Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially for families with children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over steps.

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 peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side models and are generally recommended for children who can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate another seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs on the market. This means it fits through standard doorways and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature when you're planning to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you convert it into a single stroller or a double by adding 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to use even when stuffed with children.

Although they're lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are of the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who sits in which position. If they're at different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them, as it lets them confront each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be more appropriate for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. Some can accommodate carseats that are larger, and others have reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are more spacious and are easier to get into and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one parent cup holder and padding for the legs of young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides excellent 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 impressive things about it is its one-handed fold. While it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded when it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They may also be slightly slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which could put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It's initially a single however, you can add adapters to make it a double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot on the front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some can also consider 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 as it can also convert into a twin stroller pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat area for infants. They can be placed side by side or attached to face each other, and you can use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select the right one). Because they're made from high-quality materials, these types of dual-use buggies can often be used for years without displaying much wear, indicating they have high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children from different ages, and as a triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is very easy to fold using a one-handed system. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

This kind of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to are capable of coping with paved surfaces and Www.Pushchairsandprams.Uk the fact that they're lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry a lot. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths however, even this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family requirements. They typically start as single buggies, but come with adapters to add a second seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single as your child gets older and starts 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 includes a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain were appreciated by testers at home. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have tiny pockets that are not big enough to hold more than a phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps for easy transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Reversible seats mean you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever way that it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.