Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around in the lightweight double pushchair particularly if you have children of different age groups. They're generally easy to steer, fold 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 windows that peek out. It also has frames that can be expanded in the width to accommodate an additional car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children who can sit up on their own because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They come with an adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands in width to accommodate a second seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great news for those who want to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It provides even more customization thanks to a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to convert it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.
Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a double or a single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were amazed by how easy it was to move even with a load of children.
Even though they are lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might still argue over who gets to sit in which position. If they're taller than each other, a tandem model could be better for them, as it allows them to confront each other.
Tandem
While side-byside models are better suited to siblings of similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are more spacious and easy to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of little ones.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not possible to fold it without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.
Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more challenging to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slow to accelerate and are heavier to move, which can result in strain on your back.
Another alternative is a convertible double buggy , which is initially a single and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot in the front or the kids can sit side-by-side. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep pace with siblings who are younger.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible. Since they are made of high-quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for many years without showing any wear, meaning they have high price resales.
Single-to-Double
This lightweight double buggy is designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using a kit that includes air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins, or children of different age groups and, as triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish design that is as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.
This iCandy model is easy to fold using a one-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.
You can buy add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are plenty of options for recline in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.
The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to manoeuvre 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 many side-by-sides and, therefore, you can have plenty of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a large amount. It's a little easier to turn around even on the smallest of curving paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of the family. They are typically single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your child gets older and starts to walk more or prefers to ride on a buggy board.
One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats to store things. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and a large, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs have small pockets, that are just big enough to fit phones and a set of keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps for easy transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only downside 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 because it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its extremely light weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it easy to move around. Reversible seats mean you can switch them around to face either way, and the clever method by which it connects the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.