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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair (Bravejournal website), particularly if you have children of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also has a frame that expands in width to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both top choices that have recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a large canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It is also an jogger which is perfect if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you transform it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.

If you're looking for a compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size 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 fully loaded with kids.

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 be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it will allow them to look at each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more appropriate for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some come with reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are larger, and easier to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. They also have larger big canopies with windows that peek out, as well as one cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of little ones.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its single-handed fold. Although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It can't be folded without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, however they are more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It's initially one, but you can add adapters to make it a double. It can have the option of a second seat or carrycot on the front or children can sit side-by-side. Some of them also have the option of adding a buggy board, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin pushchairs-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. They can be attached together or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible. These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a 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, as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children of different age groups, and as triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who want a stylish design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's very simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchair from birth pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for recline and recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it tends to be 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. The suspension and wheels of these strollers are generally good at coping with paved surfaces. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage. It's worth bearing in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to changing family requirements. They are typically single buggies and have adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk more or wants to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The home testers loved the spacious canopy with peekaboo windows with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, which are only sufficient to hold the phone and a set of keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive features include a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats facing the parent. It is simple to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Reversible seats mean they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way it attaches an additional 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, including some which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.