Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children with different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the stairs.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a frame that expands in width to accommodate a second car seat or another passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can stand up without assistance, as they lack car seat compatibility. However they do have a few advantages. 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 huge canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger which is great if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or baby carrier.
Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization with a modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for families growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.
If you're looking for a compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a double or single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to move around, even with a full load of children.
Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -If your children are of the same age or stage they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. And if they're different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it will allow them to look at each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models may be more suitable for siblings with similar ages tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easy to move into and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and padding for the leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that provides great value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than 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 described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it without the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.
Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put stress on your back.
A convertible double buggy is a different option. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to make it a double. It could include an additional seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Children can share a seat. Some have the option of adding a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. These can be placed in a row or joined to one another, and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose a compatible one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of various age groups. It's a great choice for parents who want a sleek design as elegant as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.
We loved the way this iCandy model folds up using a single-hand mechanism that's really easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and a carrycot.
You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good lumbar support and headrests. And there are plenty of options for recline in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat having the option to recline.
The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, this can be a challenge. Some are easier to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.
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, but have adapters that allow you 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 or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It also has a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also has a convenient cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs have tiny pockets, which are only big enough to fit a phone and keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes two seats and a carrycot. Its impressive features include a high-profile handlebar for easier steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.
This multi-functional tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Reversible seats mean they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. this link includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.