Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of different age groups. They're generally easy to fold, steer, and transport up and down the stairs.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and windows that peek out. It also comes with an expanding frame size to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.
The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands in width to accommodate another seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it can fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great when you are planning to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.
Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. Its clever design lets the conversion of an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families that are growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most fashionable and most stylish available.
Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to carry, even when fully loaded with children.
Although they're light, double pushchairs that are side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might still fight about who gets to sit in which position. If they are at different heights, then it is possible that a tandem design is best for them, as it allows them to face each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are better suited for siblings who are the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight have their own charms. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while some have Reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the children.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that is a excellent value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, but it looks and feels great and is user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". The carrycot is not foldable when it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.
Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more challenging to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slightly slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can put stress on your back.
Another option is a convertible double buggy, that starts out as a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can also have the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Or the children can share a seat. Some of them also have the option of incorporating buggy boards that could help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a 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 baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger thanks an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's a great option for parents who want a chic style that's as sleek as a single and is available in a variety of colors.
This iCandy model is easy to fold with the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.
You can buy add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline and recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering a recline option.
This kind of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being a bit wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally good at coping with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides, so you can still have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, this can still 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 benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing needs. They often start out as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add a second seat, a carrycot or (in certain cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
tandem double stroller of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and a front and back suspensions for smoother riding on rough terrain were appreciated by testers at home. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as a large accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that can be folded up with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.
This multi-functional tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats in the parent-facing position. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Its reversible seats mean that you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever method by which it attaches an additional seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including some which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.