The Comprehensive Guide To Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double seat stroller pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially for families with children of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and windows that peek out. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we test are side-byside models and are best suited for children that can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. The thule double stroller Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an recline adjustments for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to move around despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who fret about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to allow for a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it fits through doors that are standard and is easy to move around on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great for those who plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.

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

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

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -when your children are of the same age or at the same stage, they might be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it allows them to face each other.

tandem double buggy

While side-byside models are better suited to siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to move into and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than the ones on single buggies. They often have larger canopy, peekaboo windows and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they could be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could include the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Or the children can be seated together. Some of them also have the option of incorporating buggy boards, which could help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to face each other, and you can use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose a compatible one). Because they're made from high-quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing much wear, which means they have a high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want ready to grow double stroller upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger thanks a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that, is perfect for twins or children of various ages. It's a great option for parents who want a chic design that is as simple as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down with a one-handed mechanism that's really easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double stroller pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat offering a reclining option.

This kind of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being larger than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a large amount. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, it can be a problem. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of families. Often, they start as single buggies. They have adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as 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 a large, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs have tiny pockets, that are just big enough to fit the phone and a set of keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and can stand on its own with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move around. The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either way, and the clever method by which it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including those that don't normally fit into other double buggies.