Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids with different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer and carry 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 huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also has an expanding frame size to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit up without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. double pram and pushchair are also simple to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about getting through doors.
The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add a second seat, which makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. It is able to pass through standard doors and is easy to maneuver in 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 exciting colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to the modular frame. The clever design allows you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.
If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to handle even when stuffed with kids.
Although they're lightweight double pushchairs side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might still argue over who sits in which seat. If they are at different heights, it is possible that a tandem design is best for them, as it allows them to face eachother.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best suitable for siblings with similar age group, tandem light double strollers come with distinct appeals. Some can accommodate carseats that are larger, and some have seats that can be reversible. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to move into and out of, although their baskets are typically smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the young children.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are a little less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". The carrycot is not foldable when it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.
Tandem strollers that are lightweight generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they may be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It is initially a single, but you can add adapters to make it a double. It can also include the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in front. Children can sit together. Some of them also offer the option of incorporating buggy boards, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. The cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be placed side by side or attached to one another, and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose an appropriate one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for years without showing any wear, indicating they have high resale value.
Single-to-Double
This lightweight double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of different ages. It's also a great choice for parents who want an elegant design that's as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of fabric colours.
double pram and pushchair is very easy to fold with the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.
The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. And there are a variety of options for recline in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat offering a recline option.
The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than the side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to navigate through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these types of strollers are generally good at coping with paved surfaces. They're also lighter than many side-bysides which means you can get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry a lot. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, it can be a hassle. Some are more easy to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.
Convertible
The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They often start out as single buggies, and come with adapters to add a second seat, carrycot or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single buggie when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest strollers on our list. It can hold up to 40 pounds per child and has an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an ample, easily accessible basket. The backs have tiny pockets, which are just big enough to fit phones and keys.
This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.
This multi-functional tandem is a top choice by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats in the parent-facing position. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way that it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.