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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially when you have children of various age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down steps.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can be expanded to take a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children that can stand up without assistance because they tend to lack car seat integration. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 double buggy with carrycot and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint and are perfect for parents worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double Stroller is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It provides even more customization thanks to a modular frame. The innovative design allows the conversion of a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and most stylish available.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to use, even when fully loaded with children.

Although they're lightweight double stroller double pushchairs that sit side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they may still fight about who sits in which seat. If they're at different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it will allow them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own charms. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while others have Reversible seats. Some even come with an additional carrycot or reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are more spacious, and easier to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. They also have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one parent cup holder and padding for the legs of young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they may be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put stress on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, that starts out as a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. They can include a second seat, carrycot or both in the front. Children can sit together. Some may have the option of adding a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep pace with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be placed in a row or joined to face each other, and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose a compatible one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy is made for outdoor-loving family who would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of various ages. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a chic design that is as simple as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

This iCandy model is easy to fold with a single-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 inside and a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with good headrests and lumbar support. There are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat having the option to recline.

This type of buggy comes with the main disadvantage of being a bit wider than the side-by-side 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 are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're usually lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry loads. It's a bit easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths however, it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family needs. Often, they start as single buggies, and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in certain instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single to double buggy buggie when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40lbs each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also comes with a handy cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have small 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 includes a second chair and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that can stand on its own with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for an easier ride. The only downside is that you will need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing the parent. It is easy to move around due to its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from a variety of brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.