Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

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 windows that peek out. It also has a clever frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second car seat and 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 sit without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand double single pushchair, are both excellent options. They have recline adjustments for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to move around despite their bigger footprint. They are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate another child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature if you want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a variety of exciting 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 transform it into a single buggy or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is one of the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers on the market.

If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 that folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to maneuver even with a full load of kids.

Even though they are lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are at the same age and stage, they may still fight about who sits in which spot. And if they're different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it will allow them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more for children with similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have distinct appeals. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have reversible seats. Others even have an additional carrycot or reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to move into and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than those of single buggies. They often have larger canopy, peekaboo windows and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that is a an excellent value. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold. Although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded when it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They may also be a little slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which is initially a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. This can include a second seat or carrycot on the front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some can also consider including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat area for infants. They can be positioned side by side or attached to each other's faces, and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose an appropriate one). These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy was designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all terrain double buggy-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins, or children of different age groups and as triple tandem, it is able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of fabrics.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold with a single-handed system. And although it's heavier than the other pushchairs double that are single-to-double in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclined seats and the front seat is adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering the option of recline.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry loads. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the 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 come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single when your child gets older and starts to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double stroller (trade-britanica.trade) double strollers double on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain were praised by home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent as well as an enormous easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are just big enough to fit the phone and a set of keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out 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 ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats in the parent-facing position. It is simple to move around due to its low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not typically compatible with other double stroller with infant car seat buggies.