A Proficient Rant About Double Pushchair

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 age groups. They're typically simple 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+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second car seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand double pram and pushchair are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to allow for a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It can fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great news when you're planning to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double running stroller. It allows for additional flexibility due to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to transform it into a single buggy or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a great option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how simple and sleek it was to use, even when fully loaded with children.

Although they're light double pushchairs side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could still fight about who gets to sit in which position. If they are at different heights, the tandem model could be ideal for them as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best for children of the same age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and simple to access and exit from the baskets, though they tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers great value. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks stunning and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Even though it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models but they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slow to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can put stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy that starts out as a single and then you can add adapters that turn it into a double. They can have an additional seat, a carrycot or both in the front. Or the children can share a seat. Some of them also offer the option of adding a buggy board, which could help an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin buggy from birth-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. They can be swiveled together or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these types of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for a long time without showing much wear, meaning they have high price resales.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for families who love the outdoors and would like to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's a great option for parents who want a chic design as sleek as a single and is available in a variety of colors.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's very simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's maneuverable even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

You can purchase additional items like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.

This type of buggy comes with the biggest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're significantly lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they may struggle to carry loads. Although it's easier to turn the stroller on a small curved path, this can be a problem. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to the changing family needs. Often, they start as single buggies. They have adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or a carrycot (in some instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your child gets older and starts to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 lbs per child and comes with an extra storage basket in between the seats. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and a large accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have tiny pockets that are not big enough to hold more than a phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, a compact double stroller fold that can stand on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing position. Its light weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.