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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children of varying ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also comes with a frame that expands in size to accommodate a second car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit 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 options. They have recline adjustments for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint and are perfect for parents worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame extends its width to create another seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great if you want to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization with a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 that folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by how simple and sleek it was to carry even when loaded with kids.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -when your children are of the same age or stage, they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. And if they're at different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better for children of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with distinct appeals. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some come with reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many have larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as an individual and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can be seated side-byside. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep pace with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat area for infants. They can be joined or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible. As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing much wear, indicating they have high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of various age groups. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek design that is as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.

This iCandy model is easy to fold using a one-handed system. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina stated that it feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are a variety of options to recline the seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat having a reclining option.

The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it is generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to get through doorways and is difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these strollers are generally good at coping with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides which means you can have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can still be a problem. Some are easier to turn than other models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double buggy from birth pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They often start out as single buggies and include adapters to add a second seat, carrycot or (in certain cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when 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 an extra storage basket in between the seats. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspensions for 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 accessible, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs have tiny pockets, which are only big enough to fit the phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. Its surprisingly light weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to move around. Reversible seats mean you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever method by which it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.