Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also features a smart frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second car seat and compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double strollers with peek-a-boo windows pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They come with an recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a big canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that can be expanded to add a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. It can be pushed through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great news if you want to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat, and comes in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It offers an even greater degree of customization due to the modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double pram pushchair with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It is a practical option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, sexiest and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to maneuver even with a full load of children.

Although they're lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they might still fight about who sits in which spot. If they are at different heights then it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings who are the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. Some can accommodate a larger car seat and others have Reversible seats. Others even have an additional carrycot or convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to move into and out of, although their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. Many also feature more generously big canopies with windows that peek out and a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded when it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they could be harder to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They are also slightly slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which could put strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, which is initially one-person, but you can add adapters that turn it into a double. It can have the option of a second seat or carrycot on the front or children can sit side-by-side. Some may have the option of including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for infants. They can be positioned side by side or attached to one another and you can use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate 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 they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a great choice for twins, or children of different age groups, and as a triple tandem, it's able to handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of fabric colours.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds up with just one hand, making it extremely easy to master. Although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs double featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are a variety of options for reclining in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat having the option to recline.

The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than the side-by-side doubles and makes it difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these models are generally good at coping with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-bysides, so you can still get a lot of storage. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount of shopping. It's easier to turn around on the smallest curves of paths however, even this can be difficult. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of a family. They are typically single buggies and come with adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child, and includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. The home testers loved the spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, which are only sufficient to hold 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. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a popular choice from our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats facing towards the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as some single and double stroller pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move around. Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not typically compatible with other double buggy with carrycot buggies.