Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, particularly if you have children with 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 a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children who can stand up without assistance, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They come with an recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to allow for an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature when you're planning 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 fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It provides even more customization thanks to a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you transform it into a single buggy or a double by adding 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, sexiest and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a double or a single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of move around, even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -- if your children are at the same age or stage, they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, a tandem model could be more suitable for them since it will allow them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pram and pushchair pushchairs have their own charms. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while some have seats that can be reversible. Others have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to get in and out of however their baskets are typically smaller than the ones on single buggies. They often have larger canopy, peekaboo windows and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold. Although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded while it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however they are more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slow to pick up speed and may be heavier to move, which could cause strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy that starts out as a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can also have an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some also have the option to add buggy boards that could help an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat area for infants. They can be positioned in a row or joined to one another and you can also use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select a compatible one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for years without showing any wear, meaning they have high price resales.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy was designed for families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It's also a great option for twins, or children of different ages and, as a triple tandem, it can take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a chic design as simple as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

This iCandy model is easy to fold with a one-handed system. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, home tester Karolina stated that it feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat having a recline option.

The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to navigate through doorways and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a lot. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, it can be a challenge. Some are easier 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 the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. Often, they start as single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single buggie when your child reaches the age of walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats to store things. Home users loved its spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs have small pockets, that are just big enough to fit phones and a set of keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive features include a high-profile handlebar for easier steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. Its lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move around. Many users praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from multiple brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.

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