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're generally easy to steer, fold and carry up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that can be expanded 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. They are ideal for children who can sit up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend sit n stand double stroller 'N Stand double stroller with bassinet, are both excellent options. They come with an adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to move around despite their larger footprint. They are great 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 a second child seat. This makes it slimmer than other side-byside pushchairs. This means it can fit through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you transform it into a single buggy or a double buggy sale with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a good option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and most stylish available.

If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double or single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to move around even with a load of kids.

Although they're light double pushchairs side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might be fighting over who sits in which seat. If they're at different heights, then the tandem model could be the best compact double stroller option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is the one-handed fold - although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, however, they can be 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 alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. These can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in the front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some of them also have the option to add buggy boards that can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. The cocoons create a 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 comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select a compatible one). These dual-use buggies are made of quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

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

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

You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are numerous options to recline the seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat offering a reclining option.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to navigate through doorways and is difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that these strollers aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, it can be a problem. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 double stroller For twins and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of the family. They typically start as single buggies, but come with adapters to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in certain cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single buggie when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child, and includes an integrated storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a phone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, it folds compactly and can be folded up with straps that make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for an easier ride. The only drawback 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 simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. Its surprisingly light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to move around. Its reversible seats mean that they can be switched to face either way, and the clever method by which it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from various brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.