Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly when you have children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also has an expanding frame size 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. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, since they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands in width to add a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other side-byside pushchairs. It can fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It's also a jogger, which is great news when you're planning to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers additional flexibility due to a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to move even with a load of children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverIf your children are the same age or at the same stage, they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings of the same age group, tandem light double strollers come with their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are larger and easy to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows and a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the little ones.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight double stroller [Pushchairsandprams published an article] tandem that provides excellent value. The fabric is a little less Luxurious Black Lightweight Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 than our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be a little slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which could result in stress 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 have the option of a second seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can sit side-by-side. Some of them also have the option of adding a buggy board, which could help older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. They can be positioned in a row or joined to one another and you can also use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select a compatible one). As they're made with quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for years without showing any wear, indicating they have high resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger by acquiring kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's a great option for parents who want a chic design that is as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds up with just one hand, making it really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's mobile even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclined seats and the front seat is adjustable in various positions and the back seat having the option of recline.

This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being a bit wider than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally good at coping with pavements. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may 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 also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of a family. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your older child starts to walk or chooses 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 40lbs each and features 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 comes with a handy parent cup holder and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have pockets that aren't big enough to hold more than a cell phone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and Pushchairs And Prams carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that 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 more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile My Babiie MB33 Tandem Pushchair - Dani Dyer is the most popular of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is easy to maneuver due to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including those which aren't usually fit into other double buggies.