Which Lightweight
double buggy from birth Pushchair Should You Buy?
A light double pushchair is easy to move around, especially for families with children of various age groups. They're generally easy to steer, fold and carry up and down 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 features a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and are generally recommended for kids who can sit up on their own because they aren't equipped with car seat integration. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to accommodate another child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great news when you're planning to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a good option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and most stylish available.
Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to use even when stuffed with children.
Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are at the same age or stage, they might still argue over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be more suitable for them since it will allow them to look at each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own charms. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others have reversible seats. Others have an additional carrycot or convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to move into and out of the baskets, though they tend to be smaller than the ones 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. The fabrics are a little less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it without the carrycot attached, however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.
Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models but they can be more difficult to drive over uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be slightly slower to speed up and can be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is another option. It is initially a single however, you can add adapters to make it double. This can include a second seat or carrycot on the front or children can be seated side-byside. Some have the option of adding a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep up with younger siblings or brothers.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. They can be positioned on top of each other or positioned to one another and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these buggies that are dual-use can be used for years without showing any wear, which means they have a high resale value.
Single-to-Double
Designed for outdoor-loving families who are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of 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 of different ages, and as triple tandem, it can handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.
We loved the way that this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's very easy to master. And although it's heavier than the other pushchairs that are single-to-double in this review, home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.
The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for recline, with the front seat being able to be adjusted to different positions and the rear seat offering the option of recline.
The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it is generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally are capable of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides, means you still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these types of strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, it can be a hassle. Some are easier to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2
double stroller with bassinet or the Baby Trend
sit and stand double stroller N' Stand Double.
Convertible
The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to changing family requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single buggie when your older child starts to walk or wants to ride buggyboards.
One of the
lightest double Stroller double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can hold children up to 40lbs each and features a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats for storage. Home testers appreciated its large canopy with windows that peek out 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 the parent, and a large accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are just big enough to fit phones and a set of keys.
This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive features include a high-profile handlebar for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing,
compact twin stroller fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only drawback is that you'll need buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This multi-functional tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also loved that it accommodates infant carriers and car seat from various brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other
double buggy for twins buggies.
