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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly if you have children of different age groups. They're typically simple to fold, steer and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side designs and are best suited for kids who can stand up without assistance since these models tend to lack car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand double travel stroller, are both excellent options. They offer recline adjustments for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are great for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate another seat, making it smaller than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great for those who want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers additional flexibility due to a modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for growing families and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a compact lightweight twin stroller double, try the egg2 which folds down 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 amazed by the ease of move around, even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -If your children are of the same age or stage they might be fighting over who rides in which seat. If they are at different heights, a tandem style may be ideal for them as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suitable for siblings of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with distinct appeals. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are larger and are easier to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on single buggies. They often have larger canopy as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers great value. The fabrics are less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold - although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

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

Another option is a convertible double buggy which starts off as one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could have a second seat, carrycot or both in front. The children can share a seat. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible because it can also be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for newborns. They can be placed on top of each other or positioned to one another, and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose an appropriate one). These dual-use buggies are made of quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various ages. It's also a good option for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single and is available in a range of fabric colours.

This iCandy model is easy to fold with a single-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our 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 buy add-ons for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclined seats with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat also having an option to recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side, which makes it harder to get through doorways and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these models generally do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're usually much lighter than some of the side-bysides means that you still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry a large amount. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this 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 can be adapted to the changing needs of the family. They are typically single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats for storage. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an enormous easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have small pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that can stand on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and has an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that they can be switched to face either way, and the clever way it attaches a 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 seats from a variety of brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other Double Stroller buggies.