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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with the lightweight double pushchair particularly if you have children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the steps.

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 take a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend sit and stand double stroller 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline adjustments for both seats, a big canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to allow for another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. This means it fits 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 plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers additional flexibility due to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to convert it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a double stroller sale or single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to move around even with a full load of kids.

Although they're light double pushchairs that sit side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might be fighting over who gets to sit in which seat. If they are at different heights, the tandem model could be ideal for them as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better for children with similar age group, tandem light double strollers come with their own appeal. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while others have Reversible seats. Others have an additional carrycot or reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easy to get in and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than those of single buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is its one-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". The carrycot can't be folded when it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will usually make tighter turning than side-by-side models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another option. It's initially one however, you can add adapters to make it double. They can have a second seat, carrycot, or both in the front. Children can be seated together. Some can also consider adding a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat area for infants. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to face each other, Double push chair and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). These buggies for dual-use are made of high-quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy was designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger using a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children of different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish style that's as elegant as a single. It is available in a variety of colors.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it extremely simple to master. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

You can buy add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And there are many options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be tricky to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these strollers aren't as adept at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to cope with a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, it can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double push chair.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They are typically single buggies, but come with adapters to add a second seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single when your older child begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has an integrated storage basket between the seats. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to access basket. The backs of the bags have small pockets which are just sufficient to hold phones and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll need to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the most popular of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either way, and the clever way it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also loved that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.