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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double buggy travel system pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially if you have children of various age groups. They are generally easy to steer, fold 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 massive UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out. It also has frames that can be expanded in width to accommodate the second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to move around despite their bigger footprint. They are ideal for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to accommodate another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to pass through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It also doubles as an jogger which is perfect for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you prefer a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a double travel stroller or a single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to move, even with a full load of children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -- if your children are at the same age or at the same stage, they might still argue over who rides 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 each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better suited to siblings of the same ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs for twins strollers come with their own charms. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are more spacious and easy to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, however, it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its one-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another alternative. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to convert it into a double. They can include a second seat, carrycot or both in the front. Children can be seated together. Some of them also have the option of incorporating buggy boards, which could help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat area for infants. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy can be converted into a jogger with the help of a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins, or children from different ages, and as a triple tandem, it is able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as elegant as a single and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds up using a single-hand mechanism that's really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pram and pushchair pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat having an option to recline.

This kind of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren't as adept at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, it can be a problem. Some are easier to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to changing family requirements. They often start out as single buggies, but come with adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single buggie when your child reaches the age of walk or chooses to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has an integrated storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspensions for smoother riding on rough terrain were praised by home testers. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an ample easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the seats' backs have pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a cell phone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, a compact fold that can be folded up with straps for easy 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 need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which can be accessed with both seats facing towards the parent. It is a breeze to maneuver due to its light weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that you can flip them to face either way, and the clever way it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also admired that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.