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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially for families with children of different ages. They're typically simple to fold, steer and carry up and down stairs.

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

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit up without assistance, as they lack car seat compatibility. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents worried 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 most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It can be pushed through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature for those who want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another fantastic side-by-side double that is lightweight. It provides additional flexibility due to a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a fantastic and practical choice for families with growing children, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used either as a double pram and pushchair or a single by adding 2 baby car seats or carrycots. Our home testers were amazed by how easy it was to maneuver even with a full load of kids.

Side-by-side pushchairs that are lightweight aren't foolproof however -- if your children are at the same age or at the same stage, they might still argue over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem model could be more suitable for them since it will allow them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are better suited for siblings with similar ages tandem pushchairs are light and lightweight, and are a different kind of pushchair with their own appeal. Some can fit an extra car seat, while others come with Reversible seats. Some even come with an additional carrycot or convertible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easy to move into and out of however their baskets tend to be smaller than those of single buggies. Many feature larger canopies, peekaboo windows and even padding for the leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is 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". The carrycot is not foldable while it's attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-byside models. However, they could be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy, that starts out as a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. It can have the option of a second seat or carrycot in front, or the children can be seated side-by-side. Some have the option of including a buggyboard that can help an older child keep pace with siblings who are younger.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible since it can be converted into a twin strollers for newborns pram through the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) which create a lay-flat space for infants. These can be placed in a row or joined to face each other and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose an appropriate one). As they're made with quality materials, these kinds of dual-use buggies can often be used for years without displaying much wear, which means they have a the highest price resales.

Single-to-Double

This light double buggy is designed for families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be transformed into a jogger by acquiring kits that include air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It is also a good option for twins, or children of different ages and as a triple tandem, it's able to take on rough terrain. It's a great option for parents who want a chic style that's as elegant as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

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

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers and come with good headrests and lumbar support. There are plenty of options for reclining in the front, with the seat adjusting to various positions and the rear seat having the option to recline.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it's generally wider overall than side-by-side doubles which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be tricky to manoeuvre 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 generally lighter than the side-bysides means that you still find plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that these strollers aren't as efficient in walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets, and may struggle to handle a lot of shopping. It's a little easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, like the Thule Urban Glide 2 double stroller for twins and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double Stroller With Bassinet, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of families. Often, they start as single buggies and have adapters that allow you to add a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single as your child gets older and starts to walk more or wants to ride on a buggy board.

One of the lightest double strollers we have on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each. It also has a handy basket in between the seats to store things. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were appreciated by home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and a large, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have small pockets that are not big enough to hold much more than a smartphone and keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth out rough terrain and a compact fold that can stand on its own with straps that make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and has a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing position. Its extremely lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move around. Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands, including some which aren't usually fit into other double single pushchair buggies.