Which lightweight double stroller Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, especially if you have kids of varying ages. 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 with adjustable reclining, as well as huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a frame that expands in size to accommodate the second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. That said there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands in width to accommodate a second seat, making it slimmer than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side available. This means it can fit through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is ideal if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with a modular frame. It has a smart design that allows you to turn it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, sexiest and stylish strollers available.

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

Although they're light double pushchairs side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might still fight about who sits in which position. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it lets them look at each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suited to siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are more spacious, and easier to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those found on single buggies. They also have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and cushioned leg cushions for the children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks stunning and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded when it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will usually make tighter turning than side-byside models. However, they can be difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional alternative. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to convert it into double. It can also have an additional seat, a carrycot or both in front. Children can share a seat. Some of them also have the option of incorporating a buggy board, which could help older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be attached together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible with the. As they're made with quality materials, these types of dual-use buggies can often be used for many years without showing much wear, which means they have a high price resales.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller double. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children from different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single, and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds up using a single-hand mechanism that's very easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's maneuverable even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are many options for reclined seats, with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having a reclining option.

This kind of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being a bit wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these types of strollers are generally able to cope with pavements. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides and, therefore, you can have plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that strollers of this type aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to handle a lot of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, this can still be a problem. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The home testers loved the 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 an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an enormous, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are just big enough to fit phones and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold that has straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that can be accessed with both seats facing the parent. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever method by which it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including some that don't normally fit in other double buggies.