Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are the Best Travel Double Stroller for children who can sit up without assistance, since they lack car seat compatibility. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands in width to allow for an additional child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you transform it into a single stroller or a cheap double buggy by incorporating two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double pushchair with car seat, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how simple and sleek it was to handle even when loaded with children.

Although they're lightweight double pushchairs side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could still fight about who sits in which position. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it allows them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some have convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located 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 as well as a cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the little ones.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem double buggy. Its fabric feels a bit less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold. Although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They usually make tighter turning than side-by-side models. However, they can be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It starts out as a single however, you can add adapters to convert it into a double. These can include a second seat or carrycot in front or children can be seated side-byside. Some can also consider adding a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide a flat space for newborns. They can be joined or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible with the. These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double stroller double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks to a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek style that's as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's very mobile even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclined seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering the option of recline.

This kind of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being larger than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these types of strollers are generally good at coping with paved surfaces. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides which means you can get a lot of storage. It's important to remember that strollers of this type aren't as adept at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are easier to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or a carrycot (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child and comes with a storage basket between the seats. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent as well as an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are only big enough to fit a phone and a set of keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside 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; 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 will need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats in the parent-facing position. It is simple to move around due to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Reversible seats mean you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever way it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including some which aren't usually fit into other double buggies.