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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps.

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 has a clever frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second car seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great news when you're planning to use it with an infant carrier or car seat, and comes in a variety of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. Its clever design lets the conversion of a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families that are growing, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to handle even when stuffed with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -- if your children are of the same age or at the same stage, they might be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights then it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-byside models might be more suitable for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot that is located in the middle. They are bigger and are easier to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the little ones.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than those of 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. Although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, but 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 stroller with bassinet buggy is a different alternative. It starts out as an individual but you can also add adapters to make it double. These can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some also have the option of incorporating a buggy board, which could help an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin pushchair from birth-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. The cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. They can be swiveled together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible. These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials that can be used for many years 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 light double twin buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all terrain double stroller-wheel suspension. It is also a good choice for twins, or children from different ages, and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek design as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds down with just one hand, making it extremely easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and the carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for infants. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. And there are plenty of options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering a recline option.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be tricky to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, it can be a problem. Some are easier to turn than others models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of a family. They often start out as single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to add a second seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your older child starts to walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40 lbs per child and has a storage basket between the seats. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are only large enough to hold phones and a set of keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a handlebar with a high-profile design 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 downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with 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 light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including some that aren't typically fit into other double buggies.