Activity

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A compact double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly for families with children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and are generally recommended for children that can sit up on their own, as these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit ‘N Stand Double are both great options that provide 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 who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands to accommodate a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. It is able to pass through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It is also a jogger which is great if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or carrier.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with 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 fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double or a single by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of move even with a full load of kids.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren’t foolproof, though -when your children are the same age or stage, they may still fight over who rides in which seat. If they’re at different heights, the tandem model could be the best option for them, since it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings of the same age tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and offer their own perks. They can take a bigger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They are bigger and easy to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger canopy with windows that peek out and cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less luxurious than our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold – although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be “genius”. The carrycot is not foldable while it’s attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally have tighter turns than side-byside models, however they are more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They may also be slightly slower to speed up and are heavier to move, which could put strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different option. It’s initially an individual, but you can add adapters to convert it into a double. double pram pushchair can include a second seat, carrycot or both in front. The children can be seated together. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which helps an older child keep up with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. They can be attached together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible with the. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made from high-quality materials that can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks to a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of different age groups. It’s also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that’s as sleek as a single and is available in a range of colors for the fabric.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds down with just one hand, making it really simple to master. It’s heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it’s very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for babies. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats, with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat also having an option to recline.

This type of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally are capable of dealing with pavements and the fact that they’re usually significantly lighter than the side-bysides means that you still find plenty of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a large amount. It’s a little easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N’ Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to a family’s changing requirements. They are typically single buggies, and come with adapters to add an additional seat, a carrycot or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some can even convert back to a single when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 lbs per child and has an integrated storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient parent cup holder, and an enormous, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the seats’ backs have 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 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you’ll need to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats in the parent-facing position. Its extremely light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Reversible seats mean you can flip them to face either direction, and the clever method by which it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including those which aren’t usually fit into other double buggies.