11 Ways To Completely Redesign Your Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with the lightweight double pushchair especially if you have kids of different age groups. They are generally easy to steer, fold and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has massive UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out. It also has frames that can be expanded in width to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit without assistance, as they lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an recline adjustments for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It can fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It is also a jogger which is great if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It provides even more customization thanks to a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to transform it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to carry even when stuffed with kids.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't foolproof however -when your children are of the same age or stage they might be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it will allow them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more appropriate for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and offer their own perks. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are larger and are easier to get in and out of. However the baskets they use 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 one cup holder for parents and padded leg cushions for children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. The fabrics are less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

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

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as an individual and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. They can have a second seat, carrycot, or both in the front. Children can share a seat. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

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) which create a lay-flat space for newborns. They can be positioned in a row or joined to one another and you can use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have the highest resale value.

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 a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children of different ages, and as triple tandem, it is able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a good option 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. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's mobile even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.

You can buy add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. And there are a variety of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

pushchairsandprams.uk of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to are capable of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren't as good at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest curves of paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are easier to turn than other models, like 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 the changing family 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 carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each. It also has 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 multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't large enough to hold more than a phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with 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 10-inch rear wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats facing towards the parent. Its light weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Many people praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.