Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It’s easy to move around in a light double pushchair, especially if you have children with different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we’ve test are side-byside models and they’re generally best for children who can stand up without assistance because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. However there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 double buggy converts to single and the Baby Trend Sit ‘N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They’re also easy to move despite their bigger footprint and are great for parents who worry about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that extends its width to create an additional seat, which makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. It can be pushed through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it with an infant carrier or car seat, and comes in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It provides an even greater degree of customization due to the modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (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 around.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to handle even when loaded with children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren’t foolproof however -when your children are of the same age or stage they might still argue over who gets to ride in which seat. If they’re taller than each other, a tandem model could be better for them, as it will allow them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others come with Reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to access and exit from, although their baskets tend to be smaller than those of single buggies. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are a little less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it “genius”. It can’t be folded with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models, however they are more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slightly slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy that starts out as one-person, but you can add adapters that turn it into a double. They can have a second seat, carrycot or both in front. Or the children can sit together. Some have the option of adding a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open 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 with the. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children of different ages and, as triple tandem, it’s able to take on rough terrain. It’s a great option for parents who want a stylish design as elegant as a single. It is available in a variety of colors.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that’s very easy to master. It’s also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable – even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are a variety of options to recline the seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having the option of recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to are capable of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they’re much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still have plenty of storage space. It’s worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren’t as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren’t able to handle a lot of shopping. Even though it’s easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this can still be a problem. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N’ Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family’s changing needs. They often start out as single buggies, but include adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single buggie when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double seat stroller stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 lbs per child and has a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were appreciated by the home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to access basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are only sufficient to hold a phone and a set of keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also includes 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 twin stroller fold that has straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you’ll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Many users praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not typically compatible with other double buggies.