Choosing a Double Umbrella Stroller
When shopping for a double umbrella stroller it's important to evaluate your family's needs and preferences. This will help you narrow down your options and focus on the most important features.
Uppababy G-Link 2 is an excellent double umbrella stroller, that's well-constructed and folds up compactly. It has large canopies as well as a huge storage bin, and is easy to move around.
Lightweight
The top double umbrella strollers provide lots of features in a small, light package. They're not as heavy as a typical stroller or jogger and are usually smaller when folded. While they don't have the bells, whistles, and storage space of full-size strollers; they do provide large canopy and seating that reclines.
A compact double umbrella stroller is a popular choice for families who travel together. It folds easily and fits in most carry-on bags or trunks for planes. It is also a good option for narrow entrances and crowded streets. It's also less expensive than the "travel stroller" with more features that can be used regularly.
Some of the best double strollers, like the UPPAbaby G-Link 2 have features that aren't found on the lighter models. The double umbrella stroller comes with hanging storage pockets with tray for snacks and toys on each seat, as well as two cupholders for parents. Its minimalist design makes it one of the slimmest double umbrella strollers on the market when folded and features a large canopy to protect both seats.
Some other options that are light like the Joovy Kooper X2, have more bells and whistles you'd expect from a double umbrella stroller. It also offers a more comfortable ride for both kids thanks to padded seating and a more comfortable recline in each seat. The more features you pick the more heavy the stroller. Additionally, due to the way strollers can be closed and opened it is important to be cautious not to let tiny fingers catch on hinges or frames, especially when your child is seated in a seat.
Compact
When folded when folded, the most compact double umbrella strollers are easily maneuverable and be tucked away in tight spaces. These strollers are a great choice for parents who will often use them on sidewalks, shopping malls, or to get around tourist destinations like the zoo or aquarium. These lightweight, compact strollers are also ideal for commuting or as a backup option to an extra heavy, equipped stroller when traveling.
There are two types of umbrellas that are lightweight that have a few features and those that offer many comfort and convenience features, in addition to their small size and light weight. Some of the best examples are large pop-out umbrellas that come with SPF 50, windows that peek out and cushioned seats. They also have 5-point safety harnesses that are on both sides, leg rests as well as reclined seats. Other important aspects to consider are whether or not you need a parent tray or car seat attachment and how much storage space each seat offers.
The Delta Children LX Double Umbrella is a light, low-cost umbrella that is very affordable. This stroller weighs only 18 pounds and comes with an easy-to-carry strap for schlepping and fits easily in the trunk of your car or in a front closet when not in use. Its front wheels have precision technology and swivel, providing an easy ride and smooth steering. The brand new Kinderwagon Hop is a tandem umbrella stroller with a super-narrow width that is also ultralight and easy to maneuver through doorways. The model was out of the market for a couple of years but is now back in production and worth a look. It also has three panels of canopy that provide better sun protection than smaller models.
Easy to Fold
The simplest umbrella strollers collapse like an umbrella and weigh less than other types of strollers. They are easy to lift, carry and store away and are ideal when you do not want to take your full-size stroller for any reason (traveling by plane, touring a foreign country, visiting grandma). These strollers are often less well-equipped than fully-featured models, but they will offer the basics, such as storage and a sun canopy.
tandem double stroller -Link 2's most recent version is lighter, narrower and has an improved wheel structure on the front that improves its maneuverability and pushability. It's a great choice for a double stroller, and it's approved by Disney!
A double tri-fold stroller, like the Joovy Kooper X2, offers all the comfort of a stroller with an umbrella, but with a body similar in size to a full-size stroller. This type of stroller is replacing the standard double umbrella stroller. It may be your best option if you are looking for a lightweight, versatile stroller.
The majority of double umbrella strollers we recommend are side by side models. The Kinderwagon Hop is an umbrella tandem stroller that's light, easy to fold and relatively small in width. If you're looking for a low-cost simple, minimalist, no-frills umbrella stroller you can toss in your back pack or trunk for short trips, we strongly recommend this one. It comes with two storage bins that hang from the bag on the back of each seat, as well as parent cupholders. It's so basic, you could not get your kids through an airport without making an oath. However, it can make the trip more comfortable.
Comfortable Seats
Most umbrella strollers don't have any bells and whistles because they're made to do one thing: get two kids from point A to B. They typically come with comfortable, spacious seats, but they don't have recline options or all-terrain wheels.
The UPPAbaby G-Link 2 is the one exception. It's a light and compact double umbrella stroller that has two seats that weigh just 18 lbs each, making it a great option for travelers (it is in line with Disney size requirements). It has a huge canopy with three panels that shields children from the sun. Both seats have plenty of storage, but not as much as our top picks. It also has the important 5-point safety harnesses in both seats and peek-a-boo windows in their canopies.
The only downside to the G-Link is that it lacks the belly bar and snack tray we've come to see in our top picks, but they aren't the most important features to have on an umbrella stroller anyway. As with any umbrella stroller, it needs to be used with care to ensure fingers, whether your own or children's get stuck in the hinges that fold up the frame and mechanisms.
The seats in double umbrella strollers are usually side-by-side however, there are a few models that are inline (one seat behind the other). Inline models are easier to maneuver through doors than side by side models however their seating arrangements can cause your children to fight over the best seat. This issue was fairly evenly divided among our previous test subjects and it is the individual preference.
Safety
When you are choosing a stroller for your child Safety must be your top priority. The design of the double stroller umbrella can determine its performance. While it's hard to find a lightweight double stroller that can provide the same level of safety as larger strollers, some models do come close. These strollers typically have 5-point harnesses, calf and foot rests for children, as well as an extendable UPF 50+ sun visor. They tend to be narrower and lighter compared to other double umbrella strollers. This makes them easier to maneuver through tight spaces like airports or on city streets.
Some models, such as the Kinderwagon Hop, are side-by-sides and are especially easy to maneuver through tight spaces. This stroller is perfect for parents traveling with children and who need a convenient and quick way to get around. It's also compact enough to easily fit into the trunk or in a storage space.
Another model worth looking into is the UPPAbaby G-Link 2, which is among the most light double umbrella strollers that we test. It has a surprisingly robust design for an umbrella style product. It also has an enormous storage basket that is easily accessible as well as reclining chairs and a peekaboo window. The seat can also support 35 pounds. and is in line with Disney stroller specifications.
Other models, such as the Jeep PowerGlide Double Stroller, may be more basic in design and do not include as many features. They are light and can be used as backups or even for occasional travel. These strollers are also less expensive than renting one for a complete vacation or for a trip. They are also easy to lift, carry and fold.