Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A lightweight double pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly when you have children of different ages. They’re typically simple to fold, steer, and carry up and down stairs.
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 has an expanding frame the width to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of the light double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit without assistance, since they tend to lack car seat compatibility. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit ‘N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also easy to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or baby carrier.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It provides an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. The clever design allows you to convert it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.
If you’re looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to use even when stuffed with children.
Even though they are lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are of the same age and stage, they may still argue over who gets to sit in which spot. If they’re at different heights, then it is possible that a tandem design is best for them, as it lets them face each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight offer their own perks. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and simple to move into and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than those of single buggies. They often have larger canopy as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that is a great value. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks fantastic and is simple to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as “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-byside models, however, they can be more challenging to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slow to accelerate and can be heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.
Another option is a convertible double buggy which is initially a single and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. It can have a second seat or carrycot in front or the kids can sit side-by-side. Some may have the option of adding a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep up with siblings who are younger.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. These can be placed in a row or joined to face each other and you can also use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you select the right one). As they’re made with quality materials, these types of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without displaying much wear, which means they have a the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this light double tandem pushchair buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It’s a great choice for parents who want a sleek design as sleek as a single and comes in different fabric colours.
We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that’s extremely simple to master. It’s heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it’s very mobile even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.
You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options for recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having a recline option.
The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it’s generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and is difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these models tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They’re also lighter than many side-bysides, so you can still get a lot of storage. It’s important to remember that strollers of this type aren’t as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren’t able to handle a large amount of shopping. It’s a bit easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N’ Stand Double, for instance.
Convertible
The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to changing family needs. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They include adapters that permit you to add a second child’s chair or carrycot, or (in some instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single one when your older child starts to walk or chooses to ride buggyboards.
One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each. It comes with an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. Home users loved its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent as well as a large accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the seats’ backs have tiny pockets that are not big enough to hold much more than a cell phone and keys.
This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you’ll need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.
This multi-functional tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing position. Its extremely light weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it easy to move. Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever method by which it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from multiple brands. This includes those that aren’t normally compatible with other double buggies.
