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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair is easy to move around, especially for families with children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over 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 an expanding frame the width to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight twin stroller double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. However there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also easy to move around despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to allow for a second child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can be pushed through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of maneuver even with a load of kids.

Although they're light double pushchairs that sit side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who gets to sit in which position. If they're at different heights, a tandem style might be more suitable for them since it allows them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more suitable for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some even have convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to get in and out of the baskets, though they tend to be smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". The carrycot is not foldable when it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models however, they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It starts out as an individual, but you can add adapters to convert it into double. It could include an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can sit together. Some of them also offer the option of adding buggy boards, which can help an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for newborns. These can be placed side by side or attached to face each other and you can also use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). These dual-use buggies are made of quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as All Terrain Double Buggy-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different ages. It's also a great choice for parents who want a stylish design that's as sleek as a single, and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that's really easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to double push chair pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclining in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side and makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally perform well in handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're generally lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this can be a hassle. Some are easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 double buggy for twins or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double push chair pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing needs. They typically start as single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to add an additional seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single as your child gets older and starts 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 pounds per child and has a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother riding on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an ample, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have tiny pockets that aren't large enough to hold much more than a cell phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase a separate 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 in the parent-facing position. It is simple to maneuver due to its light weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that they can be switched to face either way, and the clever way it connects an additional 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.