Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly for families with children of various 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, large UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a frame that expands in width to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side models and they're generally best for children that can sit up unassisted, as these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame extends its width to create a second seat, which makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. This means it fits through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature when you're planning to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's available in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side Cosatto Supa Dupa Double Stroller: Lightweight And Compact that is lightweight. It allows for additional flexibility due to a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a single 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, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

If you're looking for a compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a double or single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to move around even with a full load of children.

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might still argue over who gets to sit in which seat. If they're at different heights, then the tandem model could be best for them, as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more appropriate for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to access and exit from the baskets, though they are typically smaller than the ones on single buggies. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for parents and padded leg cushions for little ones.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles however, it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be a little slower to speed up and are heavier to move, which could cause stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to make it double. It can also have a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some of them also have the option of adding buggy boards that can help older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, as it can also convert into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for infants. They can be attached together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, when it's compatible. These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks to an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children from different ages and, as triple tandem, it is able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who want a stylish design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabrics.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds down with a one-handed mechanism that's very simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers inside and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with good lumbar support and headrests. There are a variety of options for reclining the seats, with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat offering the option of recline.

This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being larger than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers 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 in supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they can be difficult to carry a large amount. It's easier to turn around on the smallest curves of paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing needs. They are typically single buggies and have adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats to store things. The home testers loved the spacious canopy with peekaboo windows multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are just big enough to fit a phone and a set of keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and can stand on its own with straps for easy transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions 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 the top choice 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 in the parent-facing positions. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. The seats are reversible, which means that you can switch them around to face either way, and the clever way it attaches an additional seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including some that aren't typically fit into other double buggies.