Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, particularly if you have children with different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer, and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also has a clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a big canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint, and are ideal for parents worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add another seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a variety of fun colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you transform it into a single stroller or a double by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you're looking for a compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were amazed by how easy it was to maneuver even with a load of kids.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -- if your children are at the same age or stage they might still argue over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suited to siblings of similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are larger and easy to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they may be harder to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They may also be a little slower to speed up and can be heavier to move, which could cause strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another alternative. It's initially one however, you can add adapters to make it double. It could include an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can share a seat. Some of them also offer the option of adding a buggy board, which could help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be attached together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible with the. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for years without showing much wear, indicating they have an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy was designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different ages. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a chic design that is as sleek as a single and comes in different fabric colours.

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

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. And there are plenty of options for reclining, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than the side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these models tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides and, therefore, you can get a lot of storage. It's worth bearing in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family requirements. Often, they start as single buggies. They have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your child gets older and starts to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each. It comes with a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain were praised by home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and a large accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are only large enough to hold phones and keys.

This lightweight twin buggy, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you'll have to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing the parent. Its lightweight weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either direction, and the clever way that it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also loved that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.