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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly for families with children of different ages. They're generally easy to steer, fold and transport up and down the 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 comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we've test are side-byside models and they're generally best for children who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to lack car seat integration. That said, the 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 huge canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are great for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it slimmer than other side-byside pushchairs. It can be pushed through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger which is great when you are planning to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or a 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 clever design allows you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double or single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of move, even with a full load of kids.

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

Tandem

While side-byside models are better suited to siblings of the same age group, tandem light double strollers have their own appeal. Some can accommodate carseats that are larger, and others have reversible seats. Some even come with an additional carrycot or reversible 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 buggies that are single. Many also feature more generously large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides an excellent value. Its fabric feels a bit less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles however, it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". The carrycot can't be folded while it's attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight  double stroller s will typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they can be more difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy which is initially one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could have a second seat, carrycot, or both in the front. Children can share a seat. Some can also consider adding a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. They can be attached together or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible with the. Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without displaying much wear, indicating they have the highest price resales.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is made for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It is also a good choice for twins, or children of different ages and as a triple tandem, it's able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's very easy to master. Although  twin pushchairs  than other pushchairs that are single-to-double in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options for reclined seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat also having a reclining option.

This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being larger than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally are capable of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they may struggle to carry a large amount. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest curves of paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are easier to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They are typically single buggies and include adapters to add a second seat, a carrycot or (in certain cases) a car seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single when your older child starts to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40 pounds per child and comes with a storage basket between the seats. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother riding on rough terrain were praised by the home testers. It also has a convenient cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are only sufficient to hold a phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either direction and the clever method by which it connects the 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 multiple brands, including some which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.