Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with the lightweight double pushchair especially if you have children of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down steps.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and 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 kids who can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. However there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. These are also easy to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it slimmer than other side-byside pushchairs. It is able to fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It also doubles as a jogger, which is ideal when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. It has a smart design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest double stroller and most stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single cheap double stroller by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to use even when stuffed with kids.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -If your children are the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, then a tandem style may be ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more suitable for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to access and exit from, although their baskets are usually smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many feature larger canopies with windows that peek out and padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a an excellent value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most impressive aspects about it is the one-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "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 make more precise turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another option 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 include a second seat, carrycot or both in front. Or the children can sit together. Some have the option of including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be attached together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible with the. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these types of dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without displaying much wear, which means they have a the highest price resales.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children from different age groups and as triple tandem, it's able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's very mobile even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline and recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, this can still be a hassle. Some are also more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double stroller with infant car seat pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to the changing family needs. They typically start as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add an additional seat, a carrycot or (in certain cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats for storage. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy parent cup holder and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't big enough to hold much more than a smartphone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations, and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that can stand on its own with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats in the parent-facing position. It is easy to move around due to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including some that don't normally fit in other double buggies.