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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially when you have children of different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy, and windows that peek out. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we test are side-byside models and are best suited for children that can sit up on their own since these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They come with an recline adjustments for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents who worry about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands in width to allow for another child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it can fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature for those who want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a variety of fun colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you transform it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby is among the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a double buggy with car seat 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 children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof however -- if your children are at the same age or stage they may still fight over who rides in which seat. And if they're different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others come with Reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to get in and out of however their baskets are typically smaller than the ones on single buggies. They often have larger canopy as well as peekaboo windows, and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that is a an excellent value. Its fabrics feel a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most striking things about it is the one-handed fold. While it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They usually make tighter turning than side-by-side models. However, they can be difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slightly slower to accelerate and can be heavier to move, which could put stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It can also have a second seat, carrycot, or both in the front. Children can be seated together. Some also have the option of incorporating buggy boards that can aid an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great 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. They can be placed on top of each other or positioned to each other's faces, and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose a compatible one). Because they're made from high-quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing much wear, indicating they have an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double tandem pushchair buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks to an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins or children from different ages and as triple tandem, it's able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents 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 down with a one-handed mechanism that's really simple to master. Although it's heavier than other pushchairs that are single-to-double in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for infants. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good lumbar support and headrests. There are numerous options to recline the seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these models tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides and, therefore, you can get a lot of storage. It's worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, this can be a hassle. Some are easier to turn than other models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to the changing family needs. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single one when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double stroller double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and a front and back suspensions for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by testers at home. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and a large easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have small pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a phone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side by side double stroller-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that stands up on its own with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll have to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing the parent. It is simple to maneuver due to its low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way that it can attach an additional seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including those which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.