Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down steps.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side models and they're generally best for children who can sit up on their own, as 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 offer recline adjustments for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands to add a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other side-byside pushchairs. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as an jogger which is perfect when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. The innovative design allows 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 a good option for families that are growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most fashionable and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you prefer a more compact double stroller lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of maneuver even with a load of children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 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 are at different heights, a tandem style may be best for them, as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some have convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They are more spacious 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. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides great value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive 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 single-handed fold. While it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, however they are more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also a little slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It is initially an individual but you can also add adapters to convert it into double. They can include an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in the front. Children can be seated together. Some also have the option of incorporating buggy boards, which can help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for newborns. They can be positioned side by side or attached to one another and you can also use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for many years without showing much wear, indicating they have an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want 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 and all-wheel suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children of different age groups and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a stylish design that is as elegant as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.

We loved the way that 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, but our home test Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

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

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these models are generally able to cope with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides, so you can still have plenty of storage. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they can be difficult to carry a lot. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they can be adapted to the changing needs of the family. Often, they start as single buggies and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in certain instances) a 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.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats to store things. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent, and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs have small pockets, that are just big enough to fit phones and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a high-profile handlebar 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 drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many people praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also loved that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from various brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.