A Relevant Rant About Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A lightweight double to single buggy pushchair is easy to get around, particularly if you have children of various ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, since they lack compatibility with car seats. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint, and are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating on the market. This means it fits through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great news when you're planning to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It's a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It's a great option for families with growing children and the UPPAbaby makes one of the tiniest and most fashionable umbrella strollers around.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a compact double buggy suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by the sleek and easy it was to carry, even when fully loaded with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof however -- if your children are the same age or stage, they may still fight over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights, then the tandem model could be best for them, as it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-by-side models may be more suitable for siblings with similar ages tandem pushchairs double that are lightweight have their own charms. Some can accommodate carseats that are larger, and others have Reversible seats. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of, although their baskets are usually smaller than those on single buggies. They often have larger canopy with windows that peek out and cushioned leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not foldable with the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

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

A convertible double buggy for twins buggy is another option. It's initially an individual but you can also add adapters to make it a double. It can have 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 that assists an older child to keep up with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. They can be positioned side by side or attached to one another, and you can use them with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you select a compatible one). These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is suitable for twins or children of various ages. It's also a great choice for parents who want 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 really easy to master. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

The seat can be used parent-facing, and you can also purchase accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for infants. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with excellent headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats with the front seat can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat offering an option to recline.

The main drawback to this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and can be difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally able to cope with pavements. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides, so you can still get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles and they might struggle to carry loads. It's a little easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths however, even this can be a challenge. Some are also more easy to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they are able to be adapted to the changing requirements of a family. They typically start as single buggies, but include adapters to add an additional seat, carrycot or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single one when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double Stroller double is one of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child and has an extra storage basket in between the seats. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents and an ample, easily accessible basket. The backs have tiny pockets, that are just sufficient to hold phones and a set of keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 different configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a high-profile handlebar for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.

This multi-functional tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Its reversible seats mean that you can flip them to face either way, and the clever way that it attaches a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also loved that it accommodates infant carriers and car seat from various brands. This includes some that are not typically compatible with other double buggies.