Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, particularly if you have children with different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down steps.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side models and are best suited for kids who can sit up on their own, as these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other side-byside pushchairs. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is a great feature when you're planning to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers even more customization thanks to a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families that are growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, sexiest and most stylish available.

If you prefer a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of move even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverwhen your children are the same age or stage they may still fight over who rides in which seat. And if they're different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them, as it allows them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more suitable for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are more spacious and easy to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. They also have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows and a cup holder for parents and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its single to double pushchair-handed fold. Although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-byside models, however they are more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It's initially one but you can also add adapters to make it a double. It could have the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in front. Or the children can be seated together. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep up with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin strollers for newborns pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat area for infants. They can be joined or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made from high-quality materials and can last for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy was designed for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins or children from different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it can take on rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single, and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

This iCandy model is easy to fold using a one-handed system. And although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels very maneuverable - even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

You can purchase additional items like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are plenty of options for recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat offering a recline option.

This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being wider than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally perform well in handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. It's a little easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths however, even this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The best double stroller thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single as your child gets older and starts to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double buggy converts to single stroller is one of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40 lbs per child, and includes an integrated storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspensions for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have tiny pockets that aren't large enough to hold more than a phone and keys.

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

This multi-functional tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing position. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.