Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
You could choose a frame that is lightweight and can accommodate two car seats for infants in the early days of your baby. Some of the best choices include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double and Joovy twinRoo+.
This model allows you to change the car seat carriers in either the same or opposite direction. It also has an ample storage bin that can be accessed without having to remove the infant carriers. It can also fit through the majority of doors.
Folding Ease
The UPPAbaby vista V2 is a large gorgeous twin stroller. It can hold two car seats for infants when fitted with the appropriate adapters (car-seat adapters are sold separately). It glides around, pushes and turns as a single-seater stroller. It comes with an adjustable leg and foot rests, a spacious UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out, and padded five-point safety harnesses that are simple to unfasten and fasten. The toddler seat included can be used, or you could add the RumbleSeat which is a bassinet like seat for infants as well as young children. The oversized storage basket is roomy enough to accommodate all your items and comes with a convenient place to store your purse or phone, and four cup holders.
But it can also be difficult to fold, especially when you have one hand on the handlebar and the other on the car seat of your child. It's also necessary to disconnect the rear seat from the base to fold it up, a procedure that takes longer than other double strollers that we have tested. The company has updated its Vista stroller to be compatible with the new car seat adapters. The new version--launched April 2023) will work with both the original and the updated adapters in both configurations, and will fold with two adapters attached at once.
Another option for families with twins is the Joovy TwinRoo+, our favorite twin stroller for infants. frame. It can be used with 23 different car seats, and twins can be carried in infant carriers at the same time. It's a favorite for many parents driving smaller cars and its innovative design shortens the overall length to fit better in trunks that are compact. The seats are comfortable and padded, and they can be reclined in a variety of positions by pressing a button. The buckles are among the simplest to fasten and unfasten in our tests.
The only downside to the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is 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. It's still a great option for families who want to run and the robust design means that it won't deteriorate as fast as other tandems.
Wheel Suspension
The wheel suspension on twin strollers with car seats is a feature that 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 usually come with more shocks than those with no suspension. The more smooth a stroller's ride, the more shocks it comes with.
In addition to being easy to steer, a good wheel suspension makes a twin stroller that has car seats more robust. It will help it to last longer, which is ideal if you plan on using it for multiple children or for a long period of time.
The Baby Trend Snap-N-Go Double is among the best twin strollers for infants with car seats. It has great wheel suspension and it's an older model. It comes with a variety of features that many parents appreciate, such as two cup holders, a console for parents with a cup holder, and an storage basket that can hold many items. It comes with a height-adjustable handle that is useful for taller parents.
Another option for twins with infant car seats is the Chicco BravoFor2. This is a sit-and-stand stroller that can be used with an infant car seat in the front or as twin strollers. It has a ton of storage space and is relatively compact when folded. It has some nice touches like magnetic crotch belts that can be opened or closed with just one hand.
It also comes with a five-point safety harness to keep your children safe in the event of an accident. It's not often included on strollers but it's mandatory for any family with infants or toddlers.
The Contours Options Elite V2 is another top choice for twin strollers that can accommodate car seats. It comes with all the features we love, such as reversible seating and one-hand recline with a the ability to compress the padding on both seats, adjustable leg rests, zippered extension on both canopy, and a large storage. It also comes with adjustable height for the handles as well as a new seat design that makes it easier to reverse the seats while on the move.
Canopy
A canopy will protect your children from the sun and rain. Some models have additional features, like the ability to peek behind or adjust the handles. One of our top choices, the BravoFor2 features an adjustable front seat that can be buckled at the shoulder and waist--making it easy for a single caregiver to take both children out. The bench seat can only be used by children who are at least 2 1/2 years old therefore, it's not suitable for twins or smaller siblings. This stroller is compact and has handles on both sides to help transport it to your car.
Some parents prefer a double stroller that can be used side-by-side as it is less likely to result in sibling fights. These types of strollers also let you see both children at the same time, making it easy for a parent to supervise and talk with them. On the flip side, side-byside models tend to be heavier and longer than single strollers.
If you're looking to find a light option, our budget choice is the Baby Trend Double Snap-N'-Go is a low-cost and highly rated option. It accepts two car seats for infants, and the more recent version lets the seats face either direction. We found the new version to be less bulky than its predecessor, however it weighs a bit more and is a little larger than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
For 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 accommodate one car seat at any given time. It also works with 23 different car seat brands via an adapter that clicks in, even though it does not have an infant carrier built-in. It's a sturdy, well-constructed stroller that can handle large loads without straining, and we loved how the handles adjust to fit your height.
If you have two kids with the same age, you may want a sit-and-stand model such as the Joovy Twin Roo+. It can accommodate two infant car seats or one toddler seat. It also has a platform for older children to stand on. It's a bit more expensive than our budget stroller, but it's made by a small family-owned business with excellent customer service.
Seating
If you intend to use car seats for twins and a stroller that will accept them is crucial. Many of our top-scoring double strollers are compatible with car seat adapters, making them compatible with the most popular brands. The UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double stroller can accommodate two car seats. The Joovy Twin Roo+ can accommodate one car seat and the bassinet. We prefer strollers that work with a variety of infant car seats brands, as it lets you shop at a greater variety of prices without having to commit to one particular brand.
You'll want to decide whether you prefer a tandem or a side-by-side stroller. A twin stroller with a side-by-side design offers the traditional seating configuration and is more maneuverable -- particularly in restricted spaces or when crossing curbs. A tandem stroller on the other hand it can be more unstable and requires more room between the seats. In addition, the differing seat heights can lead to sibling rivalries, so we recommend that you choose a tandem stroller only if your children are nearing age.
We've discovered that there are many strollers that can be used by families with infant twins or children of similar in age. For instance the Baby Trend Sit and Stand 2.0 double stroller is a highly-rated option that is compatible with car seats (the Secure-Lift 35 as well as the EZ Lift 35 Plus). This lets parents move their children from their car to the double stroller with ease.
The rear and front baskets of the stroller are also spacious. They're ideal for storing all your belongings including backpacks, diaper bags and even extra clothes. The front storage also comes with a place to store keys and phones. The baskets are sided with mesh to prevent items from falling over, so you don't have to rummage to find them.
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is an alternative that is affordable. It provides the same degree of versatility to some of our award-winning strollers. 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 an ideal option for twins starting from birth until early childhood.