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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have children of varying ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also has an expanding frame the width to accommodate a second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side models and they're generally best for children who can sit up on their own because they aren't equipped with car seat integration. That said there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to move around despite their bigger footprint. They are ideal for parents who worry about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it slimmer than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side available. This means it fits through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It's also a jogger, which is great when you're planning to use it in conjunction with baby carriers or a car seat, and comes in a range of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers additional flexibility due to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to transform it into a single buggy or a double by incorporating two car seats or carrycots (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 available.

If you're looking for a compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a double or a single by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our test subjects were awed by the ease of maneuver even with a load of children.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't foolproof however -- if your children are at the same age or stage, they may still fight over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem style might be better for them as it will allow them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot that is located in the middle. They are larger and are easier to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for parents and padding for the legs of young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also a little slower to speed up and may be heavier to move, which could cause stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It could include the option of a second seat, a carrycot or both in front. Or the children can share a seat. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible because it can also be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. These can be placed on top of each other or positioned to one another and you can use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for a long time without displaying much wear, which means they have a the highest potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight twin buggy double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children from different ages and, as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a chic style that's as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold with a single-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to-double single pushchair pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. There are numerous options for reclined seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat having the option of recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to maneuver through doorways, and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these models tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they can be difficult to carry a lot. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow curved path, it can be a hassle. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adapted to the changing needs of families. They typically start as single buggies, and come with adapters to add a second seat, a carrycot or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or chooses to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double pushchair sale stroller Double is among of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 pounds per child, and includes a storage basket between the seats. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and an ample, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs have small pockets, which are just large enough to hold phones and a set of keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight double stroller side-byside can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain, 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, and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions to ensure 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 most popular of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. It is simple to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.