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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in the lightweight double pushchair particularly if you have children of varying ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport 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 windows that peek out. It also features a smart frame that expands widthways to take a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and are generally recommended for children that can stand up without assistance, as these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer recline adjustments for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands to allow for another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can be pushed through standard doorways 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 in conjunction with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single buggy or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double buggy converts to single, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to use even when stuffed with kids.

Although they're light double pushchairs that sit side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might be fighting over who sits in which seat. If they're different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them, as it allows them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings with similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have seats that can be reversible. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are bigger, and easier to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. Many also feature more generously large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of little ones.

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 user-friendly. One of the most impressive aspects about it is the one-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". The carrycot can't be folded while it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, but they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It starts out as one, but you can add adapters to convert it into double. It can also have the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Children can be seated together. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be positioned side by side or attached to one another and you can also use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose a compatible one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without displaying much wear, which means they have a high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that, is perfect for twins or children of different age groups. It's also a great choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using a single-handed system. It's also heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

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

This kind of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these types of strollers are generally good at coping with paved surfaces. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides, so you can still have plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, this can be a problem. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to the changing family needs. Often, they start as single buggies and come with adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single one when your child's older age begins to walk or wants to ride buggyboards.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. 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 pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a cell phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive features include a high-profile handlebar for easier 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 swing lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that can be accessed with both seats in the parent-facing position. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Its reversible seats mean that they can be switched to face either direction, and the clever way it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including some that don't normally fit in other double buggies.