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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 kids of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and over steps. This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also has an expanding frame size to accommodate a second car seat or an additional passenger. Side-by-Side The majority of the light double pushchairs that we tested were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can stand up without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. That said there are some exceptions. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both top choices that have recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. These are also easy to move around, despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doors. The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands widthways to add an additional seat, making it slimmer than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side available. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to maneuver on public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature if you want to use it in conjunction with an infant carrier or car seat, and comes 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. The clever design allows the conversion of a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around. If you prefer a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used either as a single or double by adding two baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by how easy it was to move around even with a load of kids. Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though — if your children are at the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, it is possible that a tandem design is ideal for them as it allows them to face eachother. Tandem While side-by-side models are more appropriate for siblings who are the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight 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 that is located in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to move into and out of the baskets, though they are usually smaller than those of single buggies. Many also feature more generously sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for little ones. The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a bit less expensive than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it still looks stunning and is easy to use. One of the most impressive aspects about it is its single-handed fold. While it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be “genius”. double pram and pushchair cannot be folded while it's attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy. Tandem lightweight double strollers will typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they can be difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This puts strain 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 have the option of a second seat or carrycot on the front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some also have the option to add buggy boards, which can aid older children keep up with younger siblings. The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide an area that is flat for newborns. They can be placed in a row or joined to each other's faces and you can use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). These buggies with dual-use capabilities are made of quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they have the highest resale value. Single-to-Double Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger thanks an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and is a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of different ages. It's also a good choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric. This iCandy model is easy to fold with a single-handed system. 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 carrying a carrycot. You can purchase additional items like the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are perfect for newborns. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers and had good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclined seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat also having an option to recline. This kind of buggy has 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 get up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally perform well in dealing with pavements and the fact that they're significantly lighter than the side-bysides means that you still have a decent amount of storage space. It's important to remember that these types of strollers aren't as adept at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. It's a little easier to turn around on the smallest of curved paths, but even this can be difficult. Some are easier to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double. Convertible Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of a family. Often, they start as single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to add a second child's chair or a carrycot (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single buggie when your older child starts to walk or chooses to ride buggyboards. One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model is able to hold children up to 40 lbs each and features an easy-to-use basket between the seats to store things. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also comes with a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to-access basket. The backs of the bags have small pockets which are just large enough to hold phones and a set of keys. This high-end, lightweight side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain and it folds compactly and stands up on its own with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat. This multi-functional tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that can be accessed with both seats facing towards the parent. Its surprisingly light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Reversible seats mean they can be switched to face either direction and the clever way that it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also loved that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes those that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.