has a height adjustable handle that is useful for taller parents.
Chicco BravoFor2 is another popular option for twins using infant car seats. It is a sit and stand stroller that can be used as a twin stroller, or with one infant seat in the front. It offers plenty of storage space and is compact when folded. It also comes with a few nice features that we love such as magnetic straps for the crotch that can be closed and opened with just one hand.
It is also equipped with a five-point safety harness that keeps your children secure in the event of an accident. This isn’t always found on strollers, but it should be mandatory for any family with newborns or toddlers.
The second top choice for twin strollers with car seats is the Contours Options Elite V2. It comes with all the features we love, such as reversible seating and one-hand recline with a padding that compresses on both seats, adjustable legs rests, zippered extension on both canopy and extra-large storage. It also features height-adjustable handle and a redesigned seat to allow for easier reversing of seats while moving.
Canopy
A canopy can shield your children from the elements of rain and sun. Some models come with extra features, such as an adjustable handle or peekaboo. One of our top choices is the BravoFor2. It BravoFor2 features the front seat that buckles at the waist and shoulders, making it simple for a single parent to take both children out. The bench seat can only accommodate children who are at least 2 1/2 years old therefore it’s not suitable for twins or smaller siblings. However, we loved that this stroller folds into a compact size and comes with a handle on each side to help you carry it to the car.
Some parents prefer a double stroller that can be used side-by-side as it is less likely to create sibling conflicts. These strollers allow parents to see and converse with both children simultaneously. On the other hand, side-by-side models tend to be heavier and longer than single strollers.
If you’re looking to find a light alternative, our budget-friendly pick Baby Trend Double Snap N-Go is a low-cost and highly rated selection. It accepts two car seats for infants, and the latest version allows the seats to face either way. The most recent version is smaller than its predecessor, but still weighs more and is wider than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
If you’re a parent who wants to jog, our top-rated twin jogger is the Jeep-branded Urban Glide 3. This stroller can accommodate one car seat at any given time. It can also be used with 23 different brands of car seats via the click-in-adapter, despite the fact that it does not have an infant carrier built-in. This is a sturdy, well-made stroller, which can carry heavy loads without stress. We also liked the way the handles could be adjusted to suit your height.
If you have two kids who are the same age, you may prefer a stroller that lets you sit and stand, such as the Joovy lightweight twin buggy Roo+. This stroller is able to accommodate two infant car seats or one toddler seat. It also comes with 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 business with a great customer service.
Seating
If you’re planning on using car seats for twins in the infant stage A stroller that can accept them will be essential. A majority of our top-scoring double strollers come with car seat adapters, making them compatible with most popular brands. For instance the UPPAbaby Vista v2 double works with two car seats and the Joovy Twin Roo+ accommodates one car seat as well as bassinet (sold separately). We recommend strollers that are compatible with multiple infant car seats because you can shop from a variety of prices and not be shackled 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 a more traditional seating configuration and is also more maneuverable — especially in narrow spaces or over curbs. A tandem stroller can be unstable and requires more space between the seats. In addition, the differing heights of the seats can cause sibling rivalries, which is why we suggest you use a tandem stroller only when your children are nearing age.
There are a variety of strollers available for families with twins or children of similar age. For instance, the Baby Trend Sit and Stand 2.0 double infant strollers stroller is a top-rated model that’s compatible with car seats (the Secure-Lift 35 and EZ-Lift 35 Plus). This lets parents carry their children comfortably from their car to the stroller.
The front and rear baskets of the stroller are large. These baskets are ideal for storing all your gear including diaper bags, extra clothes, and backpacks. The front storage area also comes with a place to store keys and phones. The baskets are sided with mesh to stop items from falling, so you don’t have to search around to find them.
Another budget-friendly option is the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double stroller that offers the same range of features as some of our higher-end award winners. Its seats work with two infant car seat carriers and can be converted to two bassinets for toddlers or modified ones that can be oriented in any direction. This makes it an ideal option for twins starting from birth until early childhood.