Twin Strollers & Travel Systems

The Best Twin Strollers & Twin Travel Systems for Every Stage

Twin parents, we see you! Whether you’re preparing for those first newborn strolls or upgrading your twins’ ride as they grow, finding the right twin stroller can make all the difference. With so many double strollers available in the U.S., it might feel like your options are endless—but not every double stroller is truly twin-friendly.

Yes, all double strollers seat two children, but that’s only one box to check. Many models can’t accommodate two infant car seats or lack equal weight limits across both seats. Since twins grow at the same rate, you’ll want a stroller that supports both babies equally through every stage of growth and development.

Newborn Twin Strollers

If you’re creating your twin baby registry or preparing for your babies’ arrival, you’ll need a stroller that can be used from birth. There are three main ways a stroller can safely accommodate newborns:

• Convenient: Infant car seat attachment — ideal for quick errands and easy transfers from car to stroller.

• Better: Lay-flat stroller seat — appropriate only if the seat reclines fully flat. The best newborn-approved seats can convert into a carriage mode or include a built-in foot barrier for safety.

• Best: Bassinet attachment — whether included or sold separately, this provides the most newborn-friendly environment, offering a fully flat surface, full coverage, and the convenience of carrying sleeping babies indoors without waking them.

Newborns should lie flat as much as possible to promote healthy spine development and ensure open airways. While infant car seat compatibility offers convenience—especially crucial when juggling two newborns—your babies shouldn’t spend extended time in their car seats. For longer strolls, a lay-flat newborn-approved seat or bassinet setup is best.

When shopping for newborn twin strollers, look for models that can:

• Feature two lay-flat seats

• Accommodate two bassinets

• Accept two infant car seats simultaneously

While many double strollers can take two bassinets, only a few can handle two car seats at the same time or feature two fully reclining seats.

Double Stroller Configurations: Side-by-Side vs. Tandem (In-Line)

Double strollers generally come in two main configurations:

• Side-by-Side: One-piece stroller with two identical seats positioned next to each other.

• Tandem (In-Line): Convertible models that start as singles and can expand into doubles with additional parts. These seat one child higher up and the other in front or below.

Which Double Stroller Configuration Is Best for Twins?

In-Line Twin Strollers
In-line strollers offer flexibility and modularity. If you occasionally venture out with just one baby, these strollers can quickly convert back into a single. Their modular design allows for reversible seats—you can have both seats parent-facing, world-facing, or even facing each other.

Side-by-Side Twin Strollers
Side-by-side strollers provide the most intuitive experience for twin parents. With equal weight limits on both seats and one-piece folding, they’re easy to use and maneuver. The shorter frame design often makes them easier to steer than longer in-line models.

A common misconception is that side-by-side strollers are too wide, but most are only a few inches broader than in-line designs once you account for wheelbase width.

Side-by-Side Twin Stroller Highlights:

• Equal weight capacity on both seats

• Easy one-piece fold

• Excellent maneuverability

• Ideal visibility and bonding (both babies within arm’s reach)

• Taller seats for toddlers

• Some models offer lay-flat seats or bassinet compatibility

• Only the Bugaboo Donkey offers reversible seats

Tandem (In-Line) Twin Stroller Highlights:

• Many accommodate two infant car seats

• Can fit two bassinets

• Modular design can convert from single to double

• Multiple seat configurations

• Some offer equal seat weight limits

• Reversible seat options

Bottom line:
Choose a side-by-side twin stroller for simplicity, equal comfort, and the best bonding experience. Choose a tandem in-line twin stroller for versatility, modular configurations, and flexible day-to-day use.

Twin Strollers That Fit Two Infant Car Seats

It is important to note that only infant car seats are stroller compatible. The list of strollers that can be used for twin travel system use is short but includes some of the most popular and premium strollers sold in the U.S. With each option infant car seat adapters are needed which are specific to both car seat models and stroller models.

Side-by-Side Models

• Bumbleride Indie Twin with adapter set - we recommend pairing with the Clek Liing

• Valco Trend Duo with adapter set - only Nuna PIPA Infant Car Seats will work with both adapters

Side-by-Side Convertible

• Bugaboo Donkey with adapter we recommend pairing with the Bugaboo Turtle Air Shield

Tandem (In-Line) Models

• Bugaboo Kangaroo one adapter included additional sold separately we recommend pairing with the Bugaboo Turtle Air Shield

• Cybex Gazelle S with one adapter included and additional sold separately we recommend pairing with the Cybex Cloud T

• Peg Perego YPSI we recommend pairing with the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio 4-35 Lounge

• Silver Cross Wave with upper and lower adapters we recommend pairing with the Cybex Cloud T

• UPPAbaby Vista V3 with upper and lower adapters we recommend pairing with the UPPAbaby Aria V2

Twin Strollers with Newborn-Approved Lay-Flat Seats

These strollers are ready for newborn twins right out of the box, featuring side-by-side, fully reclining seats and built-in newborn safety.

• Bumbleride Indie Twin

• Silver Cross Jet Double

• UPPAbaby Minu Duo

• Valco Trend Duo

Only the Bumbleride Indie Twin and Valco Trend Duo can also hold two infant car seats side-by-side.

• The Indie Twin is ideal for active families needing all-terrain performance.

• The Trend Duo is lightweight and portable, perfect for on-the-go lifestyles.

If you’re planning to skip infant car seats and use convertible car seats from birth, car seat compatibility won’t matter. In that case, the Jet Double and Minu Duo are excellent lightweight options that grow with your twins.

