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Which Lightweight double pushchair from birth pushchair twin Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with the lightweight double pushchair particularly if you have children of varying ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children who can sit up unassisted because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.

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

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families that are growing, and the UPPAbaby also is among the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to carry, even when fully loaded with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -If your children are of the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be the best option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be more suitable for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and offer their own perks. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. Many have larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that provides an excellent value. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, but it looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most impressive things about it is its single-handed fold - although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem strollers that are lightweight generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they could be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slightly slower to pick up speed and may be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.

Another alternative 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 have a second seat, carrycot or both in front. The children can share a seat. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin Buggy from birth-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to face each other and you can also use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for many years without showing any wear, meaning they have high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This compact double infant strollers buggy was designed 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 as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of fabrics.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's very maneuverable even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

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) that are perfect for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are plenty of options for recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat having a recline option.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these types of strollers are generally good at coping with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-bysides, so you can still have plenty of storage. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they can be difficult to carry a large amount. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this can still be a problem. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of a family. They are typically single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, carrycot or (in certain instances) a car seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single as your older child begins to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40 lbs per child and comes with an extra storage basket in between the seats. Home users loved its spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an ample, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have small pockets that are not big enough to hold much more than a smartphone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact double stroller fold that can be folded up with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the top choice of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. Its extremely light weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move around. Many have praised the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.