Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of varying age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we test are side-byside models and are generally recommended for kids who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to lack car seat integration. However there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the 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 move despite their bigger footprint and are great for parents who worry about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands in width to allow for another child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. This means it fits through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great news for those who want to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat, and comes in a variety of exciting colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. Its clever design lets the conversion of a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, sexiest and most stylish available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers loved the sleek and easy it was to handle even when loaded with children.

Side-by-side lightweight double stroller with car seat pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverwhen your children are the same age or stage they might still argue over who rides in which seat. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be best double buggy for them, as it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more suitable for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and simple to get in and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than those of single buggies. Many also feature more generously big canopies with windows that peek out and a parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, however they are more difficult to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They may also be slightly slower to speed up and may be heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, which is initially an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can also include a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some of them also have the option to add a buggy board, which can aid older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. They can be swiveled together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, when it's compatible. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these types of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for many years without showing much wear, which means they have a high resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins or children from different ages and, as triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a stylish design that is as elegant as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it really easy to master. And although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina stated that it is 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 great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. And there are plenty of options for recline in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're usually much lighter than some of the side-bysides means that you still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in certain instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single when your older child starts to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can carry up to 40 pounds per child, and includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as a large, easily accessible basket. However, they pointed out that the seats' backs have pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain, a compact double buggy fold that can stand on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to move around due to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.