Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart 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 tested were side-by-side models. These are best twin buggy for children who can sit without assistance, since they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an recline adjustments for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to move around despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add another seat, making it slimmer than most other side-by-side twin pushchairs available. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great news when you're planning to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a range of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization with a modular frame. The clever design allows you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and stylish umbrella twin strollers for newborns available.

If you're looking for a more compact double buggy, lightweight double, consider the egg2 that folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or 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 children.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are of the same age or at the same stage, they might still argue over who rides in which seat. If they are at different heights, the tandem model could be ideal for them as it lets them face each other.

tandem double buggy

While side-byside models are more suitable for siblings of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with distinct appeals. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to get in and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of little ones.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that is a an excellent value. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. One of the most striking things about it is the one-handed fold. While it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot can't be folded while it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight typically make tighter turns than side-byside models, however they are more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different option. It is initially one however, you can add adapters to convert it into a double. They can include the option of a second seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Children can share a seat. Some of them also offer the option to add buggy boards that can help older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin stroller side by side pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be positioned on top of each other or positioned to one another, and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose a compatible one). As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of buggies that are dual-use can be used for many years without showing any wear, which means they have a the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children from different ages and as triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents looking for an elegant design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of fabrics.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds up with just one hand, making it extremely simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's maneuverable even with two toddlers and the carrycot.

You can purchase add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally do a good job of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're usually lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to remember that strollers of this type aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to handle a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, it can be a hassle. Some are more easy to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of families. They are typically single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or a carrycot (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child and has an extra storage basket in between the seats. The home testers loved the spacious canopy with peekaboo windows, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent and an ample easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which can be accessed with both seats facing the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Reversible seats mean you can flip them to face either direction and the clever way that it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also admired that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from various brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.