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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double buggy for twins pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly if you have children of different age groups. 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 peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side models and are generally recommended for children who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to lack car seat integration. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other side-byside pushchairs. It can fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It's also a jogger, which is great news for those who want to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you turn 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 with growing children and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved the sleek and easy it was to handle even when loaded with children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverwhen your children are at the same age or stage they may still fight over who rides in which seat. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double seat stroller pushchairs have their own charms. Some can accommodate a larger car seat and others have reversible seats. Some even come with an additional carrycot or reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of, although their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles however, it still 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". The carrycot is not foldable while it's attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, however they are more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be a little slower to accelerate and may be heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot in front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some also have the option of adding buggy boards that could help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat area for infants. They can be positioned 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 select a compatible one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is designed for outdoor-loving family who would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires as well as 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 handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents looking for an elegant design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using a single-handed system. Although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels very maneuverable - even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.

You can buy add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options to recline the seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat having an option to recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides, so you can still get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry a lot. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths however, even this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 double pram pushchair or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to changing family requirements. They are typically single buggies and come with adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers double we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. The home testers loved the spacious canopy with peekaboo windows, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent as well as an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, that are just large enough to hold phones and a set of 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 features include a high-profile handlebar for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has a large basket for shopping that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from multiple brands, including those that aren't typically fit into other double buggies.