Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children of varying age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the steps.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of light cheap double stroller pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and are best suited for children that can sit up on their own since these models tend to lack car seat integration. 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 are also simple to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to add a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. 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 a baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double buggy for twins is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It provides additional flexibility due to a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also is among the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to carry even when loaded with kids.

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they may be fighting over who gets to sit in which position. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be best for them, as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings who are the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others have seats that can be reversible. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are bigger and are easier to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. They often have larger canopy with windows that peek out and padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, however, it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold. While it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". The carrycot is not foldable while it's attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem strollers that are lightweight typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they could be harder to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It starts out as one, but you can add adapters to make it a double. It could have a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Children can share a seat. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible with the. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these kinds 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 designed for families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins or children from different ages, and as triple tandem, it is able to handle rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's maneuverable even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for infants. Our panel of testers found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options for reclining the seats, with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat offering an option to recline.

This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're usually much lighter than some of the side-bysides means that you still find plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a lot. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths however, it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also more easy 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 the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They are typically single buggies, but come with adapters to add an additional seat, a carrycot, or (in certain cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your older child begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40 lbs per child and has a storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have pockets that aren't large enough to hold more than a cell phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you will need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many users praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including some which aren't usually fit into other double buggies.