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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children of varying age groups. They are easy to fold, steer 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 a frame that expands in the width to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and they're generally best for kids who can sit up on their own since 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 offer adjustable recline for both seats, a large 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 fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. The innovative design allows the conversion of a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of maneuver even with a load of kids.

Although they're light double pushchairs that sit side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they could still argue over who sits in which seat. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own appeal. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easy to get in and out of, although their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones on single buggies. They also have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the little ones.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that offers excellent value. The fabric is a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles but it looks and feels great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its single-handed fold. While it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models but they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy that starts out as one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It can have an additional seat or carrycot in front or children can sit side-by-side. Some can also consider adding a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. These can be placed side by side or attached to face each other and you can also use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). These buggies for dual-use are made of quality materials and can last for many years without showing any wear. This means they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children of different ages and, as triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabrics.

This iCandy model is very easy to fold using a one-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for infants. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclined seats, with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having the option of recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be tricky to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to do a good job of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry loads. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, this can still be a hassle. 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 best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing needs. They typically start as single buggies and come with adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in certain cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single as your older child begins to walk more or wants to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were appreciated by home testers. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent, and a large, easily accessible basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have tiny pockets that are not big enough to hold more than a smartphone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and has a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. best twin buggy Pushchairs And Prams (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Reversible seats mean you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever way it can attach an additional seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also admired that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.