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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A light double pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly if you have children of different ages. They're generally easy to fold, steer, and carry up and down the stairs.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate an additional car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we test are side-byside models and are best suited for children that can stand up without assistance because they tend to lack car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a big canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint, and are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.
The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands widthways to add another seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it fits through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great when you're planning to use it with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a variety of fun colors.
Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most fashionable and fashionable strollers you can find.
If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 that folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a double or a single by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our test subjects were awed by the ease of move even with a load of children.
Even though they are lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might still argue over who gets to sit in which seat. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be best for them, as it lets them face each other.
Tandem
While side-byside models are more suitable for siblings of the same age group, tandem light double stroller s come with their own charms. Some can fit carseats that are larger, and some have Reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are larger and easy to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. Many feature larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padded leg cushions.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers great value. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". The carrycot is not foldable when it is attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.
Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight typically make tighter turns than side-by-side models however they are more challenging to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be slow to pick up speed and may be heavier to move, which can cause stress on your back.
A convertible double buggy is an additional alternative. It's initially one but you can also add adapters to make it a double. It can have a second seat or carrycot in the front or children can be seated side-by-side. Some of them also offer the option of adding a buggy board, which could help older children keep up with younger siblings.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, as it can also convert into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be placed in a row or joined to face each other and you can also use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they come with the highest resale value.
Single-to-Double
Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of various ages. It's also a good option for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.
We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down with a one-handed mechanism that's really easy to master. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot inside.
The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.
The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to are capable of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry a lot. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest curves of paths, but even this can be a challenge. 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 great because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of a family. They typically start as single buggies, and come with adapters to add a second seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single when your older child starts to walk or chooses to ride buggyboards.
One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can hold children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It comes with a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and a front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't big enough to hold more than a cell phone and keys.
This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that 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 for an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This multi-functional tandem is the top pick 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 they are in the parent-facing positions. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either way, and the clever method by which it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including some that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.