Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of varying ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that can be expanded to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of light double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and they're generally best for kids who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer recline adjustments for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add a second seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. It is able to fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger, which is ideal if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.
Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. The innovative design allows you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and most stylish available.
Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight 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 loved the sleek and easy it was to handle even when loaded with kids.
Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't foolproof, though -If your children are of the same age or stage they might still argue over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights then it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it lets them face each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best for children with similar age group, tandem light double strollers have their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to move into and out of, although their baskets are typically smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padding for the leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that is a excellent value. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is the one-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.
Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models however they are more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.
Another alternative is a convertible double buggy,
love it,, that starts out as a single and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot in the front or children can be seated side-byside. Some of them also have the option of incorporating a buggy board, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible, as it can also convert into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible. Since they are made of high-quality materials, these buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for many years without showing any wear, indicating they have the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that, is perfect for twins or children of various ages. It's a great option for parents who want a stylish design as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.
This iCandy model is very easy to fold with the use of a single hand. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina stated that it is very maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.
You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for reclined seats, with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat also having the option of recline.
This kind of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a large amount. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, it can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2
double single pushchair or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of a family. Often, they start as single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your child reaches the age of walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard.
One of the lightest double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats for storage. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent as well as an enormous easy-to-access basket. The backs have small pockets, that are just big enough to fit the phone and a set of keys.
This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride.
