Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with the lightweight double pushchair especially if you have kids with different 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, adjustable reclining and massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit up without assistance, as they lack compatibility with car seats. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints and are great for parents worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to add an additional child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It can be pushed through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It is also an jogger which is perfect if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with a modular frame. The clever 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 an outstandingly practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to move around even with a load of children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -- if your children are the same age or stage they might be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights, it is possible that a tandem design is the best double stroller option for them, since it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more suitable for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They are bigger and are easier to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger canopy as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabrics feel a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, however, it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It can't be folded without 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-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double umbrella stroller buggy, which starts off as a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. This can include a second seat or carrycot in front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some of them also have the option to add buggy boards, 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 through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for infants. They can be joined or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible with the. As they're made with quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without displaying much wear, meaning they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and All Terrain Double Stroller-wheel suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children of different ages and as a triple tandem, it can be able to handle the rough terrain. It's a great option for parents who want a chic design that is as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.

This iCandy model is easy to fold using a single-handed system. Although it's heavier than some of the other pushchairs that are single-to-double in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options to recline the seats with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat also having an option to recline.

This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being a bit wider than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're usually significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry loads. Even though it's 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 models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of families. They typically start as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, carrycot or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some are able to 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 we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also has a convenient parent cup holder as well as an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have pockets that are not big enough to hold much more than a phone and keys.

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

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has an enormous shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. Its surprisingly light weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to move. Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also admired that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.