(Image: https://cdn.freshstore.cloud/offer/images/7007/86/my-babiie-mb30-pushchair-from-birth-to-4-years-22kg-easy-compact-fold-large-shopping-basket-adjustable-handle-stroller-includes-cup-holder-rain-cover-billie-faiers-pink-stripes-86.jpg)Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A light double pushchair is easy to move around, especially when you have children of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down stairs.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also has a clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second car seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of light double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best for children that can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. The thule double stroller Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline adjustments for both seats, a big canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to move around despite their bigger footprint. They are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands in width to accommodate an additional seat, making it smaller than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side available. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It can also be used as an jogger which is perfect if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.
Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. The innovative design allows you to convert it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers available.
If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to carry even when stuffed with kids.
Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might still argue over who sits in which position. If they are at different heights then a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.
Tandem
While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some come with seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to get in and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger canopy with windows that peek out and padded leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it “genius”. The carrycot is not foldable while it's attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.
Tandem lightweight double strollers will usually make tighter turning than side-byside models. However, they could be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is an additional alternative. It's initially a single, but you can add adapters to convert it into a double. This can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in the front or children can be seated side-byside. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep pace with a younger brother or sister.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin pushchairs-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible with the. As they're made with quality materials, these buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for a long time without showing much wear, meaning they have an excellent price resales.
Single-to-Double
For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight cheap double buggy buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres, 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's able to take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish style that's as sleek as a single and comes in various colors of fabric.
This iCandy model is very easy to fold with a one-handed system. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina stated that it feels very maneuverable - even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.
The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can purchase additional accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclining the seats and the front seat is adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering a reclining option.
The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to navigate through doorways and is difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-bysides means that you still have a decent amount 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 easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths however, even this can be difficult. 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 example.
Convertible
Convertible double push chair pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of a family. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single one when your older child starts to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 lbs per child and has an extra storage basket in between the seats. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out 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 a large easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, which are just large enough to hold a phone and keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and it folds compactly and can be folded up with straps that make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.
(Image: https://cdn.freshstore.cloud/offer/images/7007/891/kinderkraft-pram-3-in-1-set-moov-travel-system-baby-pushchair-buggy-foldable-with-infant-car-seat-accessories-rain-cover-footmuff-for-newborn-from-birth-to-3-years-black-891.jpg)This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. Its lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move around. The seats are reversible, which means that they can be switched to face either way, and the clever way that it can attach an additional seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.
