Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially for families with children of various ages. 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, UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also comes with an expanding frame width to accommodate an additional car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we've test are side-byside models and they're generally best for children who can sit up on their own, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs on the market. It is able to pass through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It is also a jogger which is great for those who plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It provides additional flexibility due to a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to transform it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to carry, even when fully loaded with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -when your children are at the same age or stage they might be fighting over who rides in which seat. If they are at different heights, the tandem model could be best for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight offer their own perks. Some can fit a larger car seat and others have reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to access and exit from, although their baskets tend to be smaller than those of single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight 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. One of the most impressive aspects about it is the one-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem strollers that are lightweight generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They are also a little slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can cause stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another option. It starts out as an individual, but you can add adapters to make it double stroller. It can have a second seat or carrycot in the front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some also have the option of adding a buggy board, which can help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible, as it can also convert into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for infants. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to one another, and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select an appropriate one). As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for many years without showing any wear, which means they have a an excellent potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy with car seat buggy can be converted into a jogger with the help of a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins or children of different ages, and as a triple tandem, it is able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds up using a single-hand mechanism that's very simple to master. And although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels very maneuverable - even with 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 newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it is generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally good at coping with pavements. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides, so you can still get a lot of storage. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as adept at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 double travel buggy and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

Convertible double jogging stroller pushchairs are fantastic because they can be adapted to the changing needs of a family. They are typically single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.

One of the Lightest double stroller double buggy converts to single strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. Home users loved its spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy parent cup holder and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have pockets that aren't big enough to hold much more than a smartphone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice 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 maneuver due to its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including some that don't normally fit in other double buggies.