Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats
You can choose a lightweight frame that can accommodate two car seats for infants during the baby days. The best choices include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double or Joovy TwinRoo+.
This model allows car seat carriers to face opposite directions or in the same direction and has a huge storage bin that you can access without removing the infant carriers. It can also fit through most doors.
Folding is easy
The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a stunning, huge twin stroller that can carry two infant car seats with the proper adapters (car seat adapters are sold separately). It easily glides and pushes with a smooth, smooth spin similar to a single-seat stroller. It comes with adjustable legs and foot rests, a generous UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, and padded five-point safety harnesses that are simple to secure and remove. The included toddler seat can be used, or you can add the RumbleSeat which is a bassinet style seat for infants and small children. The large storage basket offers plenty of space to store all your belongings and features four cup holders, a place to store your purse or phone.
However, it can be 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 remove the rear seat from its base in order to fold the stroller, which takes longer than the other double strollers that we've tried. The company has upgraded its Vista stroller to work with the new car seat adapters. The new version--launched April 2023) will work with both the original and updated adapters in both positions, and it can even fold with two adapters attached at once.
The Joovy TwinRoo+ is our most popular twin stroller frame for infant car seats. It can be used with a variety of car seats, and both babies can be carried in infant carriers at the same time. It's a popular choice for parents who drive smaller cars, and its clever design shortens the overall length to fit better in some compact trunks. The seats are comfortable and cushioned and can be reclined in multiple positions by pressing a button. The buckles were among the easiest to tighten and unwind in our tests.
The only issue with the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is specifically designed for a large child who's 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 choice for families who wish to run and the robust construction means that it won't wear out as quickly as other tandems.
Wheel Suspension
The wheel suspension of a twin stroller equipped with car seats is an important feature as it helps make it more comfortable for your kids. This is especially true if you are walking over bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspensions have larger wheels, and they typically come with more shocks than those that do not. The more shocks a stroller is equipped with, the smoother it will ride.
In addition to being easy to steer, good wheel suspension makes a twin stroller with car seats more robust. It will last longer and is ideal if are planning to use it for a number of children or for a long period.
The Baby Trend Snap-N Go Double is among the top twin strollers for infants with car seats. It has great wheel suspension, and it's an old model. 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 comes with a height-adjustable handle that can be useful for taller parents.
Another option for twins who have infant car seats is the Chicco BravoFor2. double umbrella stroller is a sit and stand stroller that can either be used as a twin stroller or with a single infant seat in front. It offers plenty of storage space and is compact when folded. It also has a few nice touches that we like such as magnetic straps for crotch that can be closed and opened by using just one hand.
It also comes with a five-point safety harness that keeps your children secure in the event of an accident. This is something that is not always on strollers, but it is an essential feature for families with toddlers or infants.
The Contours Options Elite V2 is another top option for twin strollers that can accommodate car seats. It comes with all the great features we like, including reversible seats and one-hand recline, compression padding in both seats, adjustable leg rests, zippered extensions to both canopies and extra-large storage. It also comes with height-adjustable handles and an improved seat design that makes it simpler to flip the seats around when you're on the move.
Canopy
A good canopy keeps your children safe from rain or sun, and a few models include extra features, such as an open window or adjustable handles. One of our top picks is the BravoFor2, features a front seat with a buckle that is adjusted at the waist and around the shoulder. This makes it simple for a single parent to take two kids out. The bench seat is designed to accommodate children who are at least 2 1/2 years old, so it's not the ideal choice for twins or children who are younger. However, we liked that this stroller folds into a compact package and comes with a handle on both sides to help carry it to the car.
Some parents might prefer a side-by-side double stroller because it's less prone to sibling squabbles. These strollers allow parents to be able to talk and observe both children at the same time. On the flip side, side-byside strollers are typically 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 an affordable and highly rated option. It can fit two infant car seats. The latest version of the product allows them to be placed in either direction. We found the new version to be less bulky than the previous model, however it weighs a bit more and is longer than the Joovy TwinRoo+.
Parents who want to run, our top-rated twin jogger is the Jeep-branded Urban Glide 3. This stroller can hold one car seat at a single time. And even though it doesn't come with an integrated infant carrier It can be used with 23 different brands of car seats using an adapter that clicks in. It's a solid, well-made stroller that can handle large loads without straining. Also, we loved how the handles adjust to fit your height.
If you have two kids who are the same age, you may 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 a platform for older kids to stand on. It's a bit more expensive than our budget-friendly stroller, but the company that makes it is a small, family-owned business that provides outstanding customer service.
Seating
If small double stroller planning to use car seats for twins in the infant stage, a stroller that accepts them will be essential. Our top-scoring strollers work with the most popular car seat brands. The UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double stroller can fit two car seats. The Joovy Twin Roo+ can accommodate one car seat, as well as an infant bassinet. We prefer strollers that work with a variety of infant car seat brands because it lets you shop for a wide range of prices without being locked into a specific 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 arrangement is more traditional and easy to maneuver, particularly in narrow spaces and over curbs. A tandem stroller can be unstable and requires more space between the seats. The different seat heights may result in a fight between siblings.
Fortunately, we've found there are many strollers for families with twins who are infants or children who are similar in age. The Baby Trend Sit N' Stand double stroller, for instance is a highly rated option that is compatible with car seats. Parents can take their children in comfort from the vehicle to the stroller.
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 compartment has a separate compartment for your phone and keys. The baskets are equipped with mesh sides to help prevent items from falling out, so you won't have to keep rummaging for them.
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is another option that is budget-friendly. It provides the same 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 bassinets for toddlers or modified ones that can be oriented in any direction. This makes it an ideal option for twins starting from birth through early childhood.