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Traveling with kids can be tricky, especially for families with two or more children. That's why double strollers are absolutely worth it — and since a lot of strollers are now designed to grow with your kids, they can make for a good investment too. But with so many options on the market, from popular wagon strollers to double strollers with car seats, finding the right fit for your family can be an overwhelming adventure to say the least.
What's the best double stroller for most families? Our top-tested model for 2023 remains the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Double Stroller, which has the best intersection of comfort for the kids, quality wheels that can handle different terrain, ease of fold and reasonable pricing based on the years it will last you. It consistently earns top marks from our testers and on-staff parenting pros. If you have a tighter budget, only need to use a double stroller for short errands or are looking for a double stroller for travel to Disney, there's no beating the price of the Delta Children LX Side by Side Stroller.
At the Good Housekeeping Institute, our product experts test baby strollers based on factors like maneuverability, ease of pushing and turning, stability, how comfortable the handlebars are and the amount of storage space available. Our Lab experts tested 30 double strollers and handpicked the best ones based on top brand performance and rave user reviews.
Whether you're looking for a double stroller for Disney World or are interested in jogging with your baby, these are the best double strollers of 2023.
At the end of this article, you can find more information on how we test double strollers, a rundown of the different types of double strollers and expert tips to help you decide if purchasing a double stroller is worth it for your needs. Looking for more baby gear to invest in? Take a look at our picks for the best cribs for babies and toddlers, best bassinets and best portable car seats.
Our Lab experts love the City Mini GT2's design because it has all the best features of the original GT model: roomy seats for both kids, a super-simple fold and rubber wheels that can take on tough sidewalks and dirt paths. This GT2 also includes large peekaboo windows in the canopies with magnetic closures and an adjustable leg area so your child can rest their calves comfortably.
Testers say this is a double that rolls smoothly — its all-wheel suspension helps with that. Our Lab experts also like the fold: You pull up on straps, one on each seat (under where a child sits), and the whole thing folds in half in a second or two. You can then store it resting upright. To open, you lift a latch and unfold it, which also only takes a few seconds.
The basket, while nice and wide, is completely under the seats and a bit difficult to access. (You have to bend down and reach over.) Our testers stashed things in the pockets behind each seat whenever possible. But our lead tester's family appreciated the adjustable handlebar, saying, "It easily adjusted between me at five-foot-three and my husband at six-foot-one."
This lightweight pick has been popular for years as a less bulky way to get two kids, toddler age and above, around. It weighs only about 18 pounds, and our analysts found that the lightweight frame made the stroller easy to fold, carry and store in the trunk or at home. Plus, the price is hard to beat!
Part of what makes the fold so slim is that there's no storage basket, though there are two pockets behind each seat. Our lead tester's husband complained about the handle placement being low, saying, "It's not ideal for tall parents." The small canopies also keep the stroller lightweight, but they're not very sun-shielding, so if you take your kids out for long sunlit walks, we'd recommend getting something bigger or adding on an additional stroller sunshade. This stroller is perfect for short runs to stores, parks and preschool. And if you're looking for a way to easily move two kids through an airport, this pick is for you. It also meets Disney size requirements if you're looking for a stroller to get you through the parks and on and off the buses.
Whether you have one child, two or three, this stroller can transition from birth through toddlerhood: Put a baby in the bassinet (included) and an additional child in the UPPAbaby RumbleSeat V2 (sold separately). Add the Vista PiggyBack ride-along board to the back and you can even take three kids, which our lead tester tried out and appreciated. The Vista V2 comes with a rain shield, and the basket, which can hold up to 30 pounds of stuff, has some spring to it, so you can pull it down to grab things out.
The Vista V2 is at the top of our list of the best strollers because if you start with this for your first kid, you can add to it and make it a double later, then subtract and turn it back into a single when your youngest is the only one still in a stroller. This Vista V2 features an extendable canopy and a no-rethread harness, which our Lab experts explain "make it simple to adjust the shoulder straps as your child grows taller." Reversible seats mean your kids can be parent-facing or facing the outside world. Our experts say to keep in mind that folding, lifting and storing this stroller requires extra effort compared with lightweight strollers.
If you have a family road trip coming up or if you're looking for a compact option to fit in your car while driving to and from outings, this model by Summer Infant is an affordable double stroller that won't take up much room in your trunk — and it can seat a baby as young as 6 months.
It includes a carry handle and is lightweight for everyday travel and beyond. Additional features include seats that recline separately (in case one kid wants to lean back and the other wants to sit up), storage baskets underneath and (granted, minimal) canopies to keep the sun out of your kids' eyes. While this double stroller is a great option for families who travel a lot, a tester noted that it doesn't perform well as on rugged terrain, saying, "The small plastic wheels turn easily through an airport but are not ready for trails." Another said, "There's a learning curve when figuring out how to close this stroller."
