If you love the look of the tandem double stroller but don’t want to spend a fortune, the Mockingbird Single to Double is a great option. Our pick for the Best Tandem Stroller, this is a stroller that offers a large selection of configurations and will grow with your family through every stage.
I had seen Facebook ads for the Mockingbird Stroller and it immediately peaked my interest. The Mockingbird has the sleek look of a luxury stroller like the Uppababy but is less than half the price. From their videos I could see that it’s a stroller that does it all—multiple configurations, lightweight, easy to fold.
When it arrived, I was impressed by how easy it was to put together—it took my husband about five minutes and just like their website says, 30 seconds to snap on the second seat using the adapters. The stroller offers the choice of four different hood colors—black, navy, light blue, and pink with a choice of pattern for the inside hood—windowpane and watercolor drops, and the frame comes in silver with penny leather or black leather for the handle bars. Out of all the strollers I tested, the Mockingbird provides the most options for customization.
One thing that sets the Mockingbird apart from traditional side-by-side double strollers is that it can be used as a single stroller and the second seat can be added on later. The second seat allows you to expand your stroller as your family grows, and there are many different arrangements to accommodate children of all ages, from infancy to toddlerhood. One thing I love is that the second seat comes with both the upper and lower adapters so you are able to raise the seat and make room for the second. Many other strollers on the market require you to purchase these accessories separately which adds up in cost. One thing to note, however, is that if you already own an original Mockingbird Single Stroller, you will not be able to purchase a second seat to make it a double; this is an entirely new stroller that just recently launched.
As for the highlights of the stroller, it can be folded with one hand with or without the seat attached and it automatically locks and stands upright when folded. With the tandem style it’s so easy to get around places as the stroller is narrow and easy to maneuver. You can try it out risk-free for 30 days, free shipping both ways, and it has a lifetime warranty.
As for its features, I was very impressed by the generously sized under basket which holds essentials up to 25 pounds and is easily accessible. I was able to store the diaper bag and my own bags with room to spare. I also like that the top and bottom seats are exactly the same (so roomy!) and can be used for children up to 45 pounds. You can seamlessly switch the position of the seats without a hassle and with a simple click of a button. The stroller allows for a total of 19 different configurations—five with the single seat and 14 with two seats. It was easy and straightforward figuring out how to use all the different configurations. Another plus is that the stroller can easily accommodate an infant, unlike a lot of other double strollers that have weight limits.
While the current model comes with an expandable sunshade that supposedly offers much more coverage, the model that I tested did not provide as much shade as other strollers. Other cons to the model we tested include limited seat recline, and the second seat having face inward, but both of these issues have apparently been addressed in the more recent model. Lastly, while the stroller was usually a smooth ride, I do not recommend it for any kind of rough terrain.
Car seat info: The Mockingbird Single to Double can be used with a separate adapter that works with nine different popular brands: Baby Jogger, Britax, Chicco, Cybex, Evenflo, Graco, Maxi-Cosi, Nuna, and Uppababy.