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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around in a lightweight double stroller with 5-point Harness pushchair, particularly if you have children with different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down the steps.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also comes with an expanding frame the width to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double buggy that converts to single pushchairs we test are side-byside models and they're generally best for kids who can stand up without assistance because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a huge canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who worry about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that expands in width to accommodate an additional child seat. This makes it slimmer than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is ideal if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or baby carrier.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you turn it into a single buggy or a double buggy with carrycot by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's a fantastic and practical choice for growing families and the UPPAbaby is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available.
If you're looking for a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 that folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to handle, even when fully loaded with children.
Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't 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, a tandem style might be better for them as it lets them confront each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models may be more appropriate for siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double pushchairs offer their own perks. Some can accommodate an extra car seat, while others come with reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are more spacious and easy to get into and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They also have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of children.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. The fabrics are less luxurious than those of some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its one-handed fold. Although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.
Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They may also be slightly slower to pick up speed and can be heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.
Another alternative is a convertible double buggy which starts off road double buggy as an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can have an additional seat or carrycot in front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep up with a younger brother or sister.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed in a row. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair in the event that it is compatible with the. These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.
Single-to-Double
This compact double buggy was designed for outdoor-loving family who would like to upgrade from a single to double pushchair-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel-suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various ages. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a chic style that's as elegant as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.
This iCandy model is easy to fold using a one-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers inside and a carrycot.
The seat can be used as a parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. Our test panel found the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with good lumbar support and headrests. There are a variety of options for reclining the seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat offering the option of recline.
The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it is generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these models generally perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as efficient in walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to cope with a lot of shopping. Although it's easier to turn the stroller around on a small curved path, this can still be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to the changing family requirements. Often, they start as single buggies, and come with adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in some instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride buggyboards.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest on our list. It can carry up to 40lbs per child and has an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain were appreciated by home testers. It also comes with an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an ample easy-to-access basket. The backs have small pockets, that are just big enough to fit the phone and keys.
This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 different configurations, and comes with two seats and a carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll need to buy a separate baby carrier or car seat.
This versatile tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats facing the parent. Its extremely light weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it easy to move. Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either direction and the clever method by which it connects the second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including some that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.