Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A compact double pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly if you have children of various age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down steps.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also has frames that can be expanded in width to accommodate a second car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can stand up without assistance, since they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an adjustable recline 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 ideal for parents who are worried about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame extends its width to create an additional seat, making it smaller than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side available. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It also doubles as 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 provides additional flexibility due to a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to transform it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a good option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and most stylish available.

If you're looking for a compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact 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 loved how simple and sleek it was to carry even when loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -when your children are at the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, then it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings with similar age group, tandem light 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 larger and are easier to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides an excellent value. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is the one-handed fold. While it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-byside models, however they are more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. 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, which starts off as a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. This can include a second seat or carrycot on the front, or the children can be seated side-by-side. Some have the option of adding a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

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. They can be swiveled together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible. As they're made with quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing much wear, indicating they have an excellent price resales.

Single-to-double stroller for twins

This lightweight double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a good choice for parents who are looking for a stylish design that's as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using the use of a single hand. Although it's heavier than some of the other pushchairs that are single-to-double in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options for reclined seats, with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering an option to recline.

This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers double generally do a good job of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're usually significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty 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 can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths, but even this can be difficult. Some are more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to changing family needs. Often, they start as single buggies and have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat or a carrycot (in certain instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single one when your older child starts to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

One of the Lightest Double Stroller double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and an ample, easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have small double stroller pockets, that are just sufficient to hold a phone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need 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 can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to move around. Reversible seats mean 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 appreciated by many. Parents also admired that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.