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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 different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also has an expanding frame the width to accommodate a second car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side models and are best suited for kids who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to lack car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint and are great for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles 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 great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for even more customization thanks to the modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a good option for families growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most stylish 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 single or a double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to use even when stuffed with children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -If your children are at the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who rides in which seat. If they're taller than each other, a tandem style might be more suitable for them since it will allow them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be more suitable for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have seats that can be reversible. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are larger and are easier to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows and a cup holder for the parent and padded leg cushions for little ones.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Although it takes some time to master, 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 easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchair sale pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models however they are more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It starts out as a single but you can also add adapters to convert it into double. It could include the option of a second seat, a carrycot, or both in the front. The children can be seated together. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent 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. These can be placed side by side or attached to face each other and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for many years without displaying much wear, indicating they have the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of different ages. It's a great option for parents who want a chic style that's as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.

This iCandy model is very easy to fold with the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and the carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase additional accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with good headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options for reclining the seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat offering a reclining option.

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to navigate through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these strollers aren't as adept at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, this can be a hassle. Some are also more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend sit and stand double stroller N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family needs. They typically start as single buggies and come with adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in some cases) a car 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 buggy for twins stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 pounds per child and comes with an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious 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 appreciated by home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice from our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that can be accessed with both seats facing the parent. Its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to move around. The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever way that it can attach an additional seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.