Twin Strollers That Take Two Bassinets

Even if your stroller supports infant car seats, you’ll still want a lay-flat option for longer strolls. Bassinets offer your twins a safe, enclosed, and comfortable space—perfect for long walks and easy transfers inside once they fall asleep.

Side-by-Side Models

• Bumbleride Indie Twin with separately sold bassinets
  

• Valco Trend Duo with separately sold bassinets

Side-by-Side Convertible

• Bugaboo Donkey one bassinet included with an additional sold separately

Tandem (In-Line) Models

• Cybex Gazelle S with separately sold cots

• Peg Perego YPSI with separately sold bassinets

• Silver Cross Wave one bassinet included with an additional sold separately

• Stokke YOYO with YOYO Connect with separately sold bassinets

• UPPAbaby Vista V3 with separately sold bassinets

All of these strollers can accommodate two car seats except the Stokke YOYO with Connect. However, if your family will be skipping infant car seats it is worth considering. The Stokke YOYO with Connect is ultra-lightweight and travel-friendly, folding small enough to fit in an airplane’s overhead bin. *(Is not overhead bin approved with bassinets attached)

Best Twin Strollers for Toddlers

If your twins have outgrown the newborn stage, it’s time to prioritize room for growth. Side-by-side models typically offer taller seats and are the best choice for twin toddlers. Choose between all-terrain durability or lightweight portability depending on your lifestyle.

All-Terrain Twin Strollers

• BOB Duallie

• Bumbleride Indie Twin

• Thule Urban Glide 3 Double

Lightweight & Travel-Friendly Twin Strollers

• Joie Rosemary

• Silver Cross Jet Double

• UPPAbaby Minu Duo

• Valco Trend Duo

How to Choose the Best Twin Stroller

Finding the best twin stroller means balancing function, comfort, and convenience for both babies—and for you. Whether you’re searching for a newborn twin travel system, a side-by-side toddler stroller, or a lightweight option for travel, the right choice will grow with your family and make every outing smoother.

To Continue Reading about Twin Strollers, check out our article Best Twin Strollers

For help selecting the right infant car seats, check out our article Best Infant Car Seats

For a personalized recommendation, feel free to connect with us at cs@strolleria.com

FAQ's About Twin Strollers and Twin Travel Systems

What is the best stroller for twins from birth?
The best stroller for newborn twins is one that supports two lay-flat seats, two bassinets, or two infant car seats. Top-rated options like the Bumbleride Indie Twin, Bugaboo Donkey, and UPPAbaby Vista V3 provide twin-friendly configurations that adapt as your babies grow, making them ideal for every stage from birth through toddlerhood.

Can any double stroller be used for twins?
Not all double strollers are designed for twins. While all double strollers seat two children, many only allow one infant car seat or have uneven weight limits. A true twin stroller offers balanced seating, the ability to hold two car seats or bassinets, and identical comfort for both babies.

What’s the difference between a twin stroller and a double stroller?
A twin stroller is specifically designed for babies of the same age, offering equal seat weight limits and configurations suitable for two infants. A double stroller, on the other hand, may be built for siblings of different ages—such as a baby and a toddler—and may not be compatible with two infant car seats.

What type of twin stroller is best — side-by-side or tandem (in-line)?
Both designs have advantages. Side-by-side twin strollers like the Valco Trend Duo and Bumbleride Indie Twin provide equal seating, easy access to both babies, and smooth maneuverability. Tandem (in-line) strollers such as the Cybex Gazelle and UPPAbaby Vista V3 offer more versatility, with reversible seats and modular setups that can convert from single to double.

Can a twin stroller hold two infant car seats at the same time?
Yes, but only select models are capable of holding two infant car seats simultaneously. Excellent choices include the Bugaboo Donkey, Cybex Gazelle, Peg Perego YPSI, and UPPAbaby Vista V3. Always check the brand’s compatibility chart to confirm your car seats fit securely.

Are bassinet attachments necessary for newborn twins?
While not required, bassinet attachments are highly recommended for newborn twins. Bassinets allow babies to lie flat, supporting proper spinal and airway development. They also make it easy to transfer sleeping infants from stroller to home. Strollers like the Bugaboo Donkey and Silver Cross Wave offer dual bassinet setups perfect for newborns.

What is the most compact twin stroller for travel?
If you’re a family that’s always on the move, the Stokke YOYO with YOYO Connect and Silver Cross Jet Double are the most compact twin travel strollers available. The YOYO with Connect folds small enough to fit into airplane overhead bins, while the Jet Double weighs in under 20lbs - making them perfect for travel and urban living.

What’s the best twin stroller for toddlers?
For growing twins, look for strollers with taller seats and higher weight capacities. The BOB Duallie, Bumbleride Indie Twin, and Thule Urban Glide Double are excellent all-terrain options, while the UPPAbaby Minu Duo offers a lightweight, compact design ideal for everyday use.

Do twin strollers fit through standard doorways?
Yes! Most modern side-by-side twin strollers are built to fit through standard 30–32 inch doorways. Models like the Valco Trend Duo and Bugaboo Donkey are only a few inches wider than in-line strollers, ensuring easy navigation through doorways, aisles, and store entrances.

What should I look for when choosing the best twin travel system?
When selecting a twin travel system, prioritize:

• Compatibility with two infant car seats

• Equal seat weight limits

• Easy, one-piece folding

• Smooth suspension and steering

• Ample storage and adjustable handlebars

Trusted brands like UPPAbaby, Bugaboo, Cybex, and Bumbleride offer top-rated twin travel systems that grow with your babies and make life on the go much easier.