Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, especially if you have children with different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a frame that expands in the width to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They offer recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint and are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands widthways to add a second seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs on the market. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great news for those who want to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a range of fun colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. The innovative design allows the conversion of an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 that folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to handle, even when fully loaded with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof, though -- if your children are at the same age or stage, they might still argue over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, a tandem style might be better for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best for children of the same age group, tandem light double strollers have their own appeal. Some can accommodate a larger car seat and others have Reversible seats. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to move into and out of however their baskets are typically smaller than those of single buggies. They often have larger canopy, peekaboo windows and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold - although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded while it's attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models but they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also a little slower to speed up and can be heavier to move, which could result in stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which is initially a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It could have a second seat, carrycot or both in the front. Children can sit together. Some also have the option to add a buggy board, which can aid older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a Hauck Uptown Duo Twin Pram - Melange Black pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for newborns. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to face each other and you can use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who would like to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of various ages. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

This iCandy model is very easy to fold with the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.

You can buy add-ons like 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 recline and recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having the option to recline.

This type of buggy comes with the biggest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally do a good job of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're usually significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these strollers aren't as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, this can be a problem. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to the changing family requirements. They are typically single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your older child starts to walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40 lbs per child, and includes a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs as well as front and back suspensions for smoother riding on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also comes with a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have small pockets that are not big enough to hold much more than a phone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and pushchairsandprams front suspensions to smooth out rough terrain, it folds compactly and can be folded up with straps to make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats in the parent-facing position. It is easy to maneuver due to its surprisingly low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including some that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.