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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children with different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also has a frame that expands in the width to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best double strollers for children who can stand up without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint, and are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands in width to accommodate another seat, making it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. It is able to fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It is also a jogger which is great if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization through a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a good option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and most stylish available.

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

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -when your children are of the same age or stage they might still argue over who is allowed ready to grow double stroller ride in which seat. And if they're at different heights, a tandem model could be better for them as it allows them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more appropriate for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight best double strollers pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can accommodate a larger car seat and others come with reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. They also have larger big canopies with windows that peek out as well as a cup holder for the parent and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that is a great value. The fabrics are less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks stunning and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". The carrycot is not foldable when it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which starts off as one-person, but you can add adapters to make it into a double. They can have an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can be seated together. Some have the option of including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep up with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, as it can also convert into a twin pushchair pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for infants. They can be positioned side by side or attached to one another and you can also use them with the baby 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 quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy is made for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a good choice for parents who want a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

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

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also 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 a variety of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat offering a recline option.

The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than the side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're usually lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths but even this can be difficult. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family needs. They typically start as single buggies, and come with adapters to add an additional seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your older child starts to walk or wants to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 pounds per child and comes with an extra storage basket in between the seats. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't big enough to hold much more than a phone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that can stand on its own with straps to make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top choice of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. It is simple to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Reversible seats mean they can be switched to face either direction and the clever method by which it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from multiple brands, including some which aren't usually fit into other double buggies.