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It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children with different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the 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 comes with an expanding frame width to accommodate a second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are best compact double stroller for children who can stand up without assistance, since they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate an additional seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to move around on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger, which is ideal when you are planning to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers even more customization thanks to a modular frame. The clever design allows you to transform it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby is one of the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers available.

If you prefer a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to carry even when loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverIf your children are 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 it is possible that a tandem design is best for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. Some can fit a larger car seat and others come with reversible seats. Some even come with an additional carrycot or convertible seat in the middle. They are bigger, and easier to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on single buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight 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 very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some time to master, 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 pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, however they are more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can also have a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can be seated together. Some also have the option of incorporating buggy boards, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for newborns. They can be positioned in a row or joined to face each other and you can also use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made from high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy is designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It's also a good option for twins or children of different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it can handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it extremely simple to master. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options for reclining the seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering an option to recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're usually significantly lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a large amount. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, it can be a challenge. Some are easier to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 double buggy that converts to single or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing needs of families. They often start out as single buggies and include adapters to add a second seat, carrycot or (in some cases) a car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your older child starts to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each. It comes with a convenient basket that can be placed 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 appreciated by testers at home. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to access basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are only large enough to hold the phone and a set of keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top choice from our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing the parent. It is a breeze to maneuver due to its surprisingly low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either way, and the clever method by which it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.