Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A light double pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly when you have children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport 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 huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also has frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate an additional car seat or a second passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, as they lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can be pushed through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature for those who want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.
double infant stroller -by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. The innovative design allows the conversion of a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most stylish and stylish 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 double or single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to move around even with a full load of kids.
Even though they are lightweight, double pushchairs that are 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 spot. If they're different heights, a tandem model could be better for them, as it lets them confront each other.
Tandem
While side-byside models might be better suited for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some come with seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to move into and out of, although their baskets are typically smaller than those of single buggies. Many feature larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padding for the leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold. Although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not possible to fold it without the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and quick.
Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models, however, they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.
Another option is a convertible double buggy that starts out as one-person, but you can add adapters that turn it into a double. It can also have an additional seat, a carrycot or both in front. Or the children can be seated together. Some of them also offer the option to add a buggy board, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be positioned in a row or joined to each other's faces, and you can use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose a compatible one). These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with an excellent resale value.
Single-to-Double
This lightweight double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who are looking to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger by acquiring a kit that includes air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that, is perfect for twins or children of various age groups. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's as sleek as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.
This iCandy model is very easy to fold with a one-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and the carrycot.
The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for infants. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclined seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having a reclining option.
The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to maneuver around kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot 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 models, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they can be adapted to the changing needs of the family. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile 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.
One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It comes with an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspension for smoother riding on rough terrain were appreciated by the home testers. It also has a convenient parent cup holder as well as a large accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs have tiny pockets, which are only sufficient to hold the phone and keys.
This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for an easier ride. The only downside is that you will need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.
This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing position. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can switch them around to face either direction, and the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including some that don't normally fit into other double buggies.