Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly if you have children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out. It also has a clever frame that can expand in width to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best double strollers for children who can sit up without assistance, since they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit N Stand Double Stroller 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have adjustable recline for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands to allow for a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles as an jogger which is perfect when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you convert it into a single stroller or a double by adding 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest double stroller and most stylish umbrella strollers available.

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

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -If your children are of the same age or at the same stage, they might be fighting over who rides in which seat. And if they're at different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it lets them look at each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better for children of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have distinct appeals. They can take a bigger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to get in and out of however their baskets are typically smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight twin buggy tandem. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold - although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded without the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they could be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. These can include a second seat or carrycot in the front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep up with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be positioned on top of each other or positioned to face each other and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks to a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a good option for parents looking for a stylish design that's as sleek as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down with a one-handed mechanism that's very easy to master. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double buggy that converts to single pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina stated that it feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can buy add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclining, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having a recline option.

This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being a bit wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally are capable of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, it can be a problem. Some are more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family requirements. They are typically single buggies. They have adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single as your child gets older and starts to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each and features 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 to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain were appreciated by the home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, that are just large enough to hold a phone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and can stand on its own with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you'll need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing position. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including those which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.