The Worst Advice We ve Ever Been Given About Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children with different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer, and carry up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also has an expanding frame the width to accommodate the second car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best twin stroller for children who can sit without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 double seat stroller and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an recline adjustments for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint, and are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is ideal for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It provides an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It has a smart design that allows you to convert it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a good option for families growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the Lightest double stroller, sexiest and most stylish available.

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

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who gets to sit in which spot. If they're at different heights then it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more suitable for siblings with similar ages tandem pushchairs that are lightweight are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than the ones on single buggies. They often have larger big canopies with windows that peek out as well as a cup holder for parents and padded leg cushions for children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, but they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slow to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It is initially an individual but you can also add adapters to convert it into a double. These can include a second seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin stroller side by side pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat area for infants. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible with the. These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-double running buggy

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger thanks a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of different ages. It's also a good choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of fabrics.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's mobile even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.

This type of buggy comes with the biggest disadvantage of being a bit wider than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these strollers are generally good at coping with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides, so you can still have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a lot. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths however, even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to the changing family needs. They often start out as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add a second seat, 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 wants to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each. It also has a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent, and an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have tiny pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that stands up on its own with straps for easy transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats in the parent-facing position. It is easy to maneuver due to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Reversible seats mean you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever way it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.