Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, especially if you have kids of varying ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and massive UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in width to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we test are side-byside models and they're generally best for children that can sit up unassisted since these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add another seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. This means it fits through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature for those who want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you convert it into a single stroller or a double by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also is among the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of move around, even with a full load of children.

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might be fighting over who sits in which position. If they're at different heights, a tandem style may be best for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings of the same age group, tandem light double strollers have distinct appeals. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are larger, and easier to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger canopy, peekaboo windows and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its one-handed fold. Although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.

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

Another option is a convertible double buggy which is initially an individual and then you add adapters to turn it into a double stroller with infant car seat. They can include the option of a second seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some also have the option of adding buggy boards, which could help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pushchairs pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. They can be joined or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible with the. As they're made with quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing much wear, indicating they have an excellent price resales.

Single-to-double pram and pushchair

This compact double buggy is made for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It's also a great option for twins or children from different age groups, and as triple tandem, it can take on rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents who are looking for a stylish design that's as sleek as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's mobile even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclining in the front, with the seat being able to be adjusted to different positions and the rear seat having the option to recline.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to navigate through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to perform well in coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry a large amount. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, it can be a problem. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 cheap double stroller and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand double pram and pushchair, for instance.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing needs. They are typically single buggies, but come with adapters to add an additional seat, carrycot or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your child reaches the age of walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

One of the Lightest double stroller double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent, and an enormous, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are just big enough to fit phones and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a top choice by our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing the parent. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.