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Buying a Twin Stroller With Car Seats

You might opt for a frame that is lightweight and can accommodate two infant car seats during the baby days. Some of the top options include the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double or Joovy TwinRoo+.

This model allows the car seat carriers to face either same or opposite directions and also has a huge storage bin that you can access without having to remove the infant carriers. It is also able to fit through the majority of doorways.

Folding is easy

The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a huge beautiful twin stroller. It can hold two car seats for infants when equipped with the appropriate adapters (car-seat adapters are available separately). It glides, turns and pushes like a single-seater stroller. It comes with an adjustable leg and foot rests, a large UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out at the sky, and padded five-point safety harnesses that are easy to secure and remove. You can use the included toddler seat, or add the RumbleSeat, which is a bassinet like seat for infants and small children. The large storage basket offers plenty of space for all your belongings. It also has four cup holders, which is a space to store your phone or purse.

It isn't easy to fold, particularly if you are holding the handlebar with one hand while holding the seat for your child in the other. You'll also have to remove the rear seat from its base in order to fold the stroller, which can take longer than the other double strollers we've test. Thankfully, the company has updated the Vista to work with its new car seat adapters. The new version--launched April 2023) will work with both the original and the updated adapters in both positions, and will fold with two of the adapters at the same time.

The Joovy TwinRoo+ is our favorite twin stroller frame for infant car seats. It can be used with 23 different car seat models and is able to carry both babies in their infant carriers side by side. It is a favorite among parents who drive small vehicles. The clever design reduces the overall length so that it fits better in some trunks. The seats are cushioned and comfortable, and they can recline to multiple positions with the press of a button. The buckles were among the most simple to fasten and undo in our tests.

The only downside to the TwinRoo+ is that its bench seat is designed for a big kid who's at minimum 2 1/2 years old, so it's not ideal for twins or siblings close in age. But it's still an excellent option for families who wish to jog, and its tough frame construction means that it will not wear out as fast as other tandems we've tried.

Wheel Suspension

The suspension of the wheel of a twin stroller equipped with car seats is a crucial feature as it helps make it more comfortable for your children. This is especially true if you are walking over bumps and rough terrain. Strollers with suspension typically come with larger wheels and shocks. The more comfortable a stroller rides the more shocks it has.

A twin stroller that has a car seat that is easy to steer will also be more durable. It can help it last longer, which is great when you intend to use it for multiple children or for a long amount of time.

One of the best twin strollers with car seats for infants has great wheel suspension, and it's a model that's been around since a while: the Baby Trend Snap-N-Go Double. It has many features that parents will love, including two cup holders, an integrated parent console with cup holder and a large storage bin. It has a height adjustable handle that is useful for taller parents.

Another option that is popular for twins with infant car seats is the Chicco BravoFor2. This is a sit and stand stroller that can be used as a twin stroller or with an infant seat that is placed in the front. It's a spacious stroller and folds up to a small size. It has some nice touches, such as magnetic crotch belts which can be opened or closed with just one hand.

double jogging stroller  has a 5-point harness, which is important because it keeps your kids secure in case of an accident. This feature is not always on strollers but should be mandatory for families with infants or toddlers.

The other top pick for twin strollers that have car seats is the Contours Options Elite V2. It comes with all the features we like, including reversible seating and one-hand recline with a padding that compresses on both seats, adjustable leg rests, zippered extension on both canopy and extra-large storage. It also comes with adjustable height handle and a modernized seat design that makes it easier to flip the seats around when you're on the move.

Canopy

A good canopy keeps your children safe from sun or rain, and a few models include extra features, such as an open window or adjustable handles. One of our top choices, the BravoFor2, features a front seat with a buckle that can be adjusted at the waist and shoulder. This makes it easy for a single parent to take two kids out. Its bench seat is made to hold a child who's at least 2 1/2 years older, which means it's not the ideal choice for twins or children who are younger. This stroller is compact and comes with handles on both sides to help you take it to the car.

Some parents might prefer a stroller with a side-byside design because it's less susceptible to squabbles between siblings. These strollers let you see both children at once and make it easier for parents to monitor and interact with them. The drawback is that side-by-side strollers are usually heavier and longer than single models.

If you are looking for a lightweight and affordable option Baby Trend Double Snap-N-Go is a highly-rated and affordable choice. It can fit two car seats for infants. The newer version can be set up in either direction. We found the latest model to be more compact than its predecessor, but it still weighs more and is a bit larger than the Joovy TwinRoo+.

Jeep's Urban Glide 3 is our top-rated twin-jogger for parents who enjoy jogging. It can accommodate one car seat at a time--and even though it does not have an integrated infant carrier it can be used with 23 different brands of car seats via a click-in adapter. It's a solid, well-made stroller that can handle large loads without straining. Also, we liked the way that the handles adjust to fit your height.

If you have two kids of the same age you may want to choose an option that lets you sit and stand with ease, such as the Joovy Twin 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 more expensive than our budget-friendly stroller, but the company that makes it is a small-scale family company with excellent customer service.

Seating

If you're planning to use car seats for twins who are infants the stroller that supports these will be crucial. Our top-scoring strollers are compatible with the most well-known car seat brands. For example, the UPPAbaby Vista v2 double works with two car seats, and the Joovy Twin Roo+ accommodates one car seat and bassinet (sold separately). We prefer strollers that work with multiple infant car seats because you can pick from a variety of prices and not be locked into a single brand.

You'll want to decide whether you prefer a tandem or a side-by-side stroller. A twin stroller that has a side-by-side arrangement is more traditional and easier to maneuver, especially in narrow spaces and over curbs. A tandem stroller could be unstable and require more space between the seats. The different seat heights may also lead to a fight between siblings.

We've discovered that there are plenty of stroller options for families with twins in the infant stage or children who are similar in 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 the vehicle to the stroller.

The rear and front baskets of the stroller are also large. These baskets are perfect to store all of 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 equipped with mesh sides to prevent items from falling out, meaning you don't have to search for them.

Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is another budget-friendly option. 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 be combined with two infant car seats. This makes it a great option for twins from birth to early childhood.