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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially for families with 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 has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that can expand in width to take a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, since 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 that can be adjusted for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who are worried about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that extends its width to create an additional seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs on the market. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger, which is ideal when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for growing families and the UPPAbaby is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to handle, even when fully loaded 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 might still fight about who gets to sit in which seat. And if they're at different heights, a tandem model could be more suitable for them since it will allow them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better suitable for siblings of similar age group, tandem light double strollers come with their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easy to access and exit from however their baskets are typically smaller than those on single buggies. click feature more generously big canopies with windows that peek out, as well as one parent cup holder and padding for the legs of little ones.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that offers excellent value. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated tandems, however, it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is the one-handed fold. Although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has 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 typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-by-side models. However, they may be difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, which is initially an individual and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. They can include a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some of them also offer the option of incorporating a buggy board, which can help older children keep up with younger siblings.

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 space for newborns. They can be positioned in a row or joined to each other's faces, and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). As they're made with quality materials, these types of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without displaying much wear, indicating they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring a kit that includes air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that, is perfect for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a great choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

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

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are a variety of options for recline 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 the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're usually much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still find plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this can still be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of a family. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your older child begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspensions for smoother riding on rough terrain were well-loved by testers at home. It also has a handy cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have tiny pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone 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 a high-profile handlebar for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you will need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.