Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children with different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer, and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double buggy sale pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit without assistance, as they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have adjustable recline for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who fret about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that extends its width to create a second seat, making it slimmer than most other side-by-side pushchairs on the market. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It's also a jogger, which is a great feature if you want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization with a modular frame. The innovative design allows 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 is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most fashionable and fashionable strollers you can find.

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

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverwhen your children are the same age or stage, they may still fight over who rides in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem model could be better for them, as it allows them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some come with seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to get in and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. They also have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows as well as a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold. While it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded while it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models however, they can be more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slow to speed up and are heavier to move, which can cause strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It's initially an individual but you can also add adapters to convert it into a double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot on the front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an open 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, in the event that it is compatible with the. These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-double car seat stroller

This lightweight double buggy was designed for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all terrain double stroller-wheel-suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of different ages. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish design as simple as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds up using a single-hand mechanism that's very easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. And there are a variety of options for recline in the front, with the seat being able to be adjusted to different positions and the rear seat having a recline option.

This type of buggy comes with 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. The suspension and wheels of these strollers tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that these strollers aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths however, it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible stokke double stroller pushchairs are fantastic because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of the family. Often, they start as single buggies. They have adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or a carrycot (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your child gets older and starts to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double pram and pushchair stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can carry up to 40lbs per child and comes with an extra storage basket in between the seats. The home testers loved the spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and an enormous, easily accessible basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have tiny pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase a separate 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 has a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing position. It is easy to maneuver due to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.