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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A compact double twin pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly when you have children of different age groups. They are generally easy to steer, fold 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 windows that peek out. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to add a second child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great news if you want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. The clever design allows you to transform it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a good option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our test subjects were awed by the ease of maneuver even with a full load of children.

Although they're light double pushchairs side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they may be fighting over who sits in which position. If they are at different heights then a tandem style may be ideal for them as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suited to siblings with similar age group, tandem light double strollers come with their own appeal. They can take a bigger 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 in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger canopy, peekaboo windows and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight Double Stroller tandem that is a great value. Its fabrics feel a little less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires 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 it is simple and fast.

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

Another option is a convertible double buggy which starts off as one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could have a second seat, carrycot, or both in the front. The children can sit together. Some of them also have the option of adding a buggy board, which can help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin stroller side by side-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. They can be swiveled together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible. These dual-use buggies are made of high-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

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins or children of different ages and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's a great option for parents who want a chic design that is as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.

This iCandy model is easy to fold using the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's very mobile even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats, with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat also having an option to recline.

This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being a bit wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these models tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides, so you can still have plenty of storage. It's worth bearing in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to cope with a lot of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, it can be a hassle. Some are easier to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend sit and stand double stroller N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing needs. They are typically single buggies, but come with adapters to add the second seat, a carrycot or (in certain cases) a car seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single one when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with a handy basket in between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain were praised by home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs of the bags have small pockets which are only sufficient to hold phones and a set of keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps that make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to move around due to its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates infant carriers and car seat from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not typically compatible with other double buggies.