Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially when you have children of various age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and windows that peek out. It also has a frame that expands in size to accommodate a second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and are best suited for children that can sit up on their own because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to move around despite their bigger footprint. They are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. It can fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It is also a jogger, which is ideal for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to the modular frame. The innovative design allows you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to maneuver, even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't foolproof however -- if your children are the same age or at the same stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem style might be better for them as it will allow them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They are larger and easy to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. They often have larger big canopies with windows that peek out, as well as one parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they may be harder to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different option. It is initially an individual however, you can add adapters to make it double. It could have the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in the front. The children can be seated together. Some also have the option of adding a buggy board, which can help older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. They can be attached together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible. These buggies for dual-use are made of high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy was designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good choice for twins, or children of different age groups and, as triple tandem double stroller, it can handle rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish design that is as sleek as a single to double pushchair and is available in a variety of colors.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's extremely simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for infants. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats, with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering an option to recline.

The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these types of strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides, so you can still have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry loads. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, this can still be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing needs. They typically start as single buggies, but include adapters to add an additional seat, carrycot or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. The home testers loved the spacious canopy with peekaboo windows multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to access basket. They did note that the backs have small pockets, which are only sufficient to hold phones and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only drawback is that you will need ready to grow double stroller (site) purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.

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