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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly for families with children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over steps.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also comes with a smart frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second car seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that extends its width to create another seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It is able to pass through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is a great feature for those who want to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat, and comes in a variety of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It provides additional flexibility due to the modular frame. The clever design allows the conversion of an individual or double 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 one of the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or double Seat stroller with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to carry even when stuffed with children.

Although they're lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might still fight about who gets to sit in which spot. If they are at different heights, then a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better for children of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own charms. Some can accommodate a larger car seat and others have Reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to get in and out of, although their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger big canopies with windows that peek out, as well as one cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that is a excellent value. The fabrics are a little less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its one-handed fold. Although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It can't be folded without the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem double buggy side by side pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, but they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slightly slower to speed up and can be heavier to move, which could result in stress on your back.

A convertible double car seat stroller buggy is a different alternative. It is initially a single however, you can add adapters to convert it into double. It can also have a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can share a seat. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep up with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. They can be placed on top of each other or positioned to each other's faces, and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included 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 many years without showing any wear. This means they come with a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a good option for twins or children from different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it's able to handle rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a chic design as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that's extremely simple to master. It's also heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally are capable of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry a lot. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths however, even this can be a challenge. 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 thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to changing family requirements. They are typically single buggies, but include adapters to add an additional seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40 lbs per child and has a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent, and an ample, easily accessible basket. However, they noticed that the seats' backs have tiny pockets that aren't large enough to hold more than a cell phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice from our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing towards the parent. Its lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either direction, and the clever way that it attaches an additional seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.