Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children of varying age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the steps.

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 can be expanded to take a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can stand up without assistance, since they lack car seat compatibility. However there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend sit and stand double stroller 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to add an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It's also a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating 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, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers loved the sleek and easy it was to handle even when stuffed with children.

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

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more suitable for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to access and exit from the baskets, though they tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides great value. The fabric is a little less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, but it looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold. While it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models however they are more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It starts out as a single however, you can add adapters to convert it into a double. It can also have a second seat, carrycot or both in front. Or the children can sit together. Some of them also have the option of incorporating a buggy board, which could help an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create a flat space for newborns. These can be placed in a row or joined to face each other, and you can use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these types of dual-use buggies can often be used for years without showing much wear, which means they have a an excellent price resales.

Single-to-cheap double stroller

This lightweight double buggy was designed for families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different age groups. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek design that is as sleek as a single and is available in a variety of colors.

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

You can purchase additional items like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclining the seats, with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it is generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides and, therefore, you can get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a lot. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can still be a challenge. Some are also easier 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 buggy with carrycot pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to changing family needs. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in certain instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and comes with an integrated storage basket between the seats. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspension for smoother riding on rough terrain were well-loved by testers at home. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an ample easy-to-access basket. The backs of the bags have small pockets which are just big enough to fit a phone and a set of keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for an easier ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to maneuver due to its surprisingly low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Reversible seats mean you can flip them to face either direction and the clever way that it connects an additional seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.