The Best Travel Strollers for Two Kids
Traveling with two little ones is kind of like trying to herd caffeinated cats—on wheels. One wants to run, the other wants to be held, and somehow you’re supposed to navigate an airport, catch your flight, and look calm doing it.
Enter: the double travel stroller. Or in some cases, a clever hack involving a single stroller with an add-on seat or ride-along board. I’ve tested them all—from the ones that promise they fit in the overhead bin (and actually do) to the ones that somehow fold small and carry both kids without breaking your back. Here are the best ones I’ve found, what makes them work (or not), and who they’re actually for.
TL;DR: Best Travel Strollers for Two Kids
- 👑 Best that fits in the overhead bin: Stokke (formerly Babyzen) YOYO² + YOYO Connect (~$780)
- 🎯 Best Disney Approved Side by Side: Zoe Twin+ (Zoe XL2) (~$400)
- 🌟 Best for active toddlers: Joolz Aer+ + Footboard (~$450 + $120)
- 🛴 Best high end + overhead bin: Bugaboo Butterfly + Wheeled Board with Seat (~$520 + $125)
- 🧳 Best all terrain: Mountain Buggy Duet (~$850)
- 💸 Best on a budget: Kolcraft Cloud Plus Double (~$150)
1. Babyzen YOYO² with Connect Board or YOYO Connect Seat
Best for: Overhead bin storage, urban travel, flying solo with two
We love being able to wheel right onto the plane and stash a stroller in the overhead bin. It saves time, especially with tight connections or delays, and reduces damage to the strollers. The YOYO² has long been a favorite of parents all around the world for how lightweight and easy it is to use. While it’s not my hands-down favorite stroller that can fit in the overhead bin of an airplane, with two kids and the connect, it might take the #1 spot.
Here’s the deal: the YOYO Connect attaches to the back of your existing YOYO² and turns it into a tandem double. It’s not side-by-side, which means better maneuvering in narrow spaces (and less fighting between siblings if that’s a concern). You can also remove the Connect and stash both pieces in the overhead bin if you’re hoping to wheel right onto the plane.
✅ Pros:
- Both pieces fold down small enough to fit in many overhead bins
- Lightweight (relative to other doubles)
- Modular, so you can use just the YOYO when you’re out with one kid
- Smooth push, great on pavement
❌ Cons:
- It’s $$$ when you add the Connect
- Not great on bumpy terrain
- Limited recline on the Connect seat
👶 Ages: 6 months+ for Connect, from birth with bassinet for YOYO²
2. Zoe Twin+ (Zoe XL2)
Best for: Side-by-side travel that doesn’t feel like pushing a yacht
If you want side-by-side seating that still folds down compactly (and weighs under 20 lbs), the Zoe Twin+ is it. It doesn’t fit in the overhead bin, but it’s light enough to carry on your back or over your shoulder, and it’s Disney-approved if that’s part of your future chaos—I mean, adventure. We also love that it’s GREENGUARD GOLD certified.
✅ Pros:
- Super lightweight for a double
- HUGE canopies and great recline
- Snack trays and belly bars included
- One-handed fold (really!)
❌ Cons:
- Not great on uneven terrain
- No car seat compatibility
- Handlebar isn’t adjustable
👶 Ages: 3 months to 45 lbs per seat
3. Bugaboo Butterfly + Rider Board with Seat
Best for: One kid riding, one kid chilling
Technically, the Butterfly is a single, but hear me out. If your older child is mostly walking but gets tired halfway through the museum (always), adding the wheeled board with a little seat can save your day. The Butterfly folds with one hand, fits in the overhead bin, and pushes like a dream.
✅ Pros:
- Truly one-handed fold
- Fits in overhead bins
- Seat has actual suspension and amazing recline
- Board is removable
❌ Cons:
- Only works if one kid can ride board-style
- Board limits your stride when walking
- Expensive for a one-seater + accessory
👶 Ages: 6 months+ for seat, 2–5 yrs for board
4. Joolz Aer+ with Buggy Board
Best for: Style + compact design + optional second rider
The Joolz Aer+ is like the YOYO’s cooler, quieter cousin. Sleek lines, good recline, and a buttery smooth fold. With the footboard, your toddler can hop on and off with ease. That said, it’s not my favorite of this list since it’s not even an actual seat – just a ride-along board. If you have seriously long walks you’re attempting with this, it just might not work or feel too clunky.
✅ Pros:
- Fits in the overhead bin
- Nice suspension and seat padding
- Stylish and easy to push
- Shoulder strap for easy carrying
❌ Cons:
- Pricey
- Buggy board sold separately
- Not a true double stroller
👶 Ages: 6 months to 50 lbs for seat, up to 44 lbs for board
Read my full Joolz Aer vs Yoyo comparison and my full Joolz Aer review.
5. Mountain Buggy Duet
Best for: All terrain needs
If your travels include more than just smooth airport floors—think: cobblestones, gravel paths, dirt hiking trails —then the Mountain Buggy Duet is your rugged best friend. It’s a side-by-side double stroller that’s shockingly narrow (just 25” wide!) and built for adventure. It even takes car seats or carrycots if you’re traveling with a baby.
That said, don’t expect it to be a super lightweight option. Unfortunately all terrain almost never equates to lightweight and visa versa.
✅ Pros:
- Handles like a tank—in a good way
- Narrow enough for standard doorways
- Big storage basket
- Independent reclines + canopies
❌ Cons:
- Heavy at 32+ lbs
- Doesn’t fold small
- You’ll definitely be gate-checking this
👶 Ages: From birth with carrycot or car seat, up to 4 years old
6. Kolcraft Cloud Plus Double
Price: ~$150
Overhead bin compatible: No
If you need a travel stroller for two and don’t want to spend more than your plane ticket, the Kolcraft Cloud Plus Double gets the job done. It’s incredibly lightweight for a side-by-side (under 24 lbs), folds down compactly, and doesn’t come with a million unnecessary bells and whistles.
✅ Pros:
- Budget-friendly
- Decent recline + sunshades
- Lightweight and easy to fold
- Snack trays included!
❌ Cons:
- Feels flimsier than higher-end options
- No suspension
- Not for newborns or rough terrain
👶 Ages: 6 months to 40 lbs per seat
So Which One Is Actually Best?
That depends on your priorities:
- Need it in the overhead bin? Go with the Babyzen YOYO² + Connect or Joolz Aer+ with board
- Want something lighter with side-by-side seats? Choose the Zoe Twin+
- Plan to tackle Europe or rougher terrain? Try the Mountain Buggy Duet
- Have a toddler who can ride standing or sitting on a board? The Bugaboo Butterfly or Joolz Aer+ is perfect
As for me, I’m still waiting for the day someone invents a stroller that pushes itself and makes coffee. But until then, these are the ones that made traveling with two under three just manageable enough to keep going.
Let me know what worked for you—or what you wish you’d done differently—down in the comments. And hey, we’ve all cried in an airport at least once. You’re doing great.
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