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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

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

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 frames that can be expanded in the width to accommodate the second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame extends its width to create a second seat, making it slimmer than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature if you want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with a modular frame. The clever design allows you to transform it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also is one of the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers on the market.

If you're looking for a compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers loved the sleek and easy it was to carry even when loaded with children.

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are at the same age and stage, they might still argue over who sits in which seat. If they're taller than each other, a tandem style might be better for them as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best for children of the same age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own appeal. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some come with reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located 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. Many also feature more generously large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for parents and padding for the legs of young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a good-value lightweight tandem. The fabrics are a little less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold. While it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached however, the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and fast.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight double buggy generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models however they are more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slightly slower to pick up speed and are heavier to move, which can put strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, which starts off as an individual and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. These can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in the front or children can sit side-by-side. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible because it can also be converted into a twin pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for infants. They can be positioned in a row or joined to face each other and you can also use them with the infant car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). Because they're made from high-quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for many years without showing any wear, indicating they have an excellent price resales.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from a single double stroller stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger thanks to a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's also a good option for parents looking for a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of fabrics.

This iCandy model is easy to fold using a single-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's maneuverable even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are plenty of options for reclining, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat offering a recline option.

This kind of buggy has the main 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 between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to do a good job of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're generally lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have a decent amount of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. Although it's much easier to turn the stroller on a narrow, curving path, this can still be a hassle. 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

The best compact double stroller thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family requirements. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies, and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single when your older child begins to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

One of the Lightest Double Stroller double strollers on our list, this stylish tri-fold model can carry children up to 40 lbs each and features a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain were appreciated by the home testers. It also comes with a handy cup holder for parents and a large, easy-to access basket. They also noted that the backs have tiny pockets, that are just big enough to fit a phone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 models. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and ten-inch back wheels with suspensions for more comfortable riding. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and has a large basket for shopping that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. Its extremely light weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to maneuver. Many have praised the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes those that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.