13 Things About Double Pushchair You May Not Have Considered

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in the lightweight double pushchair especially if you have kids of different age groups. They are generally easy to fold, steer, and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also has adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also comes with frames that can be expanded in the width to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double stroller (weblink) double pushchairs we've test are side-byside models and are generally recommended for children that can sit up unassisted because they aren't equipped with car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They come with an adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point safety harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprints and are great for parents worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands in width to accommodate a second seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to move around on public transport. It's also a jogger, which is great if you want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a variety of fun colors.

The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It allows for additional flexibility due to the modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to transform it into a single stroller or a double by adding two car seats or carrycots (it can even take twins). It is a practical option for families growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most fashionable and most stylish available.

Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single or a double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to use even when stuffed with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't 100% foolproof, howeverIf your children are the same age or at the same 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 the best option for them, since it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best for children of the same age, tandem lightweight cheap double pushchair strollers double strollers come with their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some even have reversible seats or an extra carrycot that is located in the middle. They are larger and easy to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. Many also feature more generously big canopies with windows that peek out as well as a cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that provides great value. The fabrics are a little less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. But, it looks fantastic and is simple to use. One of the most impressive things about it is its single-handed fold - although it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab said it's "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem lightweight double strollers will usually make tighter turning than side-byside models. However, they may be more difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be slow to speed up and are heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It starts out as an individual but you can also add adapters to make it double. These can include the option of a second seat or carrycot in the front, or the children can be seated side-byside. Some of them also offer the option of adding buggy boards, which could help older children keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin buggy from birth pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for newborns. They can be swiveled together or placed on top of each other. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible. These dual-use buggies are made of quality materials and can last for many years without showing any wear. This means they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy can be converted into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all terrain double buggy-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a sleek design that is as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that's really easy to master. It's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs, however our home tester Karolina says it's still very capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers inside and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) which are great for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers and had good lumbar support and headrests. And there are plenty of options for recline in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions and the rear seat offering the option of recline.

The biggest drawback with this type of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side, which makes it harder to get through doorways and is difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally are capable of handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides means you can still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and can struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths but even this can be difficult. Some are more easy 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 requirements of the family. They often start out as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add the second seat, a carrycot or (in certain cases) 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 buggy boards.

One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this fashionable tri-fold model can carry children as heavy as 40 pounds each. It comes with a convenient basket that can be placed between the seats to store things. The large canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspension for smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent, and an ample, easily accessible basket. However, they noticed that the seats' backs have small pockets that aren't large enough to hold much more than a phone and keys.

This top-of-the-line, lightweight side-byside can be used in more than 20 configurations and comes with an additional seat and carrycot. Its impressive set of features includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering and a rear and front suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension to provide a more comfortable ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top choice from our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats facing towards the parent. It is a breeze to maneuver thanks to its low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from various brands, including those that don't normally fit in other double buggies.