Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A compact double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly for families with children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down steps.
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 frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate a second car seat or a second passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of lightweight double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best for kids who can sit up on their own since these models tend to lack car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have adjustable recline for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints, and are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands in width to add an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can be pushed through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger which is great if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It provides 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 take twins). It is a practical option for growing families. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most fashionable and most stylish available.
Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our test subjects were awed by the ease of move around even with a load of children.
Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are at the same age or stage they might still argue over who rides in which seat. If they're at different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it allows them to face each other.
Tandem
While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings who are the same age tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others have Reversible seats. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are larger and easy to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. Many have larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padded leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a an excellent value. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.
Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models, but they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slightly slower to accelerate and are heavier to move, which can result in strain 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. They can have the option of a second seat, a carrycot, or both in the front. The children can sit together. Some of them also have the option of incorporating buggy boards, which can aid an older child keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for newborns. They can be placed in a row or joined to face each other and you can use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they have the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
This light double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It's also a good option for twins or children from different ages and, as a triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a stylish design as elegant as a single. It is available in a variety of colors.
This iCandy model is easy to fold with a single-handed system. And although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a 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) which are great for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat also having the option of recline.
The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to maneuver through doorways, and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're lighter than 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 can be difficult to carry a lot. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, this can still 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
The great thing about convertible double pushchair s is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing needs. They are typically single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your child grows older and begins to walk or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has an integrated storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs have small pockets, which are just sufficient to hold a phone and a set of keys.
This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that can stand on its own with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you will need 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 can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Its reversible seats mean that they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.