12 Facts About Double Pushchair That Will Inspire You To Look More Discerning Around The Water Cooler

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and over stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also has frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate an additional car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and they're generally best for kids who can sit up unassisted since these models tend to be lacking car seat integration. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. These are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who are worried about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate a second seat, which makes it lighter than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to move around on public transport. It is also an jogger which is perfect if you plan to use it with an infant car seat or carrier.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It features a clever design that lets you convert it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a good option for families that are growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most fashionable and most stylish available.

If you're looking for a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to carry even when stuffed with kids.


Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't foolproof, though -- if your children are the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights then a tandem style may be the best option for them, since it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are better suited for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. They can take a bigger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to get in and out of however their baskets are typically smaller than those on single buggies. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides excellent value. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-by-side models but they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This can put stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different option. It is initially one however, you can add adapters to make it double. It can have the option of a second seat or carrycot in front or children can be seated side-byside. Some of them also offer the option to add a buggy board, which could help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. They can be placed side by side or attached to face each other and you can use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). Because they're made from high-quality materials, these dual-use buggies can often be used for many years without displaying much wear, which means they have a an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

This compact double buggy is designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring the kit that comes with air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different ages. It's also a great choice for parents looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single, and comes in a variety of fabrics.

We loved the way this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's extremely simple to master. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers and the carrycot.

You can buy add-ons like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers, with high-quality headrests and lumbar supports. There are numerous options for reclining the seats and the front seat is can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat offering an option to recline.

This type of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these types of strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides, so you can still have plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, this can still be a problem. Some are more easy 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 the ability to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They often start out as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add an additional seat, carrycot or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted to a single buggie when your child's older age begins to walk or wants to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can carry up to 40 lbs per child, and includes an integrated storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspension for smoother riding on rough terrain were appreciated by home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent as well as a large accessible, easily accessible basket. The backs have tiny pockets, that are just big enough to fit a phone and a set of keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side 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, an ultra-compact fold that can stand on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when in the parent-facing positions. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Reversible seats mean they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way it can attach an additional seat or riding board to the rear is highly praised by many. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from multiple brands, including those which aren't usually fit into other double buggies.

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Pub: 21 Aug 2024 23:38 UTC
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