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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children of different age groups. They are generally easy to steer, fold and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can be expanded to accommodate a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side models and are generally recommended for kids who can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands to accommodate another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. This means it fits through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It is also an jogger which is perfect for those who plan to use it with an infant car seat or a baby carrier.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight small double buggy is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization with a modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to convert it into a single stroller double or a double pram and pushchair with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

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

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -when your children are at the same age or stage they may still fight over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they are 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 may be more suitable for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while some have Reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to get in and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones on single buggies. Many also feature more generously large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles however, it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". The carrycot is not foldable while it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models, however they are more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, that starts out as an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can have the option of a second seat or carrycot in front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some of them also have the option to add buggy boards that can help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be positioned on top of each other or positioned to face each other and you can also use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy can be converted 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 from different ages and as a triple tandem, it can handle rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents looking for an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single, and comes in a variety of fabrics.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds up with just one hand, making it extremely easy to master. And although it's heavier than the other single-to-double car seat stroller pushchairs in this review, home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

You can purchase additional items like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are a variety of options to recline the seats with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat offering the option of recline.

This kind of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being a bit wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they can be difficult to carry a lot. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, this can still be a problem. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing needs. Often, they start as single buggies and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or chooses to ride buggyboards.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats as well as front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. However, they pointed out that the seats' backs have pockets that are not big enough to accommodate anything more than a cell phone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, it folds compactly and can stand on its own with straps for easy transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats facing towards the parent. It is easy to maneuver due to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from various brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.