Choosing the Best Multi-Child Stroller for Adventures

When selecting a multi-child stroller, start by assessing your needs in terms of capacity and style. Do you need a double, triplet, or 6-seat stroller? Is this for everyday family use, visits from grandchildren of different ages, or use at a facility like a daycare or Sunday school? Next, think about your storage space to determine which style you should get – stroller or buggy. If you will be utilizing indoor storage space, consider a multi-child folding stroller that can be easily stored in a compact form. If you have outdoor space, consider a multi-child buggy that can be stored outside and protected with a weather cover. Additionally, think about the age range of the children. If you have infants who cannot ride in a stroller for toddlers, then consider buggies like the Parade 4 or Parade 6 that have compatible infant seats to accommodate younger riders.

Looking for strollers constructed of tubular steel powder-coated frames, or buggies engineered with impact-resistant, molded plastic with a solid steel powder coated frame will provide extra durability. Additionally, look for easy-to-clean, durable fabrics or smooth plastic seats that will hold up to routine cleaning after any outing.

Wheels are another major factor when choosing the best stroller or buggy for your outdoor adventures. Stroller features like all-wheel suspension and shock-absorbing all-terrain tires, or buggy features like polyurethane tires that never need to be inflated, help to ensure easier maneuverability while toting around 2-6 kids at once. Bonus features like locking front wheels are available in strollers like the Odyssey Quad Stroller and allow parents to lock the front wheels in the straight-ahead position to ensure smooth steering through uneven terrain, sand, snow, or slush.

When you’re pushing a stroller filled with up to six children, comfort is key to an enjoyable ride for all. Look for strollers like the Jamboree 6-Seat Stroller that features separate canopies for each row, extra-large individually reclining seats, and safety harnesses with adjustable shoulder strap heights that provide a comfortable ride for every passenger. Even while the canopies are fully open, parents still need to be able to see the children, so look for strollers with mesh windows that can be opened to provide a view of the children.

Caregivers will also appreciate added convenience features that will make their outdoor adventures more enjoyable as well. Stroller features like pivoting front safety bars or buggy features like the EasyLoad™ steps on the Parade 6 make loading and unloading easier before, during, and after an outing. One of the most important features to look for is a compact design that allows the stroller to fit through standard 32” or 36” doors.