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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children of different age groups. 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+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side models and they're generally best for children that can sit up unassisted since these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have adjustable recline for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands in width to accommodate another seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs on the market. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great if you want to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat, and comes in a variety 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 a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing, and the UPPAbaby also is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a more compact twin stroller and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to maneuver even with a load of kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverwhen your children are the same age or stage, they might still argue over who gets to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights then a tandem style may be best for them, as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more appropriate for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and simple to get in and out of however their baskets are typically smaller than those on single buggies. They also have larger big canopies with windows that peek out, as well as one cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the little ones.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that offers great value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, however, it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is its one-handed fold - although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". The carrycot is not foldable while it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side 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 stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another option. It's initially an individual, but you can add adapters to convert it into a double. This can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some of them also have the option to add buggy boards that could help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible, because it can also 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 on top of each other or positioned to one another and you can also use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select an appropriate one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without showing any wear, indicating they have high price resales.

Single-to-Double

This compact 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 using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all terrain double stroller-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of various ages. It's a great choice for parents who want a chic design as sleek as a single and comes in different fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds down with just one hand, making it very simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very maneuverable even with two toddlers and the 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) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. And there are many options for reclining, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides and, therefore, you can have plenty 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 may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. It's easier to turn around even on the smallest of curving paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The best compact double stroller thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to the changing family requirements. They typically start as single buggies and come with adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in certain cases) the car seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single as your child grows older and begins to walk 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 carry up to 40lbs per child and has an integrated storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother riding on rough terrain were appreciated by testers at home. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have small pockets that are not big enough to hold much more than a cell phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 different configurations, and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers because 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. It is a breeze to move around due to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever method by which it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.