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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A compact double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly if you have children of various ages. They're typically simple to steer, fold and transport up and down stairs.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to add another child seat. This makes it lighter than other side-byside pushchairs. This means it can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It is also a jogger, which is ideal when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double buggy side by side is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to the modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you convert it into a single buggy or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a good option for growing families. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, sexiest and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you're looking for a compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how simple and sleek it was to use, even when fully loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -If your children are of the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who rides in which seat. If they're at different heights, then it is possible that a tandem design is the best option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit carseats that are larger, and others have Reversible seats. Others have an additional carrycot or reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to get in and out of, although their baskets are typically smaller than those on single buggies. They also have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the little ones.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabrics feel a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles but it looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

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

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially one-person, but you can add adapters to make it into a double buggy with car seat. It could include the option of a second seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can be seated together. Some can also consider adding a buggyboard, which can help 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 with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to one another and you can also use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose a compatible one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these types of buggies that are dual-use can be used for many years without showing much wear, indicating they have high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires and All Terrain Double Stroller-wheel-suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children from different age groups and, as a triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single to double pushchair and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.

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

You can buy add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat having a recline option.

This type of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being larger than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally perform well in coping with 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. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn them around on the smallest double buggy curves of paths, but even this can be difficult. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of families. They are typically single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk more or wants to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child, and includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an ample, easily accessible basket. The backs have small pockets, which are just big enough to fit the phone and a set of keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive features include an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that can be accessed with both seats facing towards the parent. It is easy to move around due to its low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either way, and the clever way that it connects the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including some which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.