Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially if you have children of different age groups. They're generally easy to fold, steer and carry up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can be expanded to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and are generally recommended for children that can sit up on their own since these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. That said there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a large canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint and are great for parents worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to allow for an additional child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It is also an jogger which is perfect for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It provides even more customization thanks to a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you turn it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for families that are growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and most stylish available.

If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to carry, even when fully loaded with kids.

Although they're lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who gets to sit in which position. And if they're different heights, a tandem style might be more suitable for them since it allows them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings who are the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. Many also feature more generously large canopies that have peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. The fabrics are less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off road double buggy it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models however, they can be more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, that starts out as one-person, but you can add adapters that turn it into a double. It can have an additional seat or carrycot in front, or the children can be seated side-by-side. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep pace with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin buggy pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for newborns. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to face each other, and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you select the right one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for years without showing any wear, meaning they have high potential for resale.

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This compact double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is suitable for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a good option for parents who want an elegant design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold with a single-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's very maneuverable even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can purchase additional accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are numerous options for reclining the seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat also having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it is generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these models are generally able to cope with paved surfaces. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides which means you can get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry a large amount. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can still be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing needs. Often, they start as single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to add a second hand double buggy child's chair or carrycot, or (in some instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your child gets older and starts to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40lbs each. It also has a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother riding on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also has a handy parent cup holder and an ample, easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, which are just big enough to fit the phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with an additional 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 for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing towards the parent. It is simple to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the weight of a few single to double pushchair pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either direction and the clever way it connects an additional seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands, including those that aren't typically fit into other double buggies.