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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, especially if you have kids of different age groups. They're typically simple to fold, steer, and transport up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy, and windows that peek out. It also has a frame that expands in width to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side models and are best suited for children that can stand up without assistance because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. 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 wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents who worry about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands widthways to add a second seat, which makes it lighter than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side on the market. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature when you're planning to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a variety 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 a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and most stylish available.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a small 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 loved the sleek and easy it was to handle, even when fully loaded with children.

Side-by-side lightweight double tandem pushchair pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -when your children are the same age or at the same stage, they may still fight over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights, a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double travel stroller pushchairs have their own charms. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others come with seats that can be reversible. Others even have an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They are more spacious and are easier to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of 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. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also a little slower to accelerate and may be heavier to move, which could cause stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different alternative. It is initially a single, but you can add adapters to make it a double. They can have an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in the front. Children can sit together. Some have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin stroller-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. They can be placed side by side or attached to face each other, and you can use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose a compatible one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger thanks an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of various ages. It's also a great choice for parents looking for an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is easy to fold with a one-handed system. It's also heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina stated that it feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.

You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are a variety of options for recline and recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having a recline option.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to get through doorways and can be tricky to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry loads. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, this can be a hassle. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double travel buggy pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family's changing needs. They often start out as single buggies and include adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single buggie when your child gets older and starts to walk more or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can hold 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 chairs as well as front and back suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain were well-loved by testers at home. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent as well as a large easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are just big enough to fit the phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, it folds compactly and can stand on its own with straps that make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Reversible seats mean you can flip them to face either way, and the clever way it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also loved that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from various brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.