Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around with the lightweight double pushchair especially if you have kids of different age groups. Get the facts are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down the steps.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also has frames that can be expanded in width to accommodate the second car seat or a second passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of light double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best for kids who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are perfect 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 a second seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It is also a jogger, which is ideal if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or baby carrier.
Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with a modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you convert it into a single buggy or a double by adding 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a great option for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is among the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers available.
If you prefer a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 that folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to use, even when fully loaded with children.
Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -- if your children are the same age or at the same stage, they might still argue over who rides in which seat. If they're at different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them, as it lets them confront each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are better suited for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have reversible seats. Others even have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than those of single buggies. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for parents and padded leg cushions for young children.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that provides excellent value. The fabrics are less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks great and is easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.
Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be 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 an individual but you can also add adapters to convert it into double. It could include the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in front. The children can be seated together. Some of them also have the option of adding buggy boards, which can help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide a flat space for newborns. They can be positioned side by side or attached to face each other and you can also use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose an appropriate one). These buggies for dual-use are made of high-quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
This compact double buggy was designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of various ages. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish design that is as sleek as a single and comes in different fabric colours.
We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's really simple to master. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, home tester Karolina stated that it is very maneuverable, even with 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 great for newborns. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclined seats with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat also having the option of recline.
The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than the side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still find plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a large amount. It's a little easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.
Convertible
The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They typically start as single buggies and include adapters to add an additional seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) a car seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single buggie when your child gets older and starts to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.
One of the lightest double stroller s on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It comes with a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent, and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. They did note that the backs have tiny pockets, which are only big enough to fit phones and keys.
This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.
This versatile tandem is a popular choice by our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats facing towards the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to move around. Its reversible seats mean that you can flip them to face either way, and the clever way that it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including those that don't normally fit into other double buggies.