Mockingbird - Single-to-Double Stroller 2.0

Having used both with a similar age gap, I really like my tandem double (Mockingbird) for going to the store, and I like my side by side double (an older city select) for literally everything else. If you are on flat even terrain the tandem is fine, but if there is even the slightest incline or decline or uneven surface it is very hard to maneuver and keep straight. The weight is either top or bottom heavy and pulls the stroller sideways on hills etc. If I were buying today and didn’t have anything, I would get a cheap single for days I only need the baby in the stroller, and a nicer side by side double. Comes in very handy for walks around the block, going to the zoo, any traveling, etc. With a 3yo I definitely still need her to have a designated seat (with a buckle if you know what I mean 😉). As another commenter said, Facebook marketplace is a great resource. I scored my side by side city select for FREE, when comparables are $500-$700. My thought was to try before I buy, expecting it to be beat up, but it’s actually perfect and will serve us for years.

We only have two— the Mockingbird (basically uppababy's cheaper twin), and a compact travel stroller (gb pockitt+ all-city). The Mockingbird comes with us on neighborhood walks or long days at Disney, the travel stroller goes everywhere else (and I mean everywhere—we've trekked across Europe with it, trips to Target, shorter evenings at Disney, etc.). We're expecting our second in January, and I plan on getting a second compact travel stroller (either a baby zen yoyo or another gb pockitt+) for trips, but using the second seat kit for the Mockingbird for everything else.

I feel like the Mockingbird might be what you're looking for? it's the budget version of the vista, and usually is compatible with most car seats (but you have to buy the car seat attachment). Lots of them on FB marketplace, too. I got my bassinet attachment from GoodBuyGear. There's a company called Rebel that also does open-box or used reselling of baby gear.

Hi! FTM here…Stroller was the one thing I splurged on. I wanted something durable that would last a long time and grow with my family. I couldn’t fathom spending $1000+ on an uppababy or nuna travel system so I went with the mockingbird single to double 2.0. I built my own travel system by purchasing an adapter to fit my infant car seat. It’s durable, lightweight, folds easily, rolls well, ample storage, and ascetically pleasing. It’s comparable to an uppababy IMO. I think in total I spent ~$600.00 on stroller & accessories(not including car seat). We won’t need another stroller until LO grows out of this one in 5-7 years & it has a lifetime warranty if anything goes wrong until then. My only complaint is it’s a bit bulky when folded. I could see myself purchasing an extremely lightweight stroller specifically for traveling via plane in 3-5 years. I wanted the bassinet attachment but did not need it. We didnt leave the house for the first 6 weeks and by then LO enjoyed the upright position of her car seat (and hated lying flat) Maybe wait until your LO is here to decide on purchasing any additional attachments like a bassinet? I think the doona is a heavy, bulky, waste of money. Why spend that much for something your child will quickly grow out of? If you’re purchasing your own stroller/travel system, add it to your registry (target, babylist) you’ll get a 20% completion coupon to use at target, and I think 15% off at babylist. TLDR; FTM agrees with your sentiment on stroller/travel system costs. After doing a ton of research, it’s worth the investment for longevity. Think of it like buying a car or a bike, you want something nice that will last! Find a stroller that doesn’t break the bank, but fits your lifestyle and needs. Test them in stores and don’t miss out on sales!

We did mockingbird with stadium seating. We just alternated twins each time. For a long time they won’t know a difference anyway. We also got a light weight travel side by side. We still use the first one and twins around 2 only really noticed and top and bottom and sometimes ask but they don’t get mad. When they are old enough the face away from you then it’s basically the same view anyway. You might be overthinking the viewpoint of each twin, not to sound like an AH. The other concerns about fitting through doors etc is valid and side by sides sometimes don’t fit.

We got the mockingbird for my twins. It folds to decent size. You can get double or single and was compatible with lots of car seats. The only thing is idk how it does with snow.

I’ve had my mockingbird for almost 5 years and I love it. I live in So Cal though so no snow. No complaints, great customer service, hardy product. Looking forward to using it for baby 3 when they arrive soon!

We have the Graco Snugfit car seats and the Baby Trend Snap-n-Go Double Stroller for all things grocery store, museums, etc.; for newborns twins up through 7 months it has been an absolute lifesaver. It also allows me as mom to get the kids in and out of the store on my own and very confidently. Frame is SUPER lightweight. For our neighborhood outings we have the Mockingbird 2.0 with two seats, two infant inserts and a bassinette. Price point was doable and it folds down to get up our three steps into the house (pain in the butt to put together each time BUT really great for city walks and we don't have a garage to store). It has great storage underneath and I bought a universal cupholder/phone holder to go with it. I was walking 20-25 miles a week with it as soon as I was cleared (before snow prevented long walks) and it has held up!

Second the Mockingbird! We bought the bassinet and car seat attachment and everything came out to about $700 brand new. We just had our second and were gifted the second seat attachment, which saved on the cost of buying a double stroller. I will say that we use a baby carrier a lot more than a stroller, so I would maybe look on Marketplace or Good Buy Gear for second hand options. I definitely wish I did!

We have the mockingbird. I like that it is à la carte. Get whatever you need, don’t get what you don’t. We started with a single, then added the second seat later with our second kid. Like the uppa it is a tank.

Im 4’11” so i get it. I only do convertible car seats because being short makes holding a car seat so awkward. Plus, babies aren’t supposed to sleep in them outside a car. Strollers, I really like the mompush for a light compact stroller that turns into a bassinet, the mockingbird where you can adjust the handle and overall it looks nice and comfortable to push, you can purchase a bassinet snd overall it’s really comfy, the jeep jogging stroller is really nice as well but bigger.

I had both Graco Modes and Mockingbird 2.0, I honestly preferred the Mockingbird. A tad more expensive and I could only get the car seat adapter from their website, but personally found it smoother for long walks. Since we weren’t responsible adults, we wound up with 2 under 2, and the mockingbird website sold the toddler adapter double attachment. So if you’re considering another child, it’s super useful for toddler seat and infant car seat. Mind you this is my opinion! It’s handled a lot of abuse from a tired mom literally lugging (quite frankly tossing since we live in the devils armpit of Phoenix) the stroller frame into the back of my pickup truck with little to no damage for three years.

We got the Mockingbird and got the adapter for a Graco carrier seat. I love it, it allows for a second seat attachment. THAT BEING SAID… eventually I said “eff it” and got the Graco jet set light weight stroller because the normal strollers are HEAVY. I regret getting rid of my Graco Modes because it was not only cheaper, but way more light weight than the bougie brands.