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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children with different age groups. They're typically simple to fold, steer, and transport 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 peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children that can sit up on their own since these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. That said there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They are also easy to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to allow for a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It is able to fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It is also an jogger which is perfect when you are planning to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization with a modular frame. Its clever design lets the conversion of a double pushchair from birth or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers available.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double or a single by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of move around, even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -- if your children are of 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 ideal for them as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more suitable for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to get in and out of the baskets, though they tend to be smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows and a cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabrics feel a little less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles however, it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". The carrycot can't be folded while it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slightly slower to accelerate and may be heavier to move, which could cause stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which is initially one-person, but you can add adapters to make it into a double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot in the front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some can also consider adding a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat 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 in the event that it is compatible. Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without showing much wear, indicating they have high resale value.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for outdoor-loving family who want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins or children of different age groups and as a triple tandem, it is able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

This iCandy model is easy to fold with the use of a single hand. It's also heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can purchase add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having a recline option.

This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to do a good job of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still find plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they may struggle to carry a lot. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand double buggy with carrycot, for example.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing needs of a family. They are typically single buggies, and include adapters to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) a car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40lbs per child, and includes a storage basket between the seats. Home users loved its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an enormous easy-to-access basket. The backs have tiny pockets, which are only large enough to hold phones and a set of keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. It is easy to move around due to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever method by which it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.