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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a light double pushchair, particularly if you have children of different age groups. They're typically simple to fold, steer and transport up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also comes with a frame that expands in width to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that extends its width to create another seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great if you want to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. The clever design allows the conversion of a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby makes one of the lightest double stroller and most stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

If you prefer a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 that folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to move around even with a full load of children.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't 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, it is possible that a tandem design is best for them, as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best double stroller for children of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own appeal. Some can fit a larger car seat and others come with seats that can be reversible. Others have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They are generally more spacious and simple to move into and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. Many feature larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks stunning and is easy to use. 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". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

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

Another option is a convertible double buggy that starts out as one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could include a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. The children can sit together. Some have the option of adding a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin strollers for Newborns-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, when it's compatible. As they're made with quality materials, these types of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without displaying much wear, which means they have a an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy is made for outdoor-loving family who would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children from different age groups and as triple tandem, it is able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

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

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with good lumbar support and headrests. There are many options for reclined seats, with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat offering a reclining option.

This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally perform well in handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're usually lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they may struggle to carry loads. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand double buggy for twins, for example.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing requirements. They are typically single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single one when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

One of the lightest double to single buggy strollers we have on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats to store things. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, which are only sufficient to hold a phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to maneuver due to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.