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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A compact double pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially when you have children of different age groups. They are generally easy to steer, fold and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also comes with a smart frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have 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 footprints, and are ideal for parents worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to allow for an additional child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. This means it fits through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great if you want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight double stroller side-by-side double. It allows for additional flexibility due to a modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you transform it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you're looking for a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a double running stroller or a single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of move around even with a load of children.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are at the same age or stage, they might still argue over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, then the tandem model could be best for them, as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best for children with similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with distinct appeals. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while some have reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are bigger, and easier to get into and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most impressive things about it is its single-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is easy and quick.

Tandem strollers that are lightweight typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-by-side models. However, they may be harder to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another option. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to convert it into double. They can include the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in front. Children can sit together. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be joined or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible. As they're made with quality materials, these types of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for a long time without showing any wear, meaning they have an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children of different ages and, as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of fabrics.

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

You can purchase add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclining the seats, with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having an option to recline.

This type of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being a bit wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally do a good job of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-bysides means that you still have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a large amount. It's easier to turn around on the smallest of curved 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 the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchair with car seat pushchairs are great because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of a family. They are typically single buggies, and include adapters to add the second hand double buggy seat, a carrycot, or (in certain cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child reaches the age of walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double pram buggy strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each. It also has a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats to store things. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and a front and back suspensions for smoother riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs have tiny pockets, that are just big enough to fit the 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. It features 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 ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a popular choice by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats facing towards the parent. Its lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.