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Which Lightweight double car seat stroller Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of different ages. They're typically simple to fold, steer, and carry up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with an expanding frame width to accommodate an additional car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can stand up without assistance, since they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands widthways to add another seat, making it slimmer than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It's also a jogger, which is a great feature when you're planning to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a range of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization with a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to transform it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for families that are growing, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact 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 how easy it was to maneuver even with a load of children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are at the same age or stage they may still fight over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights, then a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get into and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. Many also feature more generously large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a cup holder for parents and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a little less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its single-handed fold - although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot can't be folded while it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models however, they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be a little slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially a single and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. It can have a second seat or carrycot in front or the kids can be seated side-byside. Some of them also offer the option of incorporating a buggy board, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. The cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be attached together or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible with the. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for years without showing much wear, indicating they have an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different ages. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it very easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for babies. Our panel of testers found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side by side double stroller doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these models tend to be able to deal with paved surfaces. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides and, therefore, you can get a lot of storage. It's important to keep in mind that these strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, it can be a hassle. Some are more easy to turn than other models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend sit n stand double stroller N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family needs. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child reaches the age of walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by testers at home. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they noticed that the seats' backs have small pockets that aren't big enough to hold much more than a smartphone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and it folds compactly and can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the top pick 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. Many people praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including some that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.