9 Lessons Your Parents Teach You About Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly when you have children of various ages. They are generally easy to steer, fold and transport up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can expand in width to take a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best compact double stroller for children that 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 adjustable recline for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It is also an jogger which is perfect for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into an individual or double pram buggy buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, sexiest and stylish strollers 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 double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to use even when loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double buggy that converts to single pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, howeverIf your children are the same age or stage they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights, a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suitable for siblings of similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own appeal. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They are bigger, and easier to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. Many feature larger canopies with windows that peek out and padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It can't be folded without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They are also slightly slower to speed up and can be heavier to move, which could result in stress on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy that starts out as one-person, but you can add adapters to make it into a double. They can have an additional seat, a carrycot or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some also have the option of adding a buggy board, which can aid an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat area 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 with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy side by side buggy transforms 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 of different age groups, and as triple tandem, it's able to handle rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a chic design that is as simple as a single. It is available in a variety of colors.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using the use of a single hand. Although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for recline and recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.

This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these models tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides, so you can still have plenty of storage. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths however, it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. 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 requirements. They are typically single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to include a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single when your child reaches the age of walk or wants to ride buggyboards.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with a handy basket in between the seats to store things. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small double buggy pockets which are just sufficient to hold the phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that can be folded up with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. Its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Its reversible seats mean that you can flip them to face either direction and the clever way that it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from a variety of brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.