Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around in a light double pushchair, especially if you have kids with different age groups. They are generally easy to fold, steer and carry up and down stairs.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we test are side-byside models and they're generally best for children that can stand up without assistance, as these models aren't equipped with car seat integration. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 double buggy travel system and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand double pram buggy are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a huge canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are great for parents worried about fitting through doorways.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands to accommodate another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It is able to fit through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great news if you want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a variety of fun colors.
Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. Its clever design lets the conversion of a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers available.
Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to move, even with a full load of kids.
Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof however -- if your children are the same age or stage they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. And if they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it will allow them to look at each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best compact double stroller for children with similar age, tandem lightweight double infant strollers strollers have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even cushioned leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight double stroller tandem. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.
Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they can be more difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is another alternative. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to make it double. It can also include an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some also have the option to add buggy boards, which can aid an older child keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible because it can also be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible with the. Since they are made of high-quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for years without displaying much wear, indicating they have an excellent potential for resale.
single double stroller-to-Double
For families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks an impressive kit that comes with 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 can be able to handle the rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek design that is as sleek as a single and comes in different fabric colours.
We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's very easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's very mobile even with two toddlers inside and carrying a carrycot.
You can buy add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. And there are a variety of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.
This type of buggy has the main disadvantage of being wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to perform well in handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount of shopping. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths but even this can be difficult. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing needs of a family. They typically start as single buggies, but include adapters to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single when your child's older age begins to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.
One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40lbs each. It also has a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain were appreciated by testers at home. It also has a convenient cup holder for parents and an ample, easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, which are just large enough to hold phones and keys.
This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that stands up on its own with straps that make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This multi-functional tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either way, and the clever way that it attaches an additional seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including those that don't normally fit in other double buggies.