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 are generally easy to fold, steer, and carry up and down stairs.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat and compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, as 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 adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It is also a jogger, which is ideal if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It allows for even more customization thanks to a modular frame. The clever design allows you to transform it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for families that are growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and fashionable strollers you can find.
Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact 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 the ease of move around, even with a full load of kids.
Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are at the same age or stage, they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, then a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it allows them to face each other.
Tandem
While side-byside models are more suited to siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double stroller s come with their own appeal. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to access and exit from, although their baskets are typically smaller than those of single buggies. Many feature larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padded leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that offers great value. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". The carrycot is not foldable when it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.
Tandem strollers that are lightweight typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they could be difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slow to accelerate and may be heavier to move, which can result in strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It's initially a single but you can also add adapters to make it double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot in front or children can be seated side-byside. Some of them also have the option of incorporating buggy boards that could help an older child keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized stroller by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be joined or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible with the. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without showing much wear, which means they have a high price resales.
Single-to-Double
Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks to an innovative 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 a triple tandem, it's able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good option for parents who are looking for a stylish design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabrics.
We loved the way that this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that's extremely simple to master. Although it's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still feels very maneuverable - even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.
You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining and recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having the option to recline.
This type of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being wider than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides and, therefore, you can get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a large amount. It's easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchair s are fantastic because they are able to be adapted to the changing requirements of a family. They often start out as single buggies and have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) a car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
One of the lightest double stroller s we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The home testers loved the spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. Its impressive features include an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This versatile tandem is a popular choice from our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing towards the parent. It is simple to maneuver due to its low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from various brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.