A Delightful Rant About Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also features a smart frame that expands widthways to take a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can stand up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it lighter than other side-byside pushchairs. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature for those who want to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double jogging stroller. It allows for additional flexibility due to a modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to convert it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a great option for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double or single by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were amazed by how easy it was to move even with a full load of children.

Even though they are lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could still fight about who sits in which spot. And if they're at different heights it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it lets them confront each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suitable for siblings with similar age group, tandem light double strollers come with their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to get in and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single and double stroller buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, however, it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-by-side models. However, they can be difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which is initially one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It can also have a second seat, carrycot or both in the front. The children can share a seat. Some can also consider including a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, as it can also convert into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat area for infants. They can be placed on top of each other or positioned to each other's faces and you can also use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you select a compatible one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of high-quality materials and can last for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

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

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's extremely simple to master. Although it's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, home tester Karolina claimed that it is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.

You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than the side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides which means you can get a lot of storage. These strollers aren't easy 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, it can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to the changing family requirements. They typically start as single buggies and come with adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your older child starts to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain were praised by home testers. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent, and a large accessible, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs have small pockets, that are just big enough to fit the phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, a compact Twin stroller fold that stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice from our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing the parent. Its extremely light 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 admired that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.