Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly when you have children of various age groups. They're typically simple to fold, steer, and carry up and down the stairs.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and are best compact double stroller suited for kids who can stand up without assistance because they tend to lack car seat integration. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand double stroller with car seat 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 ideal for parents who worry about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to allow for another child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. It can be pushed through doors that are standard 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 baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you convert it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a great option for families that are growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to carry even when loaded with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are at the same age or stage they might still argue over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, the tandem model could be the best option for them, since it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings with similar ages tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others come with Reversible seats. Others even have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They are more spacious, and easier to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those found on single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabrics feel a little less luxurious than our other top-rated tandems, however, it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its one-handed fold. Although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is easy and quick.

Tandem strollers that are lightweight usually make tighter turning than side-by-side models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy which starts off as a single and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. It can have an additional seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can be seated side-byside. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat area for infants. They can be positioned in a row or joined to face each other and you can use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these types of dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing any wear, meaning they have high price resales.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's also a great choice for parents who are looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold with the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's very mobile even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

You can purchase additional items like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. And there are a variety of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

This type of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being larger than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still find plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry loads. It's a bit easier to turn around even on the smallest of curving paths but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to the changing family requirements. They typically start as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the Lightest Double Stroller double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were praised by the home testers. It also comes with a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to access basket. The backs of the bags have small pockets that are just sufficient to hold phones and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, it folds compactly and can be folded up with straps for easy transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice by our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats in the parent-facing position. Its extremely light weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Many people praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.