Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A lightweight double pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially when you have children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down the steps.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in width to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they tend to lack car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline adjustments for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who are worried about getting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands in width to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great news if you want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a variety of exciting colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It allows for an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It is a practical option for families growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, sexiest and fashionable strollers you can find.
Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to carry even when loaded with children.
Although extra resources , double pushchairs that are side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who sits in which position. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it allows them to look at each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best suitable for siblings with similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own appeal. Some can accommodate carseats that are larger, and 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 are easier to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. Many have larger canopies with windows that peek out and padding for the leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers excellent value. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.
Tandem strollers that are lightweight typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-by-side models. However, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.
Another alternative is a convertible double buggy that starts out as a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could have an additional seat, a carrycot or both in the front. The children can share a seat. Some can also consider including a buggyboard that assists an older child to keep up with siblings who are younger.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. These can be placed side by side or attached to each other's faces and you can use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials and can last for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.
Single-to-Double
This light 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 by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins or children of different ages, and as a triple tandem, it can take on rough terrain. It's a great option for parents who want a sleek style that's as elegant as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.
We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down with just one hand, making it really simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and a carrycot.
The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for recline in the front, with the seat being able to be adjusted to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.
The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it is generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides which means you can get a lot of storage. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a lot of shopping. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to the changing family needs. They are typically single buggies, but come with adapters to add an additional seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.
One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model is able to hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each and features an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspension for smoother riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent, and an ample accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they pointed out that the seats' backs have pockets that aren't large enough to hold more than a phone and keys.
This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps that make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll need buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also admired the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes some that are not typically compatible with other double buggies.