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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair (Images.Google.Co.Za) Should You Buy?

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

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

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, as they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand double buggy for twins, are both excellent options. They come with an recline adjustments for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it slimmer than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it fits through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great news if you want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a variety of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for additional flexibility due to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single buggy or a double by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is among the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a double or a single by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of maneuver even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -- if your children are the same age or stage they might still argue over who rides in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem model could be better for them, as it will allow them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have Reversible seats. Some even come with an additional carrycot or reversible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to access and exit from however their baskets are typically smaller than those of single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that offers great value. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its single-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot can't be folded when it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, but they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slow to accelerate and may be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another option. It starts out as one, but you can add adapters to make it a double. It can have an additional seat or carrycot in front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some of them also offer the option to add buggy boards that could help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. The cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be positioned side by side or attached to face each other and you can use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose a compatible one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is suitable 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 just as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's very simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers and the carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller double like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having the option to recline.

This type of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being larger than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally good at coping with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides and, therefore, you can have plenty of storage. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can still be a hassle. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of a family. Often, they start as single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to include a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some instances) the 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 stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has a storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out with 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 parents and a large, easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small pockets that are just large enough to hold a phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that can stand on its own with straps for easy 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 buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem double stroller is a top pick among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing the parent. Its surprisingly light weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many people praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including some which aren't usually fit into other double infant stroller buggies.