This double stroller is a top choice for joggers for a few reasons: It features mountain bike-style suspension and giant wheels, which help deliver a smooth ride even on challenging terrain. Our reviewers have agreed on this claim, though they note that having "real" wheels makes this a heavy stroller. We've had plenty of reviewers who don't actually run with the Duallie but appreciate it for an outdoorsy lifestyle; this is great for walking trails and parks. Lock the front wheel if you want to walk or jog sure and straight; unlock and let it swivel if you'll be in town making twists and turns.
In addition to the wide basket, this stroller includes 10 storage pockets, perfect for stashing adult and kid water bottles, sunscreen and wipes. Each seat reclines separately, and they're designed with compression padding for the kids. Extra-large UPF 50+ canopies feature peek-through windows.
Others on our list are also good for Disney, but our reviewers called this stroller out as specifically convenient to use at the airport and for trips to theme parks. It's lightweight at 19 pounds, folds down easily into a remarkably small shape and meets Disney park requirements. One reviewer who brought it to the theme parks said, "It was a breeze to set up and carry." The brand also makes a similar stroller with three seats for toddlers that our team found quite innovative.
Note that the basket under the seats is small. But we appreciate the one-parent cup holder and the canopies that are more generously sized than those on most other lightweight doubles. The sunshades have peekaboo windows too. The leatherette bumper bars are a nice touch, and the seats recline separately. The wheels are not for tough terrain but do well in cities and, of course, theme parks.
Joovy strollers have been proven to perform well in our Lab tests — the brand is known for making sturdy strollers on strong aluminum frames. For this particular model, one child sits in the forward-facing seat while an older child can sit or stand on the rear platform or bench seat. It also comes with a universal car seat adapter if you prefer that your youngest baby ride in their car seat, making this a great choice for a newborn and a toddler.
Our lead tester who used this double stroller says, "My toddler was chatty, and I could keep strolling, rather than stopping, and attend to whatever she wanted to tell me, because she could face me and talk. Meanwhile, my baby was happy with the wide seat and snack tray." She noted, however, that this stroller requires a wider turning radius than other, more nimble double strollers, and the basket is hard to reach (you have to shift the rear seat aside for widest access) and also can't hold as much cargo weight as others. On the plus side, there's a huge canopy on the front and an optional roll-up canopy for the back, plus a parent organizer.
Nuna strollers are popular among online reviewers and our Lab experts. The Demi Grow can be converted into 23 different configurations (some require car seat and bassinet attachments, sold separately), but we love that it features a narrower, tandem style, as pictured, a nice option if you're afraid that a side-by-side will feel too wide. You get two seats from the start — no need to buy a second one. Because the seats are identical in size, this is a nice double stroller for twins.
Each seat includes a canopy with a privacy drape that can roll down, plus padded leg cushions for extra support. This 2022 version comes with an extra mesh canopy, too, for better airflow if you live somewhere warm. It also comes with one car seat adapter and a rain cover. Note that the top seat can reverse to face the parent, but the bottom seat can only face forward. Our Lab tests found it's easy to push, but it takes up more space than other double strollers when folded. The basket gets a little swallowed up by the seats, there's no parent console, and there aren't any pockets. But each seat can hold a child up to 50 pounds, making this a long-lasting choice.
Because each seat on the G-Link 2 can hold up to 55 pounds and has a long seat back, this is a long-lasting side-by-side double stroller that could be great for two older kids, for twins as they grow or for giving your older child a seat next to your younger kid for many years. In our testing, we loved how easy it is to fold and unfold this stroller, but it does not stand upright when folded, so you have to lay it down in your trunk or at home. Parents can take advantage of the built-in travel handle for easier transport.
The wheels on the G-Link 2 are small and meant for city strolling, not for trails. It features multi-position reclining seats and UPF 50+ sunshades. There's a cup holder for a parent on the back, as well as a storage pocket on the back of each seat, in addition to the wide (if shallow) basket.
Depending on the parents' preference, the Pivot Xplore can transform from stroller to wagon and back by simply flipping the handle. Each seat features a protective canopy cover, and there's a child tray in the middle for two to share snacks and toys. The wagon can accept one infant car seat (sold separately) and offers plenty of storage room. It's amazing for days at the beach, park or zoo; for parades or festivals; and for making your way through a farmers' market or street fair. Unfortunately, it does not meet Disney park requirements; the company frowns on guests bringing something this large.
Reviewers like that this stroller wagon is more affordable than most. In our tests, we found that babies and toddlers alike enjoy the setup of facing a sibling or friend, and we found that older children can hop in and out without a problem. Though we named this the best overall stroller wagon, if you're interested in this style you might want to check out all of our other favorite stroller wagons too.
Each of the two seats on the Cortina Together can take a Chicco infant car seat, as shown, without any extra adapters, making it suitable from birth for twins (though you'll need to buy the Chicco KeyFit car seats separately). The basket is one of our favorites because there's a zipper you can open for access that also helps prevent anything from falling out. It also has an easy fold, and, when folded, it stays standing up.
