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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate a second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best for children who can stand up without assistance since these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. This means it can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as an jogger which is perfect for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a great option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest Double Stroller, sexiest and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double or a single by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of move even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't 100% foolproof, howeverwhen your children are the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. And if they're taller than each other, a tandem style might be better for them as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings with similar ages tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit a larger car seat and some have seats that can be reversible. Others even have an additional carrycot or convertible seat 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 often have larger big canopies with windows that peek out and a cup holder for parents and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a excellent value. Its fabrics feel a little less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold. Although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They may also be slow to accelerate and can be heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different option. It is initially a single however, you can add adapters to make it a double. These can include a second seat or carrycot in front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some also have the option of adding buggy boards, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin stroller with car seats-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. The cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be attached together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible. As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for years without showing any wear, meaning they have the highest price resales.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a good choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single, and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it really simple to master. It's also heavier than some of the other pushchairs that are single and double stroller-to-double in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for babies. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are plenty of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat having a recline option.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're usually significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to cope with 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 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 often start out as single buggies, but include adapters to add an additional seat, carrycot or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your child's older age begins to walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each and features an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also has a convenient cup holder for parents and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have small pockets that are not big enough to hold more than a smartphone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, 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 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll have 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 simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to maneuver thanks 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 at the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including those that don't normally fit in other double buggies.