Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around in the lightweight double pushchair especially if you have children with different age groups. They're typically simple to steer, fold and transport up and down the 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 clever frame that can expand in width to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best for children that can sit up on their own, as 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 excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame extends its width to create another seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great for those who want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.
Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. The innovative design allows the conversion of an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.
Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a double or a single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of maneuver, even with a full load of children.
Although they're lightweight double pushchairs side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could still argue over who gets to sit in which spot. If they are at different heights, it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.
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While side-by-side models may be more suitable for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some come with seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. Many also feature more generously big canopies with windows that peek out as well as a cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of little ones.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less luxurious than our other top-rated tandems, but it looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.
Tandem strollers that are lightweight usually make tighter turning than side-byside models. However, they can be difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slow to accelerate and can be heavier to move, which can result in strain on your back.
Another option is a convertible double buggy which starts off as a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot on the front or the kids can be seated side-byside. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep pace with siblings who are younger.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide a flat space for newborns. They can be attached together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible. These buggies for dual-use are made of quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
This light double buggy is designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It's also a good option for twins or children of different ages, and as triple tandem, it can be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who want an elegant design that's just as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabric colours.
We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's really easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's very maneuverable even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.
You can purchase add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And 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.
This kind of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to move between kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these models are generally able to cope with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-bysides which means you can have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn around even on the smallest of curving paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.
Convertible
The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing needs. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can hold up to 40 pounds per child and has a storage basket between the seats. Home users loved its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows 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 accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs of the bags have small pockets which are just big enough to fit phones and keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations, and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This multi-functional tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when 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). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.