Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially for families with children of various age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also comes with an expanding frame the width to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side designs and they're generally best double strollers for kids who can sit up unassisted because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. However, the 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 huge canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are perfect for parents who fret about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate a second seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. It is able to pass through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It is also a jogger which is great when you are planning to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization with a modular frame. It has a smart 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 take twins). It is a practical option for growing families. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, sexiest and most stylish available.

If you're looking for a more compact lightweight double stroller, try the egg2 which folds to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a double or single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of maneuver even with a full load of kids.

Although they're lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they may still argue over who sits in which position. And 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 for children with similar ages, tandem lightweight Luxury Double stroller strollers come with their own appeal. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of the baskets, though they are typically smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger big canopies with windows that peek out and a cup holder for the parent and padding for the legs of children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers great value. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they can be difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be a little slower to speed up and may be heavier to move, which can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional alternative. It's initially an individual, but you can add adapters to convert it into double. It could include the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Or the children can be seated together. Some have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. They can be attached together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these types of buggies that are dual-use can be used for many years without showing any wear, which means they have a 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 turns into a jogger thanks a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children of different ages and, as triple tandem, it is able to handle 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 incredibly easy to fold with a single-handed system. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, home tester Karolina stated that it feels extremely maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can purchase add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are plenty of options for reclining, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having a recline option.

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these types of strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides and, therefore, you can have plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount 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, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to changing family requirements. They often start out as single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, a carrycot or (in certain cases) a car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your child gets older and starts to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It comes with a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were appreciated by testers at home. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and a large accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs have tiny pockets, which are only big enough to fit phones and a set of keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats facing the parent. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands, including some that don't normally fit in other double buggies.