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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly for families with children of various ages. They're typically simple to fold, steer and transport up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate 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. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to move around despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who are worried about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands in width to add an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can be pushed through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great news for those who want to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a range of fun colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to transform it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also is among the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how simple and sleek it was to carry even when loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -If your children are the same age or at the same stage, they might still argue 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 allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suited to siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own appeal. Push Chairs And Prams can fit carseats that are larger, and some have seats that can be reversible. Others even have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They are larger, and easier to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. Many feature larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that provides an excellent value. The fabrics are a little less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

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


A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It is initially an individual, but you can add adapters to make it a double. This can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can sit side-by-side. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep up with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide a flat space for newborns. They can be placed in a row or joined to each other's faces and you can also use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select an appropriate one). These buggies for dual-use are made of quality materials and can last for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children of different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's a great option for parents who want a chic design that is as simple as a single. It is available in a variety of colors.

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

You can purchase add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat having the option to recline.

This kind of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being a bit wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry loads. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths however, 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

Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they are able to be adapted to the changing requirements of families. Often, they start as single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single when your older child starts to walk or wants to ride buggyboards.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain were well-loved by testers at home. It also comes with a convenient parent cup holder and an enormous easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are only big enough to fit phones and a set of keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and 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 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats facing towards the parent. It is a breeze to move around due to its low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.