The Graco Duoglider Double Stroller: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly
Do you remember the day you found out you were having twins? The shock, the excitement…the expense? Two of everything; cribs, clothes, car seats and strollers. Unlike in times past, though, it is not difficult to find items designed especially for multiple children. Graco, one of the most well-known makers of infant items, has a whole line of strollers designed just for the wrinkles like this in life. When you read most Graco double stroller reviews, you’ll usually only hear good things. The Graco Duoglider Double Stroller offers many parent and child-friendly features while having a comparatively small list of drawbacks.
First and foremost, this stroller is light. Its weight is similar to that of single child strollers. As most parents know, trying to maneuver, not to mention lift, some of the larger strollers into vehicles can be a major hassle. No worries with the Duoglider, though.
How the Graco Duoglider Double Stroller Stacks Up
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| Title | Graco Duoglider LX Stroller, Wilshire | Graco DuoGlider Stroller - Lowery | Graco Quattro Tour Duo Stroller, Clairmont |
| Feature | Accepts all Graco Infant Car Seats Rear seat reclines flat, for baby's comfort Stroller holds 2 children up to 40 lbs each One-hand, self-standing fold with storage latch makes stowing it a snap 2 reclining seats with canopies and footrests | Accepts two Graco infant car seats Front seat holds child up to 50 pounds, rear seat holds child up to 40 pounds One-hand, gravity fold with storage latch - 20% smaller when closed* (*as compared to Graco duoglider stroller) 2 padded, multi-position reclining seats keep baby comfy Stadium-style seating boosts the rear child for a better view | |
| Price | $147.48 | $259.99 | $210.00 |
| Weight | 27.39 pound | 40.28 pound | |
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It is easy to clean. Everyone is familiar with the sticky messes that can come up wherever children are. This stroller, like most of it’s Graco brethren, is made of comfortable, but easily cleaned material. A quick swipe with a soapy cloth, baby wipe, or a dump in the washing machine, is often all it takes.
It has a lot of storage capacity. When trying to stow diaper bags, toys, blankets, all of those little things that go everywhere the children go, it is always good to have ample storage. A large basket goes from the middle back clear to the middle of the bottom of the stroller, providing enough room to store just about anything.
It folds to a compact package. Each piece locks into its place, and the stroller folds up into a surprisingly compact package. It should fit well within any car trunk.
Perhaps most importantly for a child’s seat is the comfort and safety of the child. Both seats, front and back, are adjustable, though the rear seat only has two positions. There is not quite as much leg room as in other strollers, but there is enough room for children to sit, and stretch, comfortably. The seats are padded, and there are three to five point harnesses to keep them secure in the stroller. In addition, this stroller is rated for newborns as well as slightly older children, making this a great option for anyone who does not want to have to buy a new stroller as their children get older.
The drawbacks are few. The locking mechanisms that allow the stroller to be folded can cause some problems, as everything has to lock in order for the stroller to fold. In this, it is much like a pack and play playpen. The sunshade is held on by a thin piece of plastic, allowing it to come off if one is not careful with it. Lastly, it can, occasionally be difficult to get the safe seat out of the stroller.
Though the Graco Duoglider Double Stroller has some problems, it is a good buy. More people who have reviewed the item have given it favorable reviews than otherwise. With a little bit of practice and some patience, this stroller can be the perfect double travel system for just about any parent.
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| Title | Graco Duoglider LX Stroller, Wilshire | Graco DuoGlider Stroller - Lowery | Graco Quattro Tour Duo Stroller, Clairmont |
| Feature | Accepts all Graco Infant Car Seats Rear seat reclines flat, for baby's comfort Stroller holds 2 children up to 40 lbs each One-hand, self-standing fold with storage latch makes stowing it a snap 2 reclining seats with canopies and footrests | Accepts two Graco infant car seats Front seat holds child up to 50 pounds, rear seat holds child up to 40 pounds One-hand, gravity fold with storage latch - 20% smaller when closed* (*as compared to Graco duoglider stroller) 2 padded, multi-position reclining seats keep baby comfy Stadium-style seating boosts the rear child for a better view | |
| Price | $147.48 | $259.99 | $210.00 |
| Weight | 27.39 pound | 40.28 pound | |
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