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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of varying ages. They're typically simple to fold, steer and transport up and down 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 has an expanding frame width to accommodate a second car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best travel double stroller for children who can stand up without assistance, as they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer recline adjustments for both seats, a big canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint and are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to add another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other side-byside pushchairs. It is able to pass through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature if you want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat, and comes in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to transform it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It is a practical option for families that are growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to handle even when loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double to single buggy pushchairs aren't foolproof however -If your children are the same age or at the same stage, they might be fighting over who is allowed 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 each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are better suited for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located in the middle. They are more spacious, and easier to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger canopy with windows that peek out and cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that offers excellent value. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off road double buggy it is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slow to speed up and may be heavier to move, which can cause stress on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, which is initially one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. They can include an additional seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Or the children can share a seat. Some have the option of including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin pushchairs-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. The cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, when it's compatible with the. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children from different age groups and as triple tandem, it can handle rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who want an elegant design that's as sleek as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's extremely simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for babies. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good lumbar support and headrests. And there are a variety of options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having the option to recline.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and can be tricky to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry a large amount. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. 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 fantastic because they can be adjusted to the changing requirements of a family. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies and have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest strollers on our list. It can hold up to 40 lbs per child, and includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspensions for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have pockets that aren't big enough to hold more than a smartphone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes 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 that has straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

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 simple to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever method by which it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also admired that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.