Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair is easy to move around, especially if you have children of different age groups. They are generally easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children who can stand up without assistance, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to move around despite their bigger footprint. They are ideal for parents who worry about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands in width to allow for another child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great if you want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double strollers for infant and Toddler is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers additional flexibility due to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to transform it into a single stroller or a double by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, sexiest and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a double or single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by how easy it was to move even with a load of children.

Even though they are lightweight, Double Stroller for Twins: Gray Infant And Toddler pushchairs that are side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might still argue over who sits in which spot. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to move into and out of the baskets, though they are typically smaller than those on single buggies. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for parents and padding for the legs of little ones.

The iCandy Peach Graco Stadium Duo Tandem Double Pushchair - Black/Grey is another excellent example of a light tandem that is a an excellent value. The fabrics are less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its single-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot can't be folded while it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-by-side models. However, they can be difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be slow to speed up and are heavier to move, which could result in strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can sit side-by-side. Some also have the option of adding a buggy board, which can aid an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible with the. These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy was designed for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children from different age groups and as a triple tandem, it is able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's very simple to master. It's also heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclined seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side and makes it difficult to get through doorways and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, it can be a problem. Some are easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of families. They often start out as single buggies, and come with adapters to add a second seat, a carrycot, or (in certain cases) a car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each. It comes with an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy parent cup holder and an ample, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are just large enough to hold phones and a set of keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive features include an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats in the parent-facing position. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever way it attaches an additional seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from multiple brands, including those that don't normally fit in other double buggies.