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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy? It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids of different age groups. They're generally easy to steer, fold and transport up and down stairs. This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has massive UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out. It also comes with a frame that expands in size to accommodate the second car seat or another passenger. Side-by-Side The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit without assistance, as they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. However, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are perfect for parents worried about fitting through doors. The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands to add a second child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It is also a jogger which is great when you are planning to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or a baby carrier. The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers even more customization thanks to the modular frame. It has a smart design that allows you to transform it into a single buggy or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's an outstandingly practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers available. Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of move, even with a full load of kids. Although they're light double pushchairs that sit side-by-side aren't foolproof. If double pram and pushchair are at the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who sits in which spot. And if they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be better for them as it will allow them to face each other. Tandem While side-by-side models may be better suited for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double pushchairs are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit carseats that are larger, and others have reversible seats. Others even have an additional carrycot or reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are bigger and are easier to get in and out of. However their baskets tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. They often have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows and a parent cup holder and padding for the legs of young children. The iCandy Peach tandem is another great example of a lightweight tandem that offers an excellent value. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its one-handed fold – although it does require practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's “genius”. It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached however the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast. Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they could be more difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slow to speed up and may be heavier to move, which can put stress on your back. Another alternative is a convertible double buggy , that starts out as an individual and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. It can also have an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in the front. Children can be seated together. Some of them also offer the option of adding buggy boards that could help older children keep up with a younger sibling. The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. The cocoons create an open space for infants. These can be placed side by side or attached to one another, and you can use them in conjunction with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose a compatible one). Since they are made of high-quality materials, these kinds of buggies that are dual-use can be used for many years without displaying much wear, meaning they have an excellent resale value. Single-to-Double Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade their single 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 is also a good choice for twins, or children from different age groups, and as triple tandem, it is able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a great choice for parents who want a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of colors for the fabric. We were impressed by 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, but home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and the carrycot. The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase additional accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with good headrests and lumbar support. There are a variety of options to recline the seats with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat having the option of recline. This type of buggy comes with the greatest disadvantage of being wider than doubles that are side-by-side. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to move up and down kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally able to cope with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-bysides and, therefore, you can have plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these types of strollers aren't as efficient in navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and aren't able to cope with a lot of shopping. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths but it can be difficult to turn them around on a straight path. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance. Convertible The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to the changing family needs. They are typically single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your child reaches the age of walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard. This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one 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 suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain were well-loved by the home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents as well as an ample easy-to-access basket. However, they noticed that the seats' backs have small pockets that aren't big enough to accommodate anything more than a phone and keys. This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold that has straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch back wheels with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat. This multi-functional tandem is a popular choice among our home testers for its maneuverability and large shopping basket that can be accessed with both seats facing towards the parent. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many users praise the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including some which aren't usually fit in other double buggies.