A Delightful Rant About Double Pushchair
Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair is easy to get around, particularly if you have children of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down the steps.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also has a frame that expands in width to accommodate a second car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
The majority of lightweight double pushchairs we tested are side-by-side designs 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 top choices that have adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to add a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other side-byside pushchairs. This means it can fit through doors that are standard 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.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It's a clever design that lets you turn it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It is a practical option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.
Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to handle, even when fully loaded with children.
Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof however -- if your children are of the same age or at the same stage, they might still argue 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 allows them to face each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings with similar age group, tandem light double strollers have distinct appeals. Some can fit carseats that are larger, and others have Reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easy to get in and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. They also have larger big canopies with windows that peek out and a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of children.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Even though it requires some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.
Tandem lightweight double strollers will generally have a more precise turning compared to side-byside models. However, they may be harder to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is another option. It is initially one however, you can add adapters to convert it into double. It can have the option of a second seat or carrycot on the front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some of them also have the option of adding buggy boards, which can aid an older child keep up with a younger sibling.
The Uppababy Vista V2 is a excellent example of a convertible because it can also 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 swiveled together or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible with the. As they're made with quality materials, these types of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for a long time without showing any wear, which means they have a the highest potential for resale.
Single-to-Double
This compact double buggy is made for outdoor-loving family who want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger with kits that include air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. double stroller pushchairsandprams.uk is also a good option for twins, or children of different ages and as triple tandem, it can handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who are looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.
This iCandy model is easy to fold using a single-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but our home test Karolina says it's very mobile even with two toddlers inside 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 were comfortable for toddlers, with good headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for recline in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat offering the option to recline.
This type of buggy has the biggest disadvantage of being a bit 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 generally lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still have plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that strollers of this type aren't as efficient in getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a lot of shopping. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest curves of paths but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also more easy to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adjusted to the changing requirements of a family. They often start out as single buggies and have adapters that allow you to add a second seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single buggie when your child grows older and begins to walk or prefers to ride on buggy boards.
One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40lbs each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The home testers loved the spacious canopy with peekaboo windows with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they noted that the backs of the seats have small pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a smartphone and keys.
This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 different configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that stands up on its own with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.
This versatile tandem is a top choice among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats in the parent-facing position. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its surprisingly low weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Its reversible seats mean that you can switch them around to face either direction, and the clever method by which it can attach the second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also loved that it accommodates infant carriers and car seat from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.