When this stroller is used as two seats, the child in the rear does have somewhat limited visibility, since the rear seat is not raised far above the front one. There's a parent console with a cup holder, and the front kid seat has two cup holders as well. Take note, though, that it's heavy, clocking in at 34 pounds.
The Good Housekeeping Institute's engineering and parenting pros have reviewed 30 double strollers in the last seven years. We ask each manufacturer to provide American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) certification to verify that its stroller passed ASTM's safety standards. We then perform in-Lab and at-home tests to look at maneuverability, ease of pushing and turning, stability, ease of reclining the stroller, ease of getting the babies in and out of the stroller, ergonomics for the parents pushing the stroller, storage space and more. To accomplish this, we push the strollers over varied terrain, including pavement, grass, dirt and cobblestone, and we make obstacle courses to evaluate effort required and stability capabilities. In this picture, you can see how we double-check for pinch points, which could cause accidents. We identify potentially hazardous finger hot spots by placing a test probe or pencil between the frames and hinges of the hoods. If the probe comes into contact with the hinges or frame and prevents the hood from fully folding or unfolding, the stroller is considered hazardous.
As you're deciding on the best double stroller to buy, keep these things in mind:
✔️ Car seat compatibility: Although most strollers today are car seat compatible, always double-check the user guide to make sure. (Most need car seat adapters or work only with certain brands.)
✔️ Size, maneuverability and purpose: Are you hoping to take your little ones with you while jogging? Do you need a double stroller that can easily fit through narrow aisles? Are you only on sidewalks, or do you sometimes go on park trails? Do you need to take your double stroller on an airplane? How you plan to use your stroller will help dictate the features that are most important for you.
✔️ Convertibility: Unless you have twins, there will likely come a time when you only need to push your youngest around. Modular, convertible strollers let you remove or add seats at your convenience, so your double stroller can transform into a single. Convertible strollers are great for a growing family, but they tend to cost more than other models and aren't as practical for a set of twins.
✔️ Your children's ages: Make sure that your children are in the right age and weight range to help ensure their safety. If you have two infants, or an infant and a toddler, or are planning on more children in the future, different models are better for different ages.
If you're going to be schlepping around more than one kiddo, many parents find a double stroller to be a great investment. Ever tried to push two separate strollers at one time? We don't recommend. And even though you can strap a tiny sibling into an infant carrier while you push the oldest, that gets tiresome after a few months because it's hard to bend down and tend to your eldest while wearing your youngest.
Double strollers are great for keeping little ones accounted for, as well as saving space in your car or while you're on the go. With narrow tandem stroller designs or versatile side-by-side buggies that help you keep an eye on everyone at the same time, you can brave the grocery aisle, the park and almost anywhere else with only one set of hands.
And for those who have an older kid on the cusp of walking on their own, or for parents who want the flexibility of having a single stroller too, some double strollers offer the option to remove one of the seats when not in use, so you don't have to worry about buying both a single and a double stroller separately.
Here are a few types of double strollers to know about before you go shopping:
The Good Housekeeping Institute provides expert reviews and advice on everything a parent needs, including strollers. Testing for this story was overseen by Rachel Rothman, chief technologist and director of engineering at the GH Institute. For more than 15 years, Rachel has put her training in mechanical engineering and applied mathematics to work by researching, testing and writing about parenting products. Plus, as a mom to three kids under 6, she's personally tested many of the products we recommend in real life. See her picks for the best baby monitors.
In her role as Parenting & Pets Reviews Analyst, Jamie Spain brings years of experience to the Good Housekeeping Institute, having reviewed products for Good Housekeeping magazine and BuzzFeed. She previously worked in the parenting sphere at People. She's also written about the best car organizers.
This latest update was written by Contributing Writer Jessica Hartshorn, who spent decades reviewing strollers for American Baby and Parents magazines. She also updated our roundup of the best sleep sacks for babies and many other kid-focused stories.
Rachel Rothman (she/her) is the chief technologist and executive technical director at the Good Housekeeping Institute, where she oversees testing methodology, implementation and reporting for all GH Labs. She also manages GH’s growing research division and the analysis of applicants for the GH Seal and all other testing emblems. During her 15 years at Good Housekeeping, Rachel has had the opportunity to evaluate thousands of products, including toys and cars for GH’s annual awards programs and countless innovative breakthroughs in consumer tech and home improvement.
Jamie (she/her) is a parenting and pets reviews analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute, where she spends her time testing, researching and writing about pet and family products. Prior to starting at GH in 2021, she worked at BuzzFeed and People, covering a combination of product reviews and lifestyle content. She's a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and psychology and a master’s degree in journalism.
Jessica (she/her) is a freelance writer with several decades of experience writing lifestyle content and evaluating home and parenting products. A mom of two teens and two cats, her previous work can be seen in American Baby and Parents.
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