Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair is easy to move around, especially when you have children of different ages. They are easy 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 massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that can expand in width to take a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit up without assistance, as they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend sit n stand double stroller 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame extends its width to create an additional seat, which makes it lighter than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side on the market. It is able to pass through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great news for those who want to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat, and comes in a variety of fun colors.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization through a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a double buggy for twins 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 also makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

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

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are at the same age and stage, they may still argue over who sits in which seat. And if they're taller than each other, a tandem style might be better for them, as it will allow 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 an extra car seat, while others come with seats that can be reversible. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to access and exit from the baskets, though they are typically smaller than those of single double stroller buggies. Many feature larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight twin buggy tandem that is a great value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models but they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another alternative. It starts out as one, but you can add adapters to convert it into a double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot on the front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that helps an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be attached together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of 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 light double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires as well as all terrain double buggy-wheel suspension. It's also a good option for twins or children of different age groups, and as triple tandem, it's able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a chic design that is as elegant as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

This iCandy model is easy to fold with a single-handed system. And although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it is very maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are many options for reclining, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

This type of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being a bit wider than side-byside 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 models tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides, so you can still get a lot of storage. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest curves of 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

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of a family. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your older child starts to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has an integrated storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't large enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and a compact fold that can stand on its own with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to move around due to its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either direction and the clever method by which it can attach an additional seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.