Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children with different age groups. They are 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 windows that peek out. It also comes with a smart frame that can expand in width to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit without assistance, since they tend to lack car seat compatibility. That said there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints and are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.
The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add another seat, making it slimmer than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side on the market. This means it can fit through doors that are standard 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 a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It provides even more customization thanks to the modular frame. Its clever design lets 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 good option for families that are growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.
If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to carry, even when fully loaded with children.
Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -- if your children are of the same age or at the same stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. And if they're at different heights, a tandem model could be more suitable 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 appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have Reversible seats. Others even have an additional carrycot or reversible seat in the middle. They are more spacious and easy to get into and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger big canopies with windows that peek out as well as a cup holder for parents and padded leg cushions for young children.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that offers an excellent value. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, however, it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.
pushchair twin will generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slightly slower to speed up and are heavier to move, which could cause stress on your back.
Another option is a convertible double buggy that starts out as an individual and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. It can also include a second seat, carrycot or both in front. Or the children can share a seat. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with a younger brother or sister.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. The cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible with the. As they're made with quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without displaying much wear, which means they have a high potential for resale.
Single-to-Double
Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks to an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of different age groups. It's a great choice for parents who want a sleek style that's as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.
This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using a one-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and carrying a carrycot.
The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are many 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 comes with the greatest disadvantage of being a bit wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally able to cope with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides and, therefore, you can have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry loads. It's a bit easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. 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 the changing family requirements. They are typically single buggies and have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 lbs per child, and includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother riding on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an enormous easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs of the bags have small pockets that are just sufficient to hold the phone and a set of keys.
This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping; 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 need to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has a large basket for shopping 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 people praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from various brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.