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Which Lightweight double pram buggy Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double pushchair makes it easy to get around, particularly when you have children of various ages. They're generally easy to steer, fold and transport up and down the stairs.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of lightweight double pushchairs that we tested are side-by-side designs and are generally recommended for children that can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add another seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. It can be pushed through standard doorways 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. It's available in a range of fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It has a smart design that allows you to transform it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even take twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest double stroller and stylish umbrella strollers double strollers on the market.

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

Although they're light, double pushchairs that are side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they may still argue over who gets to sit in which seat. 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-byside models are better suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with distinct appeals. Some can fit carseats that are larger, and others come with Reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to access and exit from however their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. They also have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows, as well as one parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that offers excellent value. The fabric is a little less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, but it looks and feels great and is very easy to use. One of the most impressive things about it is its single-handed fold. Although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is easy and quick.

Tandem double pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models, however they are more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put stress on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which starts off as one-person, but you add adapters to turn it into a double. These can include an additional seat or carrycot in front or children can sit side-by-side. Some of them also have the option to add a buggy board, which can help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

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) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. They can be positioned side by side or attached to face each other and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). As they're made with quality materials, these types of buggies that are dual-use can be used for a long time without showing much wear, meaning they have high potential for resale.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger thanks to an innovative kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children of different age groups and as triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek style that's as sleek as a single and is available in a variety of colors.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's extremely easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to double stroller for twins pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's still very maneuverable even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

You can buy add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good lumbar support and headrests. And there are many options for recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat offering the option to recline.

This kind of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension are generally able to perform well in handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're usually much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have plenty of storage space. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver in supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they can be difficult to carry loads. It's a bit easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths, but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to a family's changing requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and come with adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single when your child gets older and starts to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

One of the lightest double stroller double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each. It also has an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. Home users loved its spacious canopy that has windows that can be seen from the outside with 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 an ample, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs have small pockets, which are only big enough to fit a phone and a set of keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and a compact fold that stands up on its own with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats facing the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. The seats are reversible, which means that you can switch them around to face either way, and the clever way that it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.