We broke down the testing into six keys areas to ensure every aspect of the pram was looked at thoroughly: The Echo had the lowest score for ease of setup out of all the products in this category. It earned just 5 of 10, with the top ranking Combi Twin Cosmo and Britax B-Agile Double tying with a 7. It took just over 12 minutes to assemble the Echo. It had good documentation compared to the other products in our review, but it would be better if all of the assembly directions were lumped together and appeared before the operation instructions, instead of them being sprinkled in together. No tools are required for assembly which is nice for those mechanically impaired. It lost points primarily for how long it took to get it ready to stroll, the longest time for any product in this category. Best Applications Cleaning: look at how easy the buggy will be to clean. Is the material waterproof? Can stains be removed easily? Consider whether you’d like to be able to remove the covers for machine-washing. We love ours. The main selling point for us is that it converts into a double pram as we don't want a long gap between children.” - Mumsnet user Our verdict Age range: Newborn to 4 years | Maximum load: 22kg per seat | Weight: 12.8kg | Dimensions: 72 × 96 × 119cm (unfolded); 72 × 42 × 90cm (folded with wheels on); 71 × 36 × 79cm (folded with wheels off) | Travel system-compatible: No | Orientation: Side by side What we love

Credit: Micah JamesThe Echo Twin offers a single cup holder high on the outside frame of the stroller. It is a no nonsense simple cup that holds most standard sized water bottles. It is detachable for easy cleaning. If you have twins or a growing family, then a double buggy is a must. We spent months researching and testing the most popular products to reveal the best double buggies to buy. With six sets of wheels, the Chicco Echo Twin Stroller has double that of the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double. The Chicco Echo Twin Stroller has two individual baskets that sit under each seat. Unfortunately, this makes them quite small – holding up to 2.3kg each – so aren’t adequate enough to fit bulky items.The buggy can be used from birth with a carrycot, however it’s not suitable for twins until six months. You also have to pay extra for a carrycot and rain cover. Being a popular worldwide brand, Chicco’s instruction manual comes in multiple languages. It includes good diagrams and explanations on how to assemble and use the pram, as well as basic care information. I had one years ago and still have fond memories... loved loved loved it - Mumsnet user, Shylo Our verdict

Its footprint is useful when going to shops and restaurants where space is limited, and it should fit neatly into a designated pushchair space on the bus.* Start by thinking about what type of double buggy you need for your family. This will depend on your lifestyle, who will be using the pushchair and what you will be using it for. Generally, there are three different types of double buggy: Side-by-side double buggySide-by-side double buggies tend to be wider than the average pram so may not be suitable for public transport or small car boots. They often have roomy storage baskets though and can be folded easily, but if you have an older child who often wants to walk, the second seat will sit empty. Most are suitable from birth or you may be able to attach an infant carrycot or car seat. Tandem (inline) double buggy Launched in 1958, Italian brand, Chicco, has become popular around the world for offering affordable yet functional baby products, including educational toys, bouncers, cots and buggies. Despite not being able to push the pram through her front door, Liz liked the simplicity of its design and found it useful when taking her eldest to nursery and going for walks. What about the seats? When it comes to the best double buggies, there's a huge range of different designs to consider, including basic side-by-side pushchairs, tandem prams, sturdy off-roaders and lightweight strollers for whizzing round cities, putting in the car boot and for taking on holiday.

Aesthetics: looking at the materials and colours, we considered whether it was stylish design or more of a practical pushchair, whether the materials were high-quality and if it was built to last to the maximum age limit. Easy to Fold and Store: It couldn’t possibly get more convenient than the Chicco Cortina Together Double Stroller makes it with the one-hand activated automatic fold and storage latch. It only takes one hand to fully condense the stroller for easy storage.A double version of the Thule Urban Glide 2, this specialist side-by-side buggy is designed with active parents in mind. The Chicco Echo Twin can be used from newborn up to 15kg. The material is snug to the frame, ensuring no gaps for small fingers to get caught, and the seats nicely padded.

With two children in tow, you’ll require a sturdy pram that you can load up for a day out. The Echo Twin’s frame is made from steel with several plastic components and, while not as solid as pricier buggies like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, it’s sturdy enough to comfortably hold two children plus extra baggage. When juice was spilled on the seat material during testing, it didn’t hold the liquid on the surface as well as some of the more premium prams we tested. The liquid wiped away without leaving a stain, but the seat ended up wet. Frame: Steel, POM, PA6, Polypropylene, Polyurethane, EVA, Seating: 100% Polyester, Canopy: 100% Polyester, Basket: 100% PolyesterWe liked the recline mechanism on this buggy – one of the best we tested – and found adjusting it with one hand easy to accomplish. The recline feels secure and smooth when in lie-flat mode, so it doesn’t disturb a sleeping child, and the harness can be adjusted for children of different ages. Because the Echo Twin is very user-friendly, you’re unlikely to need the instructions again once you're set up. However, the manual includes warranty information, which is two years for manufacturing defaults, and head office details should you need them. At just over 12,000 cubic inches when folded it measures out at 19 x 15.5 x 41.5. This makes it smaller than most of the products in our review, but it didn't stand out for this metric. It isn't as small as you might think an umbrella product would be, but it is on the smaller size for a double stroller in general. Ease of